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November 5, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: (SEASON FINALE) Finale and After the Final Rose (11/12)

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12 8:00-10:01 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “Finale and After the Final Rose” (208) (Season Finale) Logline: It’s a crucial week on the island of Antigua as Mel Owens’ journey to find love concludes. Meanwhile, Mel and the final two women join Jesse Palmer in front of a studio audience to watch the last days unfold. Extended Logline: It’s a crucial week on the breathtaking island of Antigua as Mel’s family arrives, eager to meet the women who have been vying for his heart. Meanwhile, Mel and the final two women join Jesse Palmer in front of a studio audience to watch the last days unfold. (TV-PG, DL) Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 29, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: 207 (11/5)

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 5 9:02-10:02 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “207” (207) Logline: Mel and the final two women travel to Antigua for overnight dates. Mel takes one woman on a dune buggy adventure, then faces his fears by swimming with stingrays alongside the other. Later, a romantic dinner takes an unexpected turn. Extended Logline: Mel and the final two women travel to the stunning island of Antigua for overnight dates. Mel takes one woman on an exhilarating dune buggy adventure, then faces his fears by swimming with stingrays alongside the other. Later, a romantic dinner takes an unexpected turn. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 23, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: The Women Tell All (10/29)

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “The Women Tell All” Logline: It’s a night full of emotions as Mel reunites with 15 of this season’s remarkable women to revisit the season’s most unforgettable moments. Plus, Mel and his final two women head to beautiful Antigua in a special sneak peek. Extended Logline: It’s a night full of emotions as Mel reunites with 15 of this season’s remarkable women to revisit the season’s most unforgettable moments. In an evening full of surprise guests, sneak peeks and unseen moments, the women share stories of love, loss and personal growth, as well as insight into their lives now while also dishing on the drama. Plus, Mel and his final two women head to beautiful Antigua in a special sneak peek. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. The 15 women in studio are the following: Alexandra, 67, a luxury yacht sales representative from Miami, Fla. Amy, 63, a full-time mom from Short Hills, N.J. Andra, 77, a retired federal work

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 16, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: 206 (10/22)

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “206” (206) Logline: It’s hometowns’ week, and Mel’s journey takes him across the country to see his final three women in Las Vegas, Denver and Austin, Texas. With a potential engagement looming, meeting families and closest friends becomes more important than ever. Extended Logline: It’s hometowns’ week, and Mel sets off on a cross-country journey to visit his final three women in Las Vegas, Denver and Austin, Texas. With a potential engagement looming, emotions run high as each encounter brings meaningful conversations, heartfelt moments and tough questions from loved ones. Throughout each visit, Mel’s feelings deepen but so do the questions about where his heart truly lies. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 9, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: 205 (10/15)

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “205” (205) Logline: In the final week before hometowns, clarifying talks at a serene wellness retreat bring both insight and tension. Later, a magical one-on-one date under the stars deepens connections, and Mel must choose the three women whose families he will meet. Extended Logline: In the final week before hometowns, Mel faces his toughest choice yet as he decides which three women will earn a coveted rose and introduce him to their families. At the Butterfly Mountain wellness retreat, a transformative group date brings unexpected shifts as true colors begin to emerge amid mud baths, cold plunges and tantric yoga. Next, a magical one-on-one date beneath the stars at Griffith Observatory deepens connections. Later, Mel seeks guidance from Jesse as he wrestles with the strong bonds he’s built and the difficult farewells that lie ahead. (TV-PG, D) Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

October 1, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: 204 (10/8)

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “204” (204) Logline: As Mel’s journey continues, the stakes grow higher than ever. A one-on-one at the OC Fair leads to a surprise concert; and later, a beachside photo shoot pushes boundaries and buttons. Meanwhile, whispers swirl about one woman’s true intentions. Extended Logline: As Mel’s journey to find love continues, emotions run high and the stakes have never been greater. A one-on-one date at the Orange County Fair gives Mel and one woman a chance to relive their youth, capped off with a surprise backstage concert by KC and The Sunshine Band. Next, eight women head to Malibu Beach for a bold photo shoot celebrating confidence at any age, hosted by People magazine’s Editor-at-Large Janine Rubenstein. Later, Mel and the women let loose at a tailgate-themed cocktail party before another emotional rose ceremony and a late-night dip in the pool, but not everything is smooth sailing as rumors circulate about one woman who

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

September 24, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: 203 (10/1)

