Overview

• ABC officially announced Mel Owens as the lead for Season 2 of The Golden Bachelor during Hulu’s Get Real event on April 22, 2025.
• Owens, a retired NFL linebacker and current lawyer, is a single father of two sons and resides in Los Angeles, a location chosen to ease potential relocation challenges for contestants.
• Following his 2020 divorce and the passing of his father, Owens has focused on raising his children and is now ready to rediscover love through everyday companionship.
• Casting for female contestants is currently underway, with the premiere date for the upcoming season yet to be announced.
• Jesse Palmer, host of the franchise, highlighted Owens's charm, intelligence, and genuine desire for a partner to share life’s simple moments.