“Golden Bachelor” star Gerry Turner has finally addressed a bombshell exposé about an alleged secret girlfriend who claimed he misrepresented his romantic history on the reality show.
The Hollywood Reporter piece, which includes allegations from a former flame simply named as “Carolyn,” was published just a day before the season finale aired this week, during which the 72-year-old widower proposed to Theresa Nist, 70. The pair will tie the knot Jan. 4, 2024.
When asked if the ex’s claims — such as allegedly dumping her for gaining weight — held any merit, Turner told the New York Times, “I guess I haven’t really looked at it as how accurate it is,” and admitted he gave the article a “cursory look.”
“I’ve more looked at it in terms of timing, and how it really doesn’t fit with all of the positive things that are going on in my life right now,” he continued.
“I mean, I’m sitting across from Theresa right now, and I look at her, and she’s the love of my life. And I really don’t have time to think about some of the other stuff.”
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