Who is Joan Vassos? All About the First Golden Bachelorette

Joan Vassos has been announced as the  first Golden Bachelorette, succeeding Gerry Turner from The Golden Bachelor.

The news was revealed in May, with the spinoff series set to premiere in fall 2024 on ABC.

Early Introduction to Bachelor Nation

Viewers first encountered Joan during her appearance on The Golden Bachelor in fall 2023, where she competed for Gerry’s affection.

However, Joan chose to leave the show to support her daughter, who had recently become a mother.

Family Life

Joan is a devoted mother of four children: Nicholas, Erica, Luke, and Allison. Her dedication to her family was evident during her time on The Golden Bachelor when she prioritized them over continuing her journey on the show.

Marital History

Joan was married to John for 32 years until his passing in January 2021 due to pancreatic cancer. Reflecting on the anniversary of his death three years later, Joan shared emotional sentiments on Instagram, reminiscing about their time together and the impact he had on their family.

Professional Life

Outside of her television appearances, Joan works in Alumni Relations and Annual Giving at a school in Bethesda, Maryland, as indicated by her LinkedIn profile.