Theresa Nist and Gerry Turner: The Golden Bachelor Love Story

The Golden Bachelor Romance

Theresa's pals were skeptical of Golden Bachelor. The Golden Bachelor’s Theresa Nist revealed that her friends were skeptical about the news of her engagement to Gerry Turner. Gerry’s journey on The Golden Bachelor season 1 began with him dating over 20 women, but Theresa was the one he felt a connection with right from the start. Gerry and Theresa celebrated her 70th birthday together during the season, and many other romantic dates followed until Gerry gave his heart away to the financial services professional. Gerry, 72, dropped down on one knee to propose to Theresa, 72, and she was giddy with excitement as she told him, “Yes!”

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Gerry and Theresa are getting married in a live televised ceremony on January 4, 2024, and in her latest interview with People, the Shrewsbury, New Jersey, resident spilled some behind-the-scenes secrets about her romance with the Indiana man. Theresa’s friends were not sure that she was head over heels with the man she was going to marry. “I would say my friends who didn't know until when it really was announced, they just wanted to make sure, ‘Are you really in love? Are you really happy?'” Theresa revealed. She simply told them, “Yes, I am.” Fortunately, as soon as her friends knew that, they were satisfied and came on board.

Gerry had, after all, told Theresa that she was the person he couldn’t live without and that he loved her “1,000%.” He chose her over fellow contestant Leslie Fhima. Theresa will be exchanging vows with Gerry during The Golden Wedding special on ABC. Theresa and Gerry were both previously married. While Gerry has two daughters and two granddaughters, Theresa has a son, a daughter, and six grandsons. All of their family members have been involved in the wedding planning. Theresa’s daughter Jen was, in particular, a lifesaver. Jen put together a vision board for her and presented her with ideas for dresses, veils, and rings.

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What To Expect From Golden Bachelor Wedding

Theresa’s daughter’s birthday also falls on the same day that Theresa is getting married to Gerry. There’s also going to be a bridal party, and while millions of fans will be tuning in to the special, some 100 to 150 guests are expected to attend. Theresa and Gerry especially want all the women from The Golden Bachelor to be there. Moreover, Bachelor Nation cast members will join them along with the couple’s close family members and friends. Susan Noles is officiating the ceremony. The wedding playlist has also been shared and it includes popular tunes such as “Houdini” by Dua Lipa and “Vegas” by Doja Cat.

Theresa and Gerry are writing their own vows, while the wedding will also honor their late spouses. Gerry and Theresa were previously married to their high school sweethearts Toni and Billy, who both passed away from illnesses. The Golden Bachelor couple will celebrate the memory of their late spouses in the two-hour ceremony. Theresa knows that life isn’t over for the two of them yet. The best is yet to come for the golden pair.

The Golden Wedding Live Event

The Golden Bachelor's 'Golden Wedding' will air live at 8 p.m. EST on January 4, 2024, on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.