"Gerry Turner's Explosive 'Golden Bachelor' Premiere: Drama, Romance, and One Insignificant Incident"
Gerry Turner, the 72-year-old retired restaurateur from Indiana, makes his memorable entrance on the inaugural season of ABC's The Golden Bachelor. In a preview video exclusive to The Hollywood Reporter, Turner is seen standing outside the Bachelor mansion as the first limo of contestants arrives. The first woman to step out is Edith Aguirre, a 60-year-old retired realtor from California. They make history as the first woman and the first Golden Bachelor to meet, commemorating the moment with confetti cannons. The dating series, which focuses on finding love later in life, debuts on Thursday at 8 p.m.