TV The Golden Bachelor cast: Meet the 22 senior women who will date Gerry Turner Every last one of them is at least 60 years old. By Kristen Baldwin Kristen Baldwin Kristen Baldwin is the TV critic for EW EW's editorial guidelines Published on August 30, 2023 11:00AM EDT They've had careers in education, real estate, finance — even cheerleading and competitive aerobics. They hail from small towns (Estill Springs, TN) and big cities (New York, NY), and their musical tastes run the gamut from classic rock to Harry Styles. (One of them even saw the Beatles in concert.) They have names like Edith, Joan, and Peggy. And every last one of them is at least 60 years old. They are the women of The Golden Bachelor. ABC released a brief teaser on Monday, and now EW has your exclusive first look at all 22 contestants who will be vying for the heart of the Golden Bachelor himself, 72-year-old widower Gerry Turner, this fall. The women of 'The Golden Bachelor'. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Read on to learn more about the women who will make their grand limo exits when The Golden Bachelor premieres Thursday, Sept. 28, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. (And perhaps one of them will be the very first Golden Bachelorette? We can dream.) Anna, 61 Anna, 61. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Summit, NJOccupation: Retired nutritionistBio fun fact: "When Anna dives with sharks, she goes cageless." Well, if Golden Bachelor doesn't work out, Anna might do just fine in Paradise. April, 65 April, 65. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Port St. Lucie, FLOccupation: TherapistBio fun fact: "April dreams of writing a bestselling book." Sold! I've already pre-ordered it, April. Now you just need to write it. Christina, 73 Christina, 73. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Sierra Madre, CAOccupation: Retired purchasing managerBio fun fact: "Christina's first concert ever was The Beatles in 1964." Okay, she is literally the coolest contestant to appear on this franchise ever. Edith, 60 Edith, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Downey, CAOccupation: Retired RealtorBio fun fact: "Edith is building an ADU in her backyard, and she is the project manager." Edith seems like she'd be a good woman to know when the zombie apocalypse hits. Ellen, 71 Ellen, 71. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Delray Beach, FLOccupation: Retired teacherBio fun fact: "Ellen loves dancing despite her two left feet." Pish-posh, Ellen. Bachelor Nation encourages you to dance like no one's watching! Faith, 60 Faith, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Benton City, WAOccupation: High school teacherBio fun fact: "Faith loves riding her horse, Liberty, through the mountains." Oooh, she's outdoorsy... just like our Golden Bachelor! Jeanie, 65 Jeanie, 65. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Estill Springs, TNOccupation: Retired project managerBio fun fact: "Jeanie's favorite color is neon." Cannot wait to see her night-one dress. Joan, 60 Joan, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Rockland, MDOccupation: Private school administratorBio fun fact: "Joan loves dancing after a couple glasses of wine." Relatable. Kathy, 70 Kathy, 70. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Austin, TXOccupation: Retired educational consultantBio fun fact: "Kathy is OBSESSED with Christmas." We all have our vices, Kathy. Leslie, 64 Leslie, 64. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Minneapolis, MNOccupation: Fitness instructorBio fun fact: "Leslie is a former aerobics champion." Please, please, please tell us she shows up to the mansion in full Jane Fonda regalia. Maria, 60 Maria, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Teaneck, NJOccupation: Health and wellness directorBio fun fact: "Maria has never gone paintballing but really wants to try!" Welp, looks like producers have their first group date activity sorted. Marina, 60 Marina, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Los Angeles, CAOccupation: EducatorBio fun fact: "Marina has not one, not two, but THREE master's degrees." Trifle with Marina at your own risk, Gerry! Nancy, 60 Nancy, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Alexandria, VAOccupation: Retired interior designerBio fun fact: "Nancy is a Bruce Springsteen stan." If Nancy doesn't get a one-on-one date featuring a "private" concert from the Boss, that'd be a darn shame. Natascha, 60 Natascha, 60. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: New York, NYOccupation: Pro-aging coach and midlife speakerBio fun fact: "Natascha wants bell bottoms to make a comeback." Google it, kids. Pamela, 75 Pamela, 75. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Aurora, ILOccupation: Retired salon ownerBio fun fact: "Pamela can't get enough Judge Judy in her life." Hmmm... I wonder how she feels about Judy Justice. Patty, 70 Patty, 70. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Durham, NCOccupation: Retired real estate professionalBio fun fact: "Patty loves her body glitter and encourages you to do the same." Oh, if you were wondering why Patty looks so familiar, it's because she's season 25 Bachelor Matt James' mom! Peggy, 69 Peggy, 69. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: East Haven, CTOccupation: Dental hygienistBio fun fact: "Peggy is a go-karting enthusiast." Well, if the paintball group date doesn't work out, producers have another option. Renee, 67 Renee, 67. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Chicago, ILOccupation: Former Chicago Honey Bears cheerleaderBio fun fact: "Renee really wants to meet Harry Styles." That dream might just be attainable, Renee. Sandra, 75 Sandra, 75. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Doraville, GAOccupation: Retired executive assistantBio fun fact: "Sandra is very proud of her high credit score." As she should be! Susan, 66 Susan, 66. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Aston, PAOccupation: Wedding officiantBio fun fact: "Susan dreams of having lunch with Kris Jenner." Oh, Susan, dare to dream bigger! Sylvia, 64 Sylvia, 64. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Los Angeles, CAOccupation: Public affairs consultantBio fun fact: "Sylvia loves any excuse to put on a costume." She's in luck — producers love any excuse to put Bachelor franchise contestants in costumes, too! Theresa, 69 Theresa, 69. ABC/Ricky Middlesworth Hometown: Shrewsbury, NJOccupation: Financial services professionalBio fun fact: "Theresa taught herself all about the stock market." That's great, Theresa! Would you mind teaching me next? The Golden Bachelor premieres Thursday, Sept. 28, at 8 p.m. PT/ET on ABC. Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more. 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