'Golden Bachelor' Gerry Turner Opens Up About Incurable Cancer and Its Impact on His Life
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News

Gerry Turner, star of 'The Golden Bachelor,' revealed he has been diagnosed with Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, an incurable form of bone marrow cancer. This diagnosis influenced his decision to divorce Theresa Nist, whom he married on live TV. Turner shared that the cancer's impact on his life priorities led him to focus on family rather than relocating with Nist. Despite the divorce, both Turner and Nist expressed mutual respect and understanding of the difficult circumstances.