Gerry Turner’s Simple Act Of Kindness Delights Fans
Gerry Turner, the beloved 72-year-old star of ABC’s The Golden Bachelor, made headlines toward the end of his season for his alleged sordid past. His recent act of kindness shows viewers that he is as genuine as he first seemed. Keep reading for all the details of his sweet gesture.
Golden Bachelor Success Earns Spinoff
The Bachelor franchise’s senior dating show premiered in September 2023 to outstanding ratings. Fans immediately began hoping for Golden Bachelorette and Golden Bachelor In Paradise spinoffs.
After months of speculation, ABC finally addressed the idea. They confirmed earlier this week that The Golden Bachelorette is happening and will hit TV this fall. They also renewed The Bachelorette for another season.
IM CALLING THAT ITS GONNA BE LESLIE! #GoldenBachelor #goldenbachelorette pic.twitter.com/oFuNhb5EUb
— Savannah Reddy (@savannahlre) February 13, 2024
There’s no word yet on a Golden Bachelor In Paradise, but producers gave a huge hint that it could happen in the future. While Gerry Turner’s season hit a bump toward the end after The Hollywood Reporter published a bombshell expose, his past clearly didn’t derail the senior dating spinoffs.
Gerry Turner Reveals Simple Act Of Kindness
Gerry Turner married his final rose winner, Theresa Nist, in a televised wedding last month. The happy couple plans to honeymoon in Italy in a few months.
The 72-year-old retiree spends most of his time commuting from his home state of Indiana to his wife’s home in New Jersey. However, he found the time this week to perform an act of kindness.
The reality star took to his Instagram to share what he did. “This week I spent an afternoon at a local Nursing Home. The experience was PRICELESS.” He added that his presence brought “smiles to about 35 faces that looked like they hadn’t seen a good day in years.”
As a man of a certain age, Gerry Turner understands how people are treated as they get older. In his opinion, “No one should be invisible regardless of age.”
His social media followers praised Gerry for his act of kindness. One fan wrote, “I absolutely love this!!! Kindness matters, makes my heart happy. You’re a good egg Mr. Turner with a lovely bride.”
Gerry Turner’s daughter commented on the post, “This makes me very proud Dad! You do great things and bring smiles to peoples faces! Nice work!”
Gerry Turner’s simple act of kindness may not have been as dramatic as the usual reality TV fare, but it is precisely its simplicity and sincerity that have captivated and delighted fans.
What do you think of Gerry Turner’s surprise visit to a nursing home? Sound off in the comments.
