Meet The ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Cast Who’s Dating Joan Vasos

As Joan Vasos, 61, jumps back into the dating pool as star of ABC The Golden BacheloretteShe’ll have some pretty stellar singles to choose from.

Entertainment Weekly The female-led spinoff features an exclusive first look at 24 men vying for Joan’s heart The Golden Bachelor. Ranging in age from 57 to 69, the group includes a firefighter, a salon owner, a caterer, an ER doctor — and, of course, plenty of retirees. The men come from all over the country and have a variety of fun hobbies, from cornholes to cooking to playing the ukulele.

Read on to find out more about the guys hoping to get a second chance to love Joan The Golden Bachelorette Premieres Wednesday, September 18 at 8pm ET/PT on ABC.

Bill, 68

Hometown: Portland, Ore.
Occupation: Retired videographer
Fun fact of life: “Bill wants to own a coffee shop and name it Billy Beans.” But will it be a regular coffee shop or a Spidey shop?

Bob, 66

Hometown: Marina del Rey, California.
Occupation: Chiropractor
Fun fact of life: “This chiropractor is an avid surfer, and he’s willing to see if he and Joan have the full-tube chemistry he’s looking for.” We pause when everyone under 50 Googles the phrase “”.Completely piped.”

Charles K., 62

Hometown: Rancho Palos Verdes, California.
Occupation: Portfolio Manager
Fun fact of life: “Charles K. is very proud of his work building homes in rural Nicaragua.” We are proud of you, Charles K.!

Charles L., 66

Hometown: Philadelphia, Pa.
Occupation: Retired Financial Analyst
Fun fact of life: “If Charles L. could see anyone in concert in his golden years, he would love to see Britney Spears perform one day.” (BRB – reveals this to Charles L.)

Sock, 60

Hometown: Wichita, Kan.
Occupation: Insurance Administrator
Fun fact of life: “His guilt is shopping, and he can’t resist a good sale!” Pray to the reality TV gods that Zach gets invited to a group date at Costco.

Christopher, 64

Hometown: West Babylon, NY
Occupation: Contractor
Fun fact of life: “Christopher wishes his birthday was Christmas Eve!” We are a festive Capricorn.

And, 64

Hometown: Naples, Fla.
Occupation: Private investor
Fun fact of life: “Don likes to sing, just not in public.” Oh, dear. This poor guy needs to perform on a karaoke group date, right?

David, 68

Hometown: Austin, Tex.
Occupation: Farmer
Fun fact of life: “David’s hero is his 91-year-old mother.” Damn, how can I get foggy on a “fun fact”???

Gary, 65

Hometown: Palm Desert, California.
Occupation: Retired Finance Executive
Fun fact of life: “Gary is the godson of the legendary Tina Turner and is very talented with a beautiful singing voice and killer dance moves.” If this man No On the inevitable talent show team date, the producers would have failed.

Gill, 60

Hometown: Mission Viejo, California.
Occupation: Educator
Fun fact of life: “Gill’s favorite book Bridges of Madison County“Oh boy, we’ve got a certified softie in the house, rose lovers!

Greg, 64

Hometown: Longboat Key, Fla.
Occupation: Retired University Vice-Chancellor
Fun fact of life: “Greg wears flip-flops 90 percent of the time.” Well, I hope not if they meet each other. You must dress up for the Golden Bachelorette!

Boy, 66

Hometown: Reno, Nev.
Occupation: Emergency room physician
Fun fact of life: “Plans to climb Mount Kilimanjaro this fall.” Are those plans flexible sir? Your fiancé may have an opinion on this.

Jack, 68

Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Occupation: Food provider
Fun fact of life: “On May 22, 1977, Jack sat in the front row at Elvis’ last concert in Chicago.” When everyone under the age of 50 Googles “who is elvis” we pause.

Jonathan, 61

Hometown: Oakland, Iowa
Occupation: Shipping consultant
Fun fact of life: “Jonathan played with the idea of ​​being a bodybuilder.” Yes, we see those guns under that sweater. Get it, Jonathan!

Jordan, 61

Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Occupation: Sales Manager
Fun fact of life: “Jordan misses the days when visitors stop by unannounced.” Respectfully, Jordan, we disagree.

Keith, 62

Hometown: San Jose, California.
Occupation: girl father
Fun fact of life: “Keith’s guilty feeling is Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and says he can’t eat just one scoop.” Don’t worry, Keith – you’re not alone.

Ken, 60

Hometown: Peabody, Mass.
Occupation: Asset Management Treasurer
Fun fact of life: “Ken is said to be a bad driver, but he doesn’t buy it.” Producers, listen up: Better not send Joan out at night with this guy in a car with broken headlights.

Kim, 69

Hometown: Seattle, Wash.
Occupation: Retired Navy Capt
Fun fact of life: “Kim is a great whistler.” Well, this gentleman should be on a talent show date with Carrie.

Mark, 57

Hometown: Leesville, La.
Occupation: Soldier
Fun fact of life: “Mark is afraid of ostriches.” There has to be a story behind it, right? (And, yes, that’s Kelsey’s dad we met last season Bachelor.)

Michael, 65

Hometown: Denver, NC
Occupation: Retired Bank CEO
Fun fact of life: “Michael went to Lollapalooza three times…all in his 50s!” Well, at least it wasn’t Stagecoach.

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Pablo, 63

Hometown: Cambridge, MD
Occupation: Retired UN
Fun fact of life: “Pablo has a hard time controlling himself around ice cream.” Can’t wait to see you banana split with Keith in the Bachelor Mansion kitchen.

Pascal, 69

Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
Occupation: Salon owner
Fun fact of life: Pascal is not a great cook, but he “makes big reservations!” Gotta love a good dad (or in this case, grandpa) joke.

RJ, 66

Hometown: Irvine, Calif.
Occupation: Financial Advisor
Fun fact of life: “RJ’s favorite Christmas movie Die hard.” Good to know where RJ falls in that old debate.

Thomas, 62

Hometown: New York, NY
Occupation: FDNY Chief
Fun fact of life: “Thomas owned a creperie in Rhode Island.” A handsome, single firefighter cooking crepes in a seaside town? It’s a Hallmark movie if we ever asked for one.