Over 9 million people tuned in forThe Golden Bachelorfinale whereTurner proposed to and marriedTheresa Nist.
Here are 10 reasons why I think ABC should keep making more of them.
Now, its fair to say thatThe Bachelorhas been the benchmarkfor every dating show after it.
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It also became the most-watched premiere inThe Bachelorfranchise sinceMatt Jamessseason in 2021.
In a lot of ways,The Golden Bachelorrevived the entire franchise and no one saw it coming.
But it still markeda 45% increase compared toThe BachelorSeason 27, which premiered in 2023.
The viewership forThe Golden Bachelorettealso grew with delayed viewing across multiple platforms.
Thats more than enough proof of the fact that the senior-focused franchiseisnt a one-hit wonder.
And if thats not a sign to keep it going, I dont know what is.
But you cant really blame the franchise for it.
Vassosdecided not to get married to Chock ChappleinThe Golden Bachelorettefinale.
This highlights the very thing that makes the senior-focused spinoffs so unique.
They show thatcommitment can take several different forms, especially when youre looking at a mature demographic.
What the show really is about is showing older adults open themselves up to love once again.
I think thats the only way to keep the momentum for the senior-focused franchise going.
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The most obvious target demographic of the franchise is seniors, of course.
But that doesnt mean the senior-focused franchise isnt fun for younger viewers!
For years, dating shows have always revolved around good-looking people, finding their good-looking better half.
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This might be a controversial opinion, but I think Nist and Turners marriageshouldnt be viewed as a failure.
It should be seen asa reflection of their maturity.
And thats what makesThe Golden Bachelorstand out in the very saturated worldof dating reality shows.
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The Golden BachelorSeason 2 is set to film in 2025.
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