Mel Owens on love, regrets and Season 2 of ‘The Golden Bachelor’
Mel Owens opens up about love, regrets and his journey on Season 2 of “The Golden Bachelor.”
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Note: ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2 spoilers ahead!
The sophomore season of “The Golden Bachelor” kicked off before the first episode even aired, with the new rose-giver, Mel Owens, in the hot seat after he made disparaging comments about women of a certain age.
While Owens, 66, in the lead-up to the premiere, repeatedly apologized for his gaffe, it was still the main subject of the first half-hour of the Sept. 24 episode when he was confronted by his potential partners several times as they walked up to the Bachelor mansion in their sparkly gowns.
Once the apologies were done, it was time to hand out the roses, and a total of 11 women were eliminated during the first two rose ceremonies, including the oldest woman in the room.
In the upcoming episode, 12 women will take the stage at the historic Bellwether Theater in Los Angeles for a “no-holds-barred comedy roast, co-hosted by comedian Jared Freid, where only the funniest earns a one-on-one dinner with Mel,” according to ABC.
For the one-on-one dinner, “one lucky lady” will be “whisked away for a culinary adventure with Mel at Hollywood’s famed Petit Trois, featuring a private cooking lesson with Michelin-starred chef Ludo Lefebvre,” the TV network said.
The upcoming episode will also feature a surprise appearance from Season 1’s Kathy and Susan, who will “host an unforgettable slumber party filled with matching PJs, spicy truth or dare, and heartfelt advice that could change everything.”
“With emotions rising and connections deepening, the women head into a high-stakes cocktail party where some take bold risks to make their move, but not everyone is ready to see Mel getting close with someone else,” the season’s synopsis adds.
Here’s what to know about Season 2 of “The Golden Bachelor,” including when the next episode comes out.
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When does the next episode of ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2 come out?
The next episode of “The Golden Bachelor” Season 2 will air on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.
Season 2 of “The Golden Bachelor” premiered with two episodes on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2 episode schedule
ABC has not yet released the full schedule for “The Golden Bachelor” Season 2, and it is unclear how many episodes the season will have. “The Bachelor” franchise typically consists of nine to 13 episodes per season.
Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelor” consisted of nine episodes, followed by a special wedding episode that aired a month after the finale.
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How to watch ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2
“The Golden Bachelor” will air on ABC on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET / PT and will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
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Who is in the cast of ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2?
The 13 women vying for Owens’ heart include:
- Amy, 63: Full-time mom from Short Hills, N.J.
- Carol, 63: Family manager for baseball all-star Freddie Freeman from Villa Park, CA
- Cheryl, 66: Retired US Treasury Worker from Lakewood, CO
- Cindy, 60: Retired biomedical engineer from Austin, TX
- Debbie, 65: Fitness professional from Denver, CO
- Gerri, 64: Home care agency CEO from Rockville, MD
- Monica B., 62: Flight attendant from Huntsville, AL
- Monica P., 60: Cosmetic dentist from Birmingham, AL
- Nicolle, 64: Yoga instructor from Miami Beach, FL
- Peg, 62: Retired firefighter and bomb tech from Las Vegas, NV
- Robin, 63: Wealth advisor/vineyard owner from Napa Valley, CA
- Roxanne, 62: Longevity nurse from Austin, TX
- Terri, 71: Cosmetic dentist from Houston, TX
Who was eliminated during ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2?
- Maia, 58: College sports consultant from Malibu, CA
- Lisa, 66: State park employee from Marion, OH
- Susie, 62: Realtor from Del Mar, CA
- Diane, 71: Librarian from Wasilla, AK
- Tracy, 62: Interior designer from Lafayette, LA
- Alexandra, 67: Luxury yacht sales representative from Miami, FL
- Carla, 62: Former model from Los Angeles, CA
- Mylene, 61: Casino VIP host from Las Vegas, NV
- Andra, 77: Retired federal worker from Los Angeles, CA
- Lily, 72: Retired elementary school teacher from Pacific Palisades, CA
Who is Season 2’s ‘Golden Bachelor’?
Season 2’s Golden Bachelor is Mel Owens, 66, a former NFL veteran turned lawyer.
Owens was born and raised in Detroit, and his “athleticism shone through from an early age,” ABC said about him in his bio.
After graduating from the University of Michigan, where he played college football, Owens was selected as the ninth overall pick in the 1981 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams.
After retiring from football, Owens began his career as a lawyer, specializing in sports injuries.
“It was during this time that he met his first love, and together they had two sons,” Owens’ bio said, adding life later “took an unexpected turn” as his father passed and his marriage fell apart.
“Now, after several years as a devoted dad, Owens is ready to rediscover a love rooted in the simple joys of companionship — sharing life’s everyday moments, making plans for the future, and growing stronger together as a couple,” ABC said. “As the Golden Bachelor, he’s eager to meet someone who shares this vision and finally find that perfect teammate he’s been waiting for in his golden years.”
Who will host ‘The Golden Bachelor’?
Canadian-born TV personality and ex-football commentator Jesse Palmer will host the show.
Watch the ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season 2 trailer
Bachelor Nation dropped a teaser featuring the cast of Season 2 of “The Golden Bachelor” on Sept. 4.
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