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 1 9:02-10:02 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “203” (203) Logline: This week, the women vying for Mel’s heart turn up the heat during a comedy roast group date. Later, a one-on-one becomes a recipe for romance, while an unforgettable slumber party shakes things up at the mansion as the journey for love continues. Extended Logline: As Mel’s journey to find love continues, 12 women take the stage at the historic Bellwether Theater for a no-holds-barred comedy roast, co-hosted by comedian Jared Freid, where only the funniest earns a one-on-one dinner with Mel. Next, one lucky lady is whisked away for a culinary adventure with Mel at Hollywood’s famed Petit Trois, featuring a private cooking lesson with Michelin-starred chef Ludo Lefebvre. Later, just as the women settle in for a quiet night at the mansion, a surprise knock at the door brings Kathy and Susan from “The Golden Bachelor” Season 1, who host an unforgettable slumber party filled with matching PJs, spicy truth or

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

September 15, 2025

The Golden Bachelor: SEASON PREMIERE - 201/202 - (9/24)

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – The Golden Bachelor: “201/202” (201/202) (Season Premiere) Logline: Mel Owens begins his journey for love with 23 women embodying elegance and strength. After a dazzling Queen Mary date and a cheerleading showdown judged by Paula Abdul, the week ends with a sun-soaked pool party and a high-stakes rose ceremony. Extended Logline: Golden Bachelor Mel Owens is ready to find love among a remarkable group of 23 women who embody elegance, strength and a zest for life. Following a thrilling first night, Mel whisks one lucky lady away for a dazzling evening aboard the Queen Mary, while the rest of the women bring the energy in a spirited cheerleading competition judged by celebrity guest Paula Abdul, with help from the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders. Capping off the whirlwind week, Mel and the women trade formalwear for swimsuits at a sun-soaked pool party, setting the stage for a high-stakes rose ceremony that evening. (TV-PG, DL) Stream episodes next

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

September 4, 2025

MEET THE 23 EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN READY TO FIND LOVE ON ‘THE GOLDEN BACHELOR’

HEADSHOTS AND BIOS AVAILABLE HERE. MEET THE WOMEN PROMO HERE. Additional show photos available here. Twenty-three incredible women are stepping into the spotlight, ready to capture hearts across the nation as they pursue a chance at love with Golden Bachelor Mel Owens. These vibrant women, each radiating elegance, strength and a zest for life, are proof that love stories don’t end with age, they only get better. From a vineyard owner and a fitness professional to a retired firefighter and bomb tech, these women are ready to rewrite the rules of romance. After a historic first season, “The Golden Bachelor” returns for Season 2 on Wednesday, Sept. 24 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC and next day on Hulu. The 23 women set to appear this season: Alexandra, 67, a luxury yacht sales representative from Miami, Fla. Amy, 63, a full-time mom from Short Hills, N.J. Andra, 77, a retired federal worker from Los Angeles, Calif. Carla, 62, a former model from Los Angeles, Calif. Carol, 63, family mana

Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 22, 2025

‘THE GOLDEN BACHELOR’ SCORES SEASON RENEWAL AND FINDS ITS LEADING MAN

After a historic first season, “The Golden Bachelor” is set to return to ABC and Hulu. Mel Owens, the 66-year-old former NFL veteran-turned-lawyer, is gearing up to make his next big play as the second Golden Bachelor. Born and raised in a close-knit Midwestern family in Detroit, Owens’ athleticism shone through from an early age. After graduating from the University of Michigan, he was selected as the ninth overall pick in the 1981 NFL Draft by the LA Rams. Following his retirement from football, Owens transitioned into a career in law and moved to Orange County, California, dedicating himself to helping others – particularly those seeking justice for sports-related injuries. It was during this time that he met his first love, and together they had two sons. While life took an unexpected turn with the passing of his father and the end of his marriage, Owens channeled his energy into being the best father he could be, focusing on raising his sons and coaching their extracurricular spo

Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

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The Golden Bachelor: (SEASON FINALE) Finale and After the Final Rose (11/12)

The Golden Bachelor: 207 (11/5)

The Golden Bachelor: The Women Tell All (10/29)

The Golden Bachelor: 206 (10/22)

The Golden Bachelor: 205 (10/15)

The Golden Bachelor: 204 (10/8)

The Golden Bachelor: 203 (10/1)

The Golden Bachelor: SEASON PREMIERE - 201/202 - (9/24)

MEET THE 23 EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN READY TO FIND LOVE ON ‘THE GOLDEN BACHELOR’

‘THE GOLDEN BACHELOR’ SCORES SEASON RENEWAL AND FINDS ITS LEADING MAN

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