The real reason Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist broke up

The Golden Bachelor stars Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist claim they ended their marriage due to differences over living arrangements, but Golden divorce than it seems. 72-year-old Gerry and 70-year-old Theresa were a love story for the ages, and love stories of their age are less common than they used to be. The widows had married their true love once before and lost them both to illness. The bachelor Nation The spinoff was an instant huge hit with audiences who responded to the story of older people getting a second chance at love later in life.

For many people, Gerry and Theresa symbolized hope, and their ending was the kind of happy ending that everyone wanted to believe in. The Golden Bachelor season 1 couple announced their split less than four months after their dream wedding was shown on national television. They were both gracious about the decision, grateful for the opportunity, and insisted they still love each other very much. They cite the fact that they couldn’t agree on where to live as the main reason for the split, but there’s more to it.

How Gerry Met Theresa

Their golden bachelor trip

The first time Gerry met Theresa was an extremely cute encounter, and the moment will go down in history as one of those Thebachelor the franchise’s best limousine entrances ever. It was night one of the opening season The Golden Bachelorand Gerry stood outside Thebachelor at the mansion, participating in a ritual of the season to welcome women who hoped to win his love. When it was Theresa’s turn, she stepped out of the limousine, holding her jacket over her naked body.

From that moment on, Theresa had captured Gerry’s interest and it wasn’t long before she won his heart. Theresa was one of Gerry’s favorites from day one and throughout The Golden Bachelor season 1 together with 61-year-old motorcycle enthusiast Faith Martin. After a hometown visit to Faith’s farm convinced Gerry that the marriage could never work, he sent Faith home and gave his last two roses to Theresa and 65-year-old dance teacher Leslie Fhima. He eventually proposed to Theresa, and a heartbroken Leslie was contractually obligated to attend the wedding.

Gerry and Theresa just weren’t that into each other

The real reason they couldn’t make it work

Gerry and Theresa’s explanation for their divorce is true, but it is only part of the story. Gerry lived in Indiana near her children and grandchildren, while Theresa lived in New Jersey near her family. It’s understandable that after a lifetime of building, it’s hard for them to leave it all behind for someone they met on a reality dating show. On the other hand, If Gerry and Theresa were overwhelmingly in love with each other, they would have found a way to make it work.

This doesn’t mean that The Golden Bachelor the pair didn’t care deeply for each other, and they share a bond unlike any other. Even though they seemed to love each other, it just wasn’t enough.

A golden divorce

It shouldn’t have been a surprise

Although the news of Theresa and Gerry’s decision to separate came as a surprise to many, it really shouldn’t have. Long before their announcement, there were signs of trouble TheThe Golden Bachelor couple, with the main red flag was that Gerry and Theresa were still living apart. While Gerry was living in his lakeside home in Indiana, Theresa was still living in New Jersey. They were often asked about their unconventional long-distance marriage, but both insisted they were just looking for a new place to live.

Just weeks before announcing their separation, Gerry and Theresa spent time with their families. Gerry posted the proof on Instagram. In retrospect TheThe Golden Bachelor the couple may have released the photos directly in response to questions about their marriage, as opposed to an authentic chronicle of their real life together. The couple seemed to care about each other, and that fact they spent time with each other’s families, which shows that they were trying to cope to work.

The Golden Bachelor Divorce is sad and disappointing in many ways. First of all, it’s always sad when a love story ends in a breakup, especially in a marriage. In addition to that, Gerry and Theresa came to represent the romantic ideal to the public. Everyone wants to believe in a second chance, especially when it comes to falling in love, and that’s what Theresa and Gerry symbolize to many. The news of their divorce was a shock and a deep disappointment, but hopefully The Golden Bachelor season 1 starring Joan Vassos, gets a much happier ending.

Gerry and Theresa did the right thing

They didn’t drag it out too long

While one could argue that maybe four months wasn’t enough time to give marriage a chance, there’s also something to be said for ripping off a bond quickly. Instead of dragging it along as you build a social media influencer career, The Golden Bachelor the couple ended things as soon as they realized the marriage wasn’t working them. They’ve been scrutinized since announcing their divorce, but they’re to be commended for taking the risk, even if it didn’t lead to a lasting marriage.

Theresa doesn’t seem to be dating anyone new after them divorced, and has focused on her family and gardening. Gerry is a prolific philanthropist who has kept busy with various fundraisers for the causes he supports. He said recently TMZ that he has received many romantic offers from women who have slid into Gerry’s DMs or even approached him in person. Potential suitors have to wait for as The Golden Bachelor star says she’s not ready to start dating again yet.

Sources: Gerry Turner/Instagram, TMZ