The Golden Bachelor

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Debut Season of ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Reaches More Than 43 Million Multiplatform Viewers

ABC/Brian Bowen Smith* Series photos are available here. “The Golden Bachelor” Season 1 The debut season of ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” reached 43.4 million Total Viewers after 35 days of viewing across linear and digital platforms including Hulu. “The Golden Bachelor” averaged 9.92 million multiplatform viewers after 35 days of viewing on linear and digital platforms to deliver the strongest average for any season of an ABC unscripted series since “American Idol” during the 2019-2020 season. In addition, “The Golden Bachelor” hit a 2.65 rating among Adults 18-49 in delayed cross-platform viewing, marking the highest-rated ABC unscripted series since “The Bachelorette” during the 2021 summer season. The new ABC unscripted series soared more than 4 times over its initial Live+Same Day rating among Adults 18-49 (+342%) after 35 days of multiplatform viewing (0.60 rating to 2.65 rating) and picked up a massive +5.09 million Total Viewers (4.83 million to 9.92 million). ABC’s “The Golden

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January 16, 2024

ABC’s ‘The Golden Wedding’ Grows to 7.13 Million Total Viewers in Its First Seven Days Across Platforms

Disney/John & Joseph Photography* Series photos are available here. “The Golden Wedding” (7.13 million Total Viewers and 1.29 rating among AD18-49 in MP+7): After seven days of viewing across linear and digital platforms, ABC’s “The Golden Wedding” grew to 7.13 million Total Viewers. In addition, the ABC special event more than doubled its initial Live+Same day rating among Adults 18-49, jumping +105% after seven days of multiplatform viewing (0.63 rating to 1.29 rating). Social interactions for “The Golden Wedding” topped “The Golden Bachelor” season finale by 7% (166,500 vs. 155,000) and its September series debut by 98% (84,100) to stand as the show’s most social episode ever. Source: The Nielsen Company, preliminary National Live+7 Day Program data and ABC Multiplatform+7 Day data for 1/4/24; Talkwalker SCR. *COPYRIGHT ©2024 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. All photography is copyrighted material and is for editorial use only. Images are not to be archived, altered, duplicat

Press Release - Ratings

December 11, 2023

ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season Finale Earns Largest Audience in ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise Since March 2020

“The Golden Bachelor” (9.42 million Total Viewers and 2.07 rating among AD18-49 in MP+7): The season finale of ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” scored new series highs in both Total Viewers (7.13 million) and Adults 18-49 (0.98 rating) in the National Live+7 day numbers. In fact, “The Golden Bachelor” delivered the largest audience (7.13 million) for any series in “The Bachelor” franchise (i.e., “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette,” “Bachelor in Paradise”) since March 2020 and the franchise’s highest-rated telecast since September 2022 in Adults 18-49 (0.98 rating) — since 3/10/20 and 9/20/22, respectively. “The Golden Bachelor” built over the prior week by 11% in Total Viewers (7.13 million vs. 6.44 million), posting 6 consecutive weeks of growth and delivering its biggest week-to-week increase. After seven days of viewing on linear and streaming platforms, ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” season finale jumped to 9.42 million Total Viewers, also marking the most-watched multiplatform telecast fo

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December 6, 2023

Season Finale of ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Delivers Biggest Audience in ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise Since March 2020

“The Golden Bachelor” (8.81 million Total Viewers and 1.84 rating among AD18-49 in MP+3): The season finale of ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” delivered series highs in both Total Viewers (6.95 million) and Adults 18-49 (0.95 rating) in the National Live+3 day numbers. In fact, “The Golden Bachelor” scored the biggest audience (6.95 million) for any series in “The Bachelor” franchise (i.e., “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette,” “Bachelor in Paradise”) since March 2020 and the highest-rated telecast since September 2022 in Adults 18-49 (0.95 rating) — since 3/10/20 and 9/20/22, respectively. “The Golden Bachelor” grew over the prior week by 12% in Total Viewers (6.95 million vs. 6.18 million), building for the 6th straight week and posting its biggest week-to-week growth. After three days of viewing on linear and streaming platforms, ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” season finale soared to 8.81 million Total Viewers, marking the most-watched multiplatform telecast for any series in “The Bachelor”

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November 30, 2023

The Golden Wedding (1/4)

THURSDAY, JAN. 4, 2024 8:00-10:00 p.m. EST – The Golden Wedding Logline: After lifetimes of love and loss and a whirlwind journey on “The Golden Bachelor,” Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist will walk down the aisle to begin their next chapter, happily ever after. Hosted by Jesse Palmer, “The Golden Wedding” airs LIVE on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

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November 28, 2023

The Golden Bachelor: SEASON FINALE - Finale and After the Final Rose - 108 (11/30)

