Theresa Nist, star of The Golden Bachelor’s, had a disastrous marriage attempt with her golden groom, Gerry Turner. But now that their divorce is finalized, she’s rebranding and ready to move on.
Theresa met Gerry on the first night of The Golden Bachelor season 1. She was introduced to Bachelor Nation as a mother, grandmother, and widow from New Jersey who was looking for someone to spend the next chapter of her life with. While Theresa’s large family cared for her deeply, she hoped to find a partner to share her life with.
After making a great first impression on Gerry, Theresa advanced through the competition on The Golden Bachelor. She made it to the end alongside Leslie Fhima and won Gerry’s heart, accepting his proposal along with the final golden rose. Gerry and Theresa announced their plans to get married in a live TV ceremony a few weeks after The Golden Bachelor finale. The couple married in a lavish ceremony, but their marriage was short-lived, and they decided to divorce three months later.
Theresa’s Recent Social Media Posts Center Around Family
She’s Focusing on Her Kids and Grandkids in Her Posts
In recent weeks and months, Theresa has been posting about her family more often than ever. The Golden Bachelor’s star has moved on from her brief marriage to Gerry and decided to prioritize her family. Throughout The Golden Bachelor’s, Theresa made it clear that her main priority in life was her grandchildren. She was very close to her children while they were growing up and wants to stay close to her family as much as possible in her later years. It was clear on the show that Theresa wasn’t interested in leaving her area for Gerry.
Now that her marriage to Gerry is over, Theresa seems to be focusing entirely on her family and rebuilding her life in New Jersey. Having announced that her daughter is expecting another baby, Theresa has been spending a lot of time with her grandchildren and showing them off on social media. Enjoying a summer by the beach, Theresa has been working hard to present a family-focused image to the followers she gained during her time on The Golden Bachelor’s. Although Theresa’s rebranding may eventually include more, for now, she is focused on her loved ones.
Theresa Is Trying to Break Free from Gerry’s Reputation
She Prefers to Disassociate from Her Ex
At the end of The Golden Bachelor’s, it was revealed that there was some scandal involving Gerry and his past before the show. Throughout the season, Gerry was portrayed as a widower who was incredibly wholesome, sweet, and hadn’t dated since his wife died years ago. However, by the end of the season, it came out that Gerry had lied about not dating much before joining the show, which left many viewers with a bad impression of The Golden Bachelor’s lead. “Golden Gerry’s” reputation took a massive hit.
Gerry and Theresa’s wedding, along with the press tour leading up to it, was likely meant to repair Gerry’s tarnished reputation. While Theresa claimed she was okay with what happened and forgave Gerry for his dishonesty, it was clear that there was a strain on their relationship. Now that Gerry is out of her life, Theresa is looking to distance herself from the stain of his reputation. Without having to associate with Gerry, Theresa no longer needs to carry the negative image her ex left her with after The Golden Bachelor’s.
Theresa’s Marriage to Gerry Lacked Genuine Authenticity
Both Sensed It Wouldn’t Last
Although Gerry and Theresa’s relationship on The Golden Bachelor seemed genuine, their marriage appeared somewhat disingenuous. After the scandal about Gerry’s reputation emerged, their wedding became a huge spectacle. With Bachelor Nation in attendance and a golden carpet, the wedding felt more like a grand show than a personal celebration for the bride and groom. Despite exchanging vows, the event seemed designed to distract from the issues behind the scenes and lacked a personal touch.
After the finale and before the wedding, Gerry and Theresa often spoke to the press about their upcoming marriage but were vague about their plans for after the wedding. Their reluctance to share details about their future made it clear that their marriage likely wouldn’t last. Without knowing where they would settle or what their next steps would be, Gerry and Theresa’s wedding seemed like a poorly thought-out move to Bachelor Nation.
Theresa Is Seeking a Fresh Start
She’s Ready for a Fresh Start
Now that her marriage to Gerry has ended, Theresa is ready for a fresh start with a new image on social media. Before The Golden Bachelor’s, Theresa had a small social media presence with posts mainly about her family and grandkids. However, her social media focus shifted once she joined the show, featuring previews and photos with her castmates instead of her family.
With her appearance on a major reality TV series, Theresa’s social media has become a place where people follow her updates and see what’s happening in her life. As part of her rebranding, Theresa is now sharing more about her life as a mother and grandmother, along with posts about her friends, to show she has a social life beyond her family. Her new approach has removed any mention of Gerry, putting the spotlight on herself in her social media profiles.
