Golden Bachelor’ Season 2 Cast: Meet Mel Owens’ 23 Contestants — From NFL Jokes to a Bachelor Nation Twin

ABC is ushering in a new chapter of its senior-dating franchise with The Golden Bachelor Season 2, premiering Tuesday, September 24 (8/7c). This time, the man handing out roses is Mel Owens — a 66-year-old former NFL linebacker, divorced dad of two, and self-described straight shooter when it comes to love and age preferences.

Owens sparked buzz earlier this year after telling the MGoBlue podcast that he’d ideally date women 45–60. Producers, he recalled, reminded him that the series is called Golden, not Silver, but promised “hot” contestants. His comments drew mixed reactions online — with some fans vowing to boycott and others curious to see how the season unfolds.

The Women Vying for Mel’s Heart

ABC cast 23 women ranging from 58 to 77 years old, representing diverse careers and life stories:

• Andra Mason (77, Los Angeles, CA) — retired federal worker and twin sister of Sandra from Season 1.

• Maia (58, Malibu, CA) — college sports consultant and youngest in the group.

• Tracy (62, Lafayette, LA) — interior designer with a love for horse races and hats.

• Terri (71, Houston, TX) — globe-trotting cosmetic dentist and former ventriloquist.

• Susie (62, Del Mar, CA) — former kindergarten teacher turned adventurous hiker.

• Robin (63, Napa Valley, CA) — wealth advisor, vineyard owner and proud grandma.

• Roxanne (62, Austin, TX) — anti-aging nurse and lifelong caretaker ready to put herself first.

• Peg (62, Las Vegas, NV) — retired firefighter/bomb tech turned dancer.

• Lisa (66, Marion, OH) — animal-loving state park worker.

• Monica B. (62, Huntsville, AL) — flight attendant ready to retire and find love.

• Monica P. (60, Birmingham, AL) — cosmetic dentist who loves karaoke and dancing.

• Mylene (61, Las Vegas, NV) — multilingual casino VIP host and chef at heart.

• Nicolle (64, Miami Beach, FL) — yoga instructor passionate about healthy aging.

• Lily (72, Pacific Palisades, CA) — dance-loving retired teacher and grandma.

• Gerri (62, Rockville, MD) — health-care CEO with a big heart.

• Carol (63, Villa Park, CA) — family manager for MLB star Freddie Freeman.

• Carla (62, Los Angeles, CA) — midlife influencer and proud mom.

• Diane (71, Wasilla, AK) — hockey player and educator turned nonprofit board member.

• Amy (63, Short Hills, NJ) — fun “momager” to her internet-famous twins.

• Debbie (65, Denver, CO) — celebrity fitness instructor with a love for dogs and festivals.

• Cindy (60, Austin, TX) — retired biomedical engineer living a “say yes” lifestyle.

• Alexandra (67, Miami, FL) — luxury yacht sales pro and unstoppable adventurer.

• Cheryl (66, Englewood, CO) — IRS retiree who craves romance and road trips.

Premiere Night Highlights

The opener features:

• A glamorous first-night date aboard the Queen Mary for one lucky contestant.

• A cheerleading showdown judged by Paula Abdul.

• A lively pool party leading to the first rose ceremony.

The franchise is hoping to replicate (or surpass) the buzz of Season 1, when Gerry Turner married Theresa Nist — though the pair split months later — and Joan Vassos spun off into The Golden Bachelorette.