THURSDAY, NOV. 30 8:00-10:06 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “Finale and After the Final Rose” (108) (Season Finale) Logline: After an incredible season of love stories, Jesse Palmer hosts as the emotional conclusion of Gerry Turner’s journey plays out in front of a live studio audience and he’s joined by his final two women for the first time since filming. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

November 22, 2023

Ratings Report for ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Series Debut

“The Golden Bachelor” (11.68 million Total Viewers and 3.73 rating in AD18-49 in MP+35): After 35 days of viewing across linear and streaming platforms, the premiere episode of “The Golden Bachelor” hit a combined cumulative multiplatform audience of 13.90 million Total Viewers for its debut telecast on Sept. 28 and its rebroadcast on Oct. 3. The September series debut of ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” alone skyrocketed to 11.68 million Total Viewers and hit a 3.73 rating among Adults 18-49. The debut telecast of the new ABC unscripted series gained more than +7.0 million viewers in delayed multiplatform viewing (4.36 million to 11.68 million) and shot up +502% among Adults 18-49 over its initial Live+Same Day rating (0.62 rating to 3.73 rating). “The Golden Bachelor” delivered the most-watched multiplatform telecast for any series in “The Bachelor” franchise (i.e., “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette,” “Bachelor in Paradise”) in 3 ½ years in Total Viewers (11.68 million) — since “The Bach

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November 14, 2023

The Golden Bachelor: 101 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/28/23)

THURSDAY, NOV. 23 8:00-9:01 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “101” (101) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/28/23) Logline: For the first time in Bachelor franchise history, 22 incredible women in the prime of their lives will roll up their stockings and step into the spotlight, hoping to find lasting love with Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner. Extended Logline: For the first time in Bachelor franchise history, 22 incredible women in the prime of their lives will roll up their stockings and step into the spotlight, hoping to find lasting love with Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner. Ranging in age from 60 to 75, these accomplished golden ladies will take time away from their established home lives, friends and family, in the quest to rediscover love – and perhaps even themselves – in the process. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres. The 22 women who will vie for Gerry’s heart are the following: Anna, 61, a retired nutritionist from Summit, N.J. April, 65, a thera

Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

November 14, 2023

The Golden Bachelor: 103 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/12/23)

THURSDAY, NOV. 23 10:00-11:00 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “103” (103) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/12/23) Logline: It’s a whirlwind week for Gerry Turner! A group date featuring Jesse Palmer and Kaitlyn Bristowe as well as one-on-one time with two women help confirm his feelings are growing stronger every day, which only makes handing out roses more difficult. Extended Logline: It’s a whirlwind week three for Gerry Turner! First up, a group date that has all 12 remaining women showing off their skills to Gerry as well as host Jesse Palmer and special guest –former Bachelorette and “Dancing with the Stars” Mirrorball champion – Kaitlyn Bristowe, in a talent show like none other. Then, one woman’s refreshingly vulnerable showcase makes her the recipient of some well-deserved romantic one-on-one time with Gerry; and later, another golden lady gets the full one-on-one fairy-tale experience. Plus, an unexpected decision shakes up the house before the rose ceremony and the women establish that

Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

November 14, 2023

The Golden Bachelor: 102 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/5/23)

THURSDAY, NOV. 23 9:01-10:00 p.m. EST – The Golden Bachelor: “102” (102) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/5/23) Logline: Gerry Turner’s journey continues! The golden bachelor and his ladies embark on the series’ first dates. Plus, the leading man has a 72nd birthday to remember, and the second rose ceremony of the season proves no less emotional than the first. Extended Logline: It’s a week of firsts for Gerry Turner and his golden gals! After the women move into the mansion and assess their sleeping situations, The series’ first date card arrives—not without a bit of explaining from host Jesse Palmer. Later, there is a magical, musical one-on-one date; a group photoshoot date that has the ladies looking romance-ready for fan-favorite photographer, Franco; and a 72ndbirthday to remember for Gerry. Plus, a rose ceremony that proves no less emotional than the first. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres. The 15 women vying for Gerry’s heart are the foll

Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

The Golden Bachelor

Releases

Debut Season of ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Reaches More Than 43 Million Multiplatform Viewers

ABC’s ‘The Golden Wedding’ Grows to 7.13 Million Total Viewers in Its First Seven Days Across Platforms

ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Season Finale Earns Largest Audience in ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise Since March 2020

Season Finale of ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Delivers Biggest Audience in ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise Since March 2020

The Golden Wedding (1/4)

The Golden Bachelor: SEASON FINALE - Finale and After the Final Rose - 108 (11/30)

Ratings Report for ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Series Debut

The Golden Bachelor: 101 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/28/23)

The Golden Bachelor: 103 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/12/23)

The Golden Bachelor: 102 (11/23) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 10/5/23)

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