RTL Introduces First 'Golden Bachelor' for Senior Romance

Franz Stärk, 73, embarks on a televised quest for love, leading a new dating show for older generations.

Franz Stärk, a 73-year-old former school director, is the first 'Golden Bachelor' on RTL's new dating show for seniors.
The show will premiere on RTL+ on December 3, with a later broadcast on RTL in 2025.
Stärk will interact with 18 women over 60 on the Greek island of Crete, seeking a meaningful relationship.
His family supports his participation, with his son having signed him up for the show.
Stärk's story highlights the growing trend of media catering to an older audience, emphasizing that love is ageless.