Bachelor Nation Reacts to Mel Owens’ Golden Bachelor Remarks

Bachelor Nation is buzzing with mixed reactions to Mel Owens, the new Golden Bachelor, as he embarks on his search for love. Owens stirred controversy with his remarks about preferring women under the age of 60, sparking debate among fans and fellow celebrities. Host Jesse Palmer shared insights into the upcoming season, emphasizing Mel’s charisma and confidence that he would shine in his role. Despite the criticisms, the new season promises a fresh and exhilarating experience, with contestants ready to set a “new Golden standard.”

As the premiere approaches, fans are eager to see how Mel adapts to his journey of romance and whether he can charm the audience as much as he plans to charm his suitors. Meanwhile, former Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner hopes Mel will embrace contestants of all ages and focus on their unique qualities.

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists from Us Weekly.