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24 men fight for the heart of Joan Vassos


Joan Vassos’ season of “The Golden Bachelorette” premieres September 18. The male cast includes a daughter, a father, a private investor and more.

Former “The Golden Bachelor” star Joan Vassos is hoping for another chance at love as ABC’s first lead actress in the first-ever “The Golden Bachelorette.” She’ll get 24 chances, as 24 men vie for her affections.

Vassos, 61, a private school principal from Rockville, Maryland, was one of the top favorites for the show after the success of “The Golden Bachelor,” USA TODAY exclusively reported in February.

Vassos spent a romantic evening with Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner last year and became a fan favourite after making the heartbreaking decision to leave due to medical issues with her daughter.

But Vassos is back on “The Golden Bachelorette” and is looking for another shot at love in her old age. She tells USA TODAY, “You gotta kiss some frogs to find your prince.”

Here’s a look at the 24 men who will compete for Vassos’ affections. Time will tell if any of them can give her a happy ending.

Account

  • Age: 68
  • Occupation: Retired videographer
  • Place of Birth: Portland, Oregon

Bob

  • Age: 66
  • Occupation: Chiropractor
  • Place of Birth: Marina Del Ray, California

Karel K.

  • Age: 62
  • Occupation: Portfolio Manager
  • Residence: Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Karel L.

  • Age: 66
  • Occupation: Retired Data Analyst
  • Place of Birth: Malvern, Pennsylvania

To block

  • Age: 60
  • Occupation: Insurance Manager
  • Place of Birth: Wichita, Kansas

Christopher

  • Age: 64
  • Occupation: Contractor
  • Place of Birth: West Babylon, New York

Than

  • Age: 64
  • Occupation: Private investor
  • Place of Birth: Naples, Florida

David

  • Age: 68
  • Occupation: Rancher
  • Place of Birth: Austin, Texas

Gerrit

  • Age: 65
  • Occupation: Retired CFO
  • Place of Birth: Palm Desert, California

Gil

  • Age: 60
  • Occupation: Teacher
  • Place of Birth: Mission Viejo, California

Gregg

  • Age: 64
  • Occupation: Retired University Vice President
  • Place of Birth: Longboat Key, Florida

Boy

  • Age: 66
  • Occupation: Emergency room doctor
  • Place of Birth: Reno, Nevada

jack

  • Age: 68
  • Occupation: Caterer
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois

Jonathan

  • Age: 61
  • Occupation: Shipping Consultant
  • Place of Birth: Oakland, Iowa

Jordan

  • Age: 61
  • Occupation: Sales Manager
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois

Kees

  • Age: 62
  • Occupation: Girl Father
  • Place of Birth: San Jose, California

Know

  • Age: 60
  • Occupation: property management treasurer
  • Place of Birth: Peabody, Massachusetts

Kim

  • Age: 69
  • Occupation: Retired Navy Captain
  • Place of Birth: Seattle, Washington

Marking

  • Age: 57
  • Occupation: Army Veteran
  • Place of Birth: Leesville, Louisiana

Michael

  • Age: 65
  • Occupation: Retired CEO of a bank
  • Place of Birth: Charlotte, North Carolina

Pablo

  • Age: 63
  • Occupation: Retired director of a United Nations agency
  • Place of Birth: Cambridge, Maryland

Pascal

  • Age: 69
  • Occupation: Salon Owner
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois

RJ

  • Age: 66
  • Occupation: Financial Advisor
  • Place of Birth: Irvine, California

Thomas

  • Age: 62
  • Occupation: Fire Chief
  • Place of Birth: New York, New York

When is ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ premiere?

“The Golden Bachelorette” is scheduled to premiere on Wednesday, September 18, with a two-hour episode from 8:00-10:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

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Contributors: Gary Levin, Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY

Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.