'Golden Bachelor' casting call: About that audition for reality TV spinoff on ABC

The “Golden Bachelor” will make his debut later this month, but producers have already started casting for season two.

Are you a senior looking for love?

Are you ready to get married if you met the next love of your life today?

Those are the top two questions in a 2023 casting call for potential “Golden Bachelor” contestants, according to seniordatingshow2023.castingcrane.com.

Gerry Turner, the world's first "Golden Bachelor," has 22 roses to give out. Almost two dozen women in their "golden years" will compete for his heart, including two contestants from Florida.

What is the age range for 'The Golden Bachelor?'

ABC's new reality dating competition takes the format from the popular "Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" series, with the new show focused on finding love for one "golden-aged" bachelor with 60- to 75-year-old contestants.

"The Bachelor" premiered in 2002, "The Bachelorette" began airing in 2003 and "Bachelor in Paradise" made its debut in 2014. "The Golden Bachelor" premieres Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, on ABC.

Below are things to know about the casting call for "Golden Bachelor," season two.

How do you audition for the 'Golden Bachelor?'

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 Sept. 10 shows the application site was still valid. One question asks whether you have a passport that is valid until August 2024.

What's on the application form for 'Golden Bachelor' casting call?

Along with basic details such as age and weight, producers want to know salary/net worth, highest level of education, siblings, whether you have tattoos and a bucket list. Since this is a reality TV dating competition, producers are interested in your love life, too. The application includes questions like:

• If you have been married in the past, why are you no longer together?

• Are you genuinely looking for love and why?

• Why would you want to find love on TV?

• What age range do you prefer to date?

• What are your relationship dealbreakers?

What dating topics will come up on the 'Golden Bachelor?'

Remember, "The Bachelor," "The Bachelorette," "Bachelor in Paradise" and "The Golden Bachelor" are matchmaking TV shows. Part of finding The One includes talking about politics, ideal traits, physical attraction, race/ethnicity and religion. These are what some may consider to be the "tough" questions on the "Golden Bachelor" application form:

• Describe your ideal mate in terms of physical attraction and personality attraction. What is most important, physical attraction or personality when first meeting someone?

• How important is race/ethnicity when looking for a romantic partner, and if you think that may have an impact on your relationship, explain what would and wouldn't work for you and why.

• How important are a romantic partner's political views, and if their views may have an impact on your relationship, explain what would and wouldn't work for you and why.

• How important is a romantic partner's religion, and if their religious beliefs may have an impact on your relationship, explain what would and wouldn't work for you and why.

Who is Gerry Turner, (the original) 'Golden Bachelor?'

Who is the "Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner?

"A retired restaurateur and doting father and grandfather, Gerry Turner lives in his dream house on a beautiful lake in Indiana," ABC wrote online about the 71-year-old. "He's often busy hosting barbecues, playing pickleball, cheering on his favorite Chicago sports teams, four-wheeling and spending time with friends and family at restaurants and local haunts."

For 43 years, Turner was married to his high school sweetheart, Toni. The couple had two daughters, Angie and Jenny, and two granddaughters, Charlee and Payton. Toni died in 2017. Six years later, and with the support of his family, Turner said he's ready to "find a love that will stand the test of time in his golden years."

Is Jesse Palmer returning to host The Golden Bachelor?

The former Florida Gators football player and Bachelor alumni is returning to host The Golden Bachelor.

Palmer became the permanent host of the franchise in 2021, replacing Chris Harrison after he was fired from the show. The Canada native previously held the title role as the bachelor on the fifth season of the reality television series in 2004.

Besides hosting the hit reality franchise, Palmer has spawned a successful sports commentary career for FOX, ESPN and the NFL Network. The former professional football player also is a contributor to ABC's "Good Morning America" and hosts the "Holiday Baking Championship" on Food Network.

When will 'The Golden Bachelor' premiere?

The "Golden Bachelor" will premiere Sept. 28 with hourlong episodes every Thursday at 7 p.m. CT/8 p.m. EST on ABC.

Don't have cable? Here's how to watch the 'Golden Bachelor' on your phone, tablet or computer

New episodes 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.

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

For more information, visit abc.com/shows/the-golden-bachelor.

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