Summary
The Golden Bachelorstar Gerry Turner isunder fire fromBachelorNation after posting photos of himself enjoying a classic Indiana fundraiser. Gerry, who was introduced toBachelorNation duringThe Golden Bachelorseason 1, has become a controversial figure in the franchise. While Gerry was meant to be a hopeful symbol of second chances forBachelorNation, his backstory was exaggerated to make him seem like a gentler, more wholesome person than he’s reportedly been since his late wife’s death. Gerry’s nature was questioned even further after his marriage toGolden Bachelorwinner Theresa Nist ended after three months.
In a recent Instagram post,Gerryshared his visit to an Indiana fundraiser, wherehe shared some happy moments with different groups of peopleattending the event.“The Annual Poker Run on Big Long Lake shows the best of Indiana culture,”Gerry shared.“Great friends coming together for fun and fundraising.”While Gerry appeared to be enjoying himself in the photos,someBachelorNation fans weren’t happy to see the formerGolden Bachelorhaving a good time.
“I like the picture posted by Theresa’s daughter at the beach better. On the boardwalk for some ice cream, etc.,” @colter451commented, bringing up Gerry’s soon-to-be ex-wife’s Instagram post with her family. User@smelawskept it simple, sharing,“Gary doesn’t tell the truth.”Though some comments were positive and well-wishing,there were many that made it clear some aren’t ready to see Gerry move forward.
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Should The Golden Bachelor Fans Move On From Criticizing Gerry Turner?
WhileThe Golden Bachelorseason 1 was a learning experience for bothBachelorNation and the production team behind the series,the show’s outcome and aftermath have led to more criticism than the series itselfproduced while it was on. After Gerry and Theresa’s very public wedding, the couple were hounded by fans and critics alike when it became clear that there were issues in their marriage. By the timeGerry and Theresa announced their divorce, just three months after their live wedding special aired on ABC, they were already receiving criticism, but things have ramped up after the divorce.
As Gerry has continued to post on social media and share how his life is going after the whirlwind ofThe Golden Bachelor,many have been far more critical of his actions than Theresa’s.Gerry, who was exposedfor having lied about not dating after his wife died, has gotten the brunt of the hate, but after his divorce from Theresa, it feels like some are simply looking for things to be angry about when it comes to the formerGolden Bachelorstar. Now that the dust has settled from the divorce,Gerry deserves a break from the criticism.
Gerry Turner’s Golden Bachelor Controversy, Explained
While Gerry has been spending the majority of his time trying to rehabilitate his image afterThe Golden Bachelor,the controversies that have followed him in the last several months haven’t left the minds of most viewers. During the end of his time as The Golden Bachelor,Gerry was exposed for having beenin a relationship prior to appearing on the series. While the relationship itself had its own issues, many were upset becauseGerry had been marketed to the public as someone who hadn’t dated seriouslyafter his wife of nearly 40 years had passed years before the show.
Though Gerry wasn’t being honest about his relationships, some were more concerned about the details that came out surrounding the relationship he was exposed for having. Gerry’s ex, who chose to stay anonymous, shared that she was dealing with some terrible behavior from the futureGolden Bachelorduring their relationship. Gerry, who has been known for his gentle, kind nature,was depicted as a neglectful, mean partner who struggled to show compassion in difficult times. He also seemed to be insistent on hiding the relationship, which made it clear that he wasn’t serious about finding a real, lasting romantic connection.
Theresa Has Been Moving On Post-Divorce, Too
WhileGerry has been dealing with this controversial comebackstory, Theresa has been processing the events ofThe Golden Bachelor,her short-lived marriage, and the aftermath of her newfound fame. Though Theresa always seemed to be a bit quieter than Gerry, living life mostly out of the spotlight,her time sinceThe Golden Bachelorhas been filled with new opportunities. Honing her skills as a social media star, Theresa has been open and honest about her experiences online, which has been garnering her favor withBachelorNation and the media alike. Theresa has been benefiting from the attention like Gerry.
Though many have been looking for reasons to pick Gerry apart, there has been a bit more grace given to Theresa, who hasn’t had past actions to be held accountable for like her ex-husband. Since announcing her divorce from Gerry,Theresa has been spending her time with family, re-connecting with her children & grandchildren, and making new connections in her home in New Jersey. Recently,Theresa shared that her daughter is pregnant with another grandchild, so she has been focusing her time on caring for her family in the way that only a grandparent can, thriving after a tough time.
WithThe Golden Bacheloretteon the horizon,the stars ofTheGolden Bachelorshould be getting a break from the media frenzy that surrounded them during the series. WhileGerry’s behavior and personality may have been difficult for some to deal with, the fact that he’s had to answer to the public about his personal life surrounding his wife’s death and his life after, it’s likely been harder for him to handle the criticism than it’s been forBachelorNation to reconcile with his true personality. Hopefully, there’s less criticism forThe Golden Bachelorstar moving forward.
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