Summary
The Golden BachelorstarTheresa Nist was recently seen out with a mystery man in an Instagram post, and I really hope that she’s in a new relationship following her divorce from Gerry Turner. DuringThe Golden Bachelorseason finale, Theresa, a 70-year-old financial services professional from Shrewsbury, New Jersey, accepted a proposal from Gerry, a 72-year-old retired restaurateur from Hudson, Indiana. They got married shortly afterward on August 21, 2025, in a live, televised event called the Golden Wedding.
However, just three months after the lavish Golden Wedding, I was floored to hear that Gerry and Theresa announced that they were getting a divorce. They couldn’t decide where to live because neither one of them wanted to leave their family. While this is completely understandable, and even admirable, I was shocked that they hadn’t discussed this before they got engaged duringThe Golden Bachelorseason 1, or before their wedding. Now that Gerry and Theresa have finalized their divorce,I hope that Theresa has begun a new relationship.
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Theresa Was Spotted Out With A Mystery Man
It’s Unclear Who The Man In Theresa’s Photo Was
In a June 2024 Instagram post,Theresashared two photographs of herself with a female friend and a mystery man having dinnerat Anjelica’s Restaurant, an Italian establishment in Sea Bright, New Jersey. In the caption of the post, she wrote,“One of the unexpected aspects of being on the show was people recognizing me places, which led to conversations, which actually resulted in new found friendships!”
In the comments section of Theresa’s Instagram post, her fellowGolden Bachelorcontestants gushed about how happy they were to see Theresa out and about. Edith Aguirre wrote,“Theresa, it brings me so much joy seeing you happy and making new friends! I miss you.“Renee Halverson Wright said,“So happy to see you out having fun! Hugs.“Theresa’s followers were also thrilled to see that she looked so happy. I agree thatit’s wonderful to see Theresa with a bright smile on her faceafter going through the heartbreak of her divorce with Gerry.
Even if this mystery man isn’ta new love interest for Theresa(he does seem to have a wedding band on his ring finger in the photograph),I think it’s fun to imagine what it would be like for her to date again after Gerry. Theresa got swept up in the romance ofThe Golden Bachelor, but perhaps this time she can take things more slowly, and can build a lasting relationship. She certainly seems ready for it, and it’s great to see that she’s meeting new people because of the show.
Theresa Went Through A Tough Public Breakup
Theresa & Gerry’s Whirlwind Romance Quickly Ended In Heartache
I believe that Theresa deserves to find new loveafter going through such a difficult public breakup with Gerry. In fans' attempts to place blame for the divorce, they accused Theresa of only getting married for the publicity and even alleged that the marriage was a sham. However, I think it was evident in the way that Gerry and Theresa announced their breakup and said that they were still in love with each other that their romance was real. After the whirlwind ofThe Golden Bachelor, the Golden Wedding, and the divorce, Theresa should be able to settle into a new relationship with some peace.
Breakups are always hard, but I think that they’re especially challenging and devastating when they occur in the public eye. I can’t imagine how hard it must’ve been forTheresa and Gerry to announce their divorcejust three months after getting married. They faced a lot of backlash, especially by people who were inspired by their love story. However,Theresa has been handling all of it very well, choosing to focus on her family and positivity. She’s a beautiful role model for people who are going through public breakups and divorces.
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Theresa Is Handling Her Divorce From Gerry Well
Theresa Poked Fun At The Paparazzi In An Instagram Post
It’s not easy to navigate a public breakup, but I think that Theresa has done it with grace and dignity.Theresaeven made a joke about how invasive the paparazzi can be with an Instagram post. After photos were taken of her taking out the trash at her home after the divorce announcement, she created a post with a series of photos of herself holding a garbage pail at work. In the caption, Theresa wrote a mock headline which read,“The Golden Bachelor star Theresa Nist was seen taking out her trash inside her office.”
Theresa continued,“Theresa wore a short dress from Zara and a hint of berry lipstick to do the chore but left her cell phone on her desk. This was the second time Theresa was spotted since she and Gerry announced their divorce. The trash can appeared to be empty.“I think thatTheresa’s ability to poke fun at the paparazzishows that she’s dealing with her public breakup very well. I hope that if she is in a new relationship, she’ll handle it being made public in a similar way.
Theresa Deserves Her Second Chance At Love Again
Theresa Hasn’t Given Up On Finding Love
DuringThe Golden Bachelor, Theresa opened up about losing her husband of 42 years, Billy, to kidney disease about nine years before the show. She has two children, a son and a daughter, and six grandsons. She’s found comfort and peace in them during this difficult time. Theresa has been completely devoted to her family, and she deserves to find companionship in her senior years. I really thought that she and Gerry were going to last forever, but, now that they’re getting divorced,Theresa should be able to have another chance at finding love.
When Theresa and Gerry announced their divorceonGood Morning America(shared via Instagram), Theresa emphasized that she didn’t want people to lose hope that they could find love because she and Gerry were splitting up. In fact,both Theresa and Gerry shared that they’re still looking for love. It’s inspiring that Theresa hasn’t given up on finding love, so it would be wonderful if she were in a new relationship.
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Theresa Would Make A Fantastic Golden Bachelorette
Theresa Is A Wonderful Woman
Although herGolden Bachelorrelationship didn’t work out,I think that Theresa should be the next lead ofThe Golden Bacheloretteafter Joan Vassos. It would be fantastic to see her in control of her own destiny, and to choose a man who wants the same things that she wants. While Gerry wanted to enjoy his retirement with Theresa, her desire was to keep working, so she must find a man who accepts that. Also, she has to find someone who’s willing to move near her family now that she knows for sure that she’s unwilling to leave them.
With her fun personality and readiness to find love, I believe thatTheresa would make a phenomenalGolden Bachelorettelead. DuringThe Golden Bachelor, she was so kind and comforting to Gerry, especially on their first date when he was driving on the California freeway for the first time, and his car lights went out.Theresa also showed that she has a vibrant personalitywhen she danced along with him and a flash mob to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin'.”
If Theresa’s not already in a relationship whenThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 2 comes around, she should definitely consider taking the lead role.She’s perfect for it.Although I hope that she finds the man of her dreams outside of theBachelorfranchise, I think that she’d be an ideal lead if that doesn’t happen.
I really hope that Theresa has found new love following her split from Gerry. After going throughThe Golden Bachelor, the Golden Wedding, and her divorce, she deserves some happiness and peace. Even if the mystery man in her photo doesn’t turn out to be her new love, I hope that she finds the perfect person for her soon.Theresa deserves the world, and I can’t wait to see her find her happily-ever-after.
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