"The Golden Bachelor's Chaotic Drive on L.A. Freeway Sets Tense Tone for Contestants"

On the second week of The Golden Bachelor, the first-ever date faced a stressful situation when the bachelor found himself driving on a busy Los Angeles freeway without working headlights. Despite the tense drive, the date continued with a visit to a 1950s diner and a surprise flash mob. The group date included a photo shoot that brought up emotional memories for one contestant, leading to a bonding moment with the bachelor. The episode also featured a surprise birthday party for the bachelor and an emotional rose ceremony where three women were sent home. One contestant, Marina, chose to leave the show to attend to a family matter.