Joan Vassos, a seasoned standout in Gerry Turner's season of The Golden Bachelor before her early departure, divulges in the captivating new trailer that she harbors an unwavering commitment to gentlemanly qualities in a mate. "I have a keen eye for a man who embodies true gentlemanliness," she articulates, painting a vivid picture of her ideal partner.
The star of the upcoming The Golden Bachelorette series gracefully prepares her cherished family for her romantic voyage, as revealed in the series' maiden promotional clip. Set to premiere on September 18th on ABC, this unscripted journey features the 61-year-old educator from Rockland, Maryland, who left a lasting impression on The Golden Bachelor's audience before her heartfelt exit.
The tantalizing Golden Bachelorette snippet showcases Vassos spending quality time with her beloved kin, fostering a heartwarming backdrop for her upcoming quest for love. As her daughter Ally inquisitively inquires about the prospect of her kissing strangers on television, Vassos responds with a touch of humor and candor: "Oh, dear. I'll need to adjust to that notion, for one should never settle for someone whose kisses they do not savor. Hence, I shall likely plant a smattering of kisses on camera, my apologies, gentlemen!"
Later, Vassos eloquently outlines her criteria for the perfect partner: "I hold dear the essence of gentlemanliness in a man. I seek someone with a vast heart, a soul that exudes generosity, and a demeanor tinged with humility."
Widowed since 2021, following her husband John's battle with pancreatic cancer after 32 years of marital bliss, Vassos is a proud mother of four and grandmother of two, whose family holds paramount importance. Her heartfelt decision to withdraw from Turner's season, stemming from her daughter's health complications post-pregnancy, underscores her unwavering dedication to her loved ones.
Addressing her aspirations amidst the void left by John's passing, Vassos shares poignantly, "I am not here to supplant Dad's memory. My sole aspiration is to reunite our family under the umbrella of completeness."
Announced by ABC in May as the inaugural star of The Golden Bachelorette, Vassos embarks on a journey to meet a diverse cast of seasoned gentlemen, buoyed by the ratings triumph of Turner's Golden Bachelor season. In a prior conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, executive producer Jason Ehrlich divulged that despite the success of its male-led predecessor, crafting the female-centric iteration feels like embarking on a fresh adventure, brimming with excitement and anticipation.
