Joan Vassos and Chock Chapple got engaged at the end of the inaugural season ofThe Golden Bachelorette, but there are already signs that the couple will never get married. It’s too bad too, because 61-year-old Joan has been through a lot, and she really deserved to find true love on the show. Joan never thought she’d be dating in her golden years. She was happily married to the love of her life, John Vassos, for 32 years before he passed away in 2021. They had four children together, and were blissfully happy before he was diagnosed with cancer.
Joan was devastated by the loss of her husband, and never thought she’d move on. When she was cast as a contestant onThe Golden Bachelor, she decided to give it a shot. Though she connected with 72-year-old Gerry Turner, she left the season early due to a family emergency. HerBachelorjourney appeared to be over, but she wascast asThe Golden Bachelorette, and introduced to 24 singleGoldenmen. In the end,she gave her final rose to 60-year-old Chock, and the two got engaged, but there were signs that they’d never make it down the aisle.
Joan & Chock Are Mourning
Neither Are Ready For A Relationship
When John was diagnosed with cancer, Joan was in denial. Before he died, he sat her down and told her that he didn’t want her to be alone for the rest of her life. He wanted her to find love again. Joan tried to respect John’s wishes, butshe struggled with guilt throughoutThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1. She often spoke about feeling like she was cheating on her late husband. The more Joan talked about her late husband, the less she seemed ready to open her heart again.
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Like Joan, Chock is no stranger to loss. After his 12-year marriage to Heather Chapple, with whom he had two children, ended in divorce,Chock dated Katherine Elizabeth White Goree. The couple were engaged for nine years until she was diagnosed with cancer and passed away in 2022. During Joan and Chock’s first solo, he said thatlosing Heather was the most devastating loss of his life. Though it’s clear that Chock loved his late fiancée, the long engagement could mean that he’s unable to commit. It’s entirely possible that Chock mires Joan in another long engagement.
Joan & Chock Won’t Make Gerry & Theresa’s Mistake
It’s Up To Them To Save The Franchise
Joan and Chock aren’t theBachelorspin-off’s first couple.The Golden Bachelorseason 1 ended with Gerry giving his final rose to 70-year-old Theresa Nist. Weeks after going public with their relationship, they were married in a lavishGolden Bachelorwedding. Despite high hopes for the newlyweds,the septuagenarian couple announced their divorce after only three short monthsof matrimony.
Even before the start ofThe Golden Bachelorette,Joan made it clear that she would not be making the same mistake.
In an interview withCNN, Joan made it clear she would not be rushing into marriage, insisting that people need more time together. If Joan sticks to her guns, this meansthere won’t be anotherGolden Bachelorwedding special. She went so far as toexpress interest in appearing in a potential season ofThe Golden Bachelor In Paradise. “Oh, my gosh. I want to be on it!" Catching herself, Joan added, “Hopefully, I’ll have a husband and not (be) eligible.” If Joan was already talking about being on anotherBachelorshow, she’s unlikely to be marrying Chock anytime soon.
Are Joan & Chock Still Together?
So Far So Good
WithThe Golden Bachelorettefinale airing recently,Joan and Chock just went publicwith their relationship. The final rose ceremony was filmed months ago, so Joan and Chock had to keep their relationship under wraps this whole time. Now that they can be out in the open, they’ve already started making plans for the future. They’ve talked about taking their families for a joint Disneyland vacation, going back to the place where Chock and Joan had their first date.Joan and Chock appear to be madly in love, but that doesn’t mean there’s a wedding date in their future.
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The Golden Bachelorette
Cast
The Golden Bachelorette: This reality series offers one woman in her later years the opportunity to find love, as a group of seasoned men compete for her affection. Participants bring diverse romantic histories, seeking a meaningful connection and a chance to build a promising future together.
