Could Florida ‘Golden Bachelor’ contestants hand out roses as future Golden Bachelorette?

Samantha Neely and Jennifer Sangalang, USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida

While Bachelor Nation is eager to see who wins Gerry Turner's heart on the "Golden Bachelor" finale this week, some fans are more anxious to hear whether there's going to be a "Golden Bachelorette."

And if so, who will it be?

On the two-hour finale, viewers will watch as Turner chooses between New Jersey financial services professional Theresa Nist and Minnesota fitness instructor Leslie Fhima. As Turner makes that decision on live TV, many fans expect an announcement will be made about a possible "Golden Bachelorette."

The two-hour "Golden Bachelor" finale airs on ABC at 8 p.m. EST Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023.

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Has ABC announced a possible 'Golden Bachelorette' for 2024 season?

As of Nov. 28, 2023, ABC still has not officially announced whether there will be a female-led spinoff of "The Golden Bachelor" next year, but it's likely something like that will come.

Show host Jesse Palmer, the face of reason on "The Bachelor," "The Bachelorette," "Bachelor in Paradise" and "The Golden Bachelor," told "Entertainment Tonight" earlier this month that he is in favor of the idea.

"I really hope we do it. I've been clamoring for it as well," Palmer said. "I just love the group of women on Gerry's season. I can't single one out specifically. I think there's a number that would be phenomenal Golden Bachelorettes, and that are very deserving of that opportunity."

Turner also told E! News following the "Women Tell All" "event "Golden Bachelor" episode earlier this month that he was supportive of the spinoff.

"I absolutely do hope that is something that happens," Gerry Turner said. "But there's no way I could recommend one out of those 22 women that would be better than any of the others. They'd all be wonderful candidates for it."

What Florida contestants could receive the inaugural 'Golden Bachelorette' title?

With two Floridians who made a huge splash on season one of the "Golden Bachelor," there's a huge chance we could see either of them in the lead role next season.

The two Florida contestants were Ellen Goltzer from Delray Beach and April Kirkwood from Port St. Lucie. Kirkwood was eliminated on week four of the show, with Goltzer leaving the following week before the "hometown visit" episode.

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Here's what to know about "Golden Bachelor" contestant, Ellen Goltzer of Delray Beach, Florida:

Delray Beach's Ellen Goltzer lived and worked as a teacher in New York before retiring to the Sunshine state. Ellen says she loves playing pickleball, golf, dancing, bocce ball and card games.
Delray Beach's Ellen Goltzer lived and worked as a teacher in New York before retiring to the Sunshine state. Ellen says she loves playing pickleball, golf, dancing, bocce ball and card games.

"Ellen is a retired teacher from Delray Beach. She spends her time playing pickleball, golf, and card games with her two sons. Ellen also reads the newspaper, watches television and plays bocce ball with her girlfriends in her free time," according to ABC.

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Here's what to know about "Golden Bachelor" contestant, April Kirkwood of Port St. Lucie, Florida:

As for Kirkwood, ABC shared that she's a therapist from Port St. Lucie. (See video at the top of this story for an interview with Kirkwood from TCPalm trending reporter Gianna Montesano.)

"She speaks with her family every day. April has had difficulty venturing out into the dating pool after losing her partner but looks forward to the opportunity the show will give her to find love. When she is not spending time with her family, April is dancing to Taylor Swift, playing with her dogs and watching “'Bridgerton.'"

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Who are the 'Golden Bachelor' contestants who could be ABC's first 'Golden Bachelorette?'

From Los Angeles to New York City, here are all 22 women who fought or are fighting for "Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner's golden rose:

  • Anna, 61

  • April, 65

  • Christina, 73

  • Edith, 60

  • Ellen, 71

  • Faith, 60

  • Jeanie, 65

  • Joan, 60

  • Kathy, 70

  • Leslie, 64

  • Maria, 60

  • Marina, 60

  • Nancy, 60

  • Natascha, 60

  • Pamela, 75

  • Patty, 70

  • Peggy, 69

  • Renee, 67

  • Sandra, 75

  • Susan, 66

  • Sylvia, 64

  • Theresa, 70

How to apply to be on next season of 'Golden Bachelor'

Producers have already started casting for a possible season two of the dating show.

Those interested in auditioning for "The Golden Bachelor," season two, can apply online at goldenbachelorcasting.com. The application has more than 70 questions and requests at least two recent photos (one that shows your face, it can be taken by someone else or a selfie, and a full-body picture).

Applicants must live in the U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec), the rules state. Though the application says "production is scheduled July to August 2023," an online check on Nov. 26, 2023, shows the application site was still valid. One question asks whether you have a passport that is valid until August 2024.

Where can I watch the 'Golden Bachelor' finale?

The "Golden Bachelor" finale episode will air live on ABC.

How to watch 'Golden Bachelor' finale if you don't have cable?

You can watch "The Golden Bachelor" finale live on the official ABC application. It does require you to provide your TV provider details.

The new episode of "The Golden Bachelor" will be made available the next day to stream on Hulu's website or mobile app. You can also watch it on YouTube TV, fuboTV and Sling TV.

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Golden Bachelor finale: Who will Gerry pick from Bachelorette pair?

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