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Golden Bachelor Settles Into New Wednesday Slot With Roast Date as Ratings Scrutiny Builds

Mel Owens keeps addressing his pre-season remarks and is asking viewers for a second chance.

Mel Owens and Alexandra during Season 2 of "The Golden Bachelor."
In celebration of Season 2 of "The Golden Bachelor," Mel Owens joined tastemakers for an exclusive event at Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, California with his two sons Andre Owens (L) and Lucas Owens (R).
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Overview

  • The series now airs Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on ABC with next‑day streaming on Hulu after a two‑hour Sept. 24 premiere.
  • This week’s episode features a no‑holds‑barred comedy roast at Los Angeles’ Bellwether Theater co‑hosted by comedian Jared Freid, with the funniest contestant earning a one‑on‑one dinner.
  • ABC’s synopsis also teases a culinary date at Hollywood’s Petit Trois and a slumber‑party visit from Season 1’s Kathy and Susan.
  • Coverage cites a steep drop in the Season 2 premiere’s audience versus Season 1, with The TV Ratings Guide reporting a 65% decline.
  • Owens apologized on‑ and off‑camera for June comments about excluding women 60+, was confronted by contestants in the premiere, and has publicly urged fans to watch as the season progresses.