Warning: This article contains discussion of domestic abuse, which may trigger some viewers.
Front-runner ofThe Golden Bachelorette,Guy Gansert has raised concerns regarding his romantic track record.Throughout the season, Guy has presented as a kind, gentle, and fun-loving personality. However, as more red flags come to light, some have second-guessed his near-perfect appearance.
Guy has stolen the leading lady Joan Vassos’s attention for most ofThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1. While she seems to have a strong connection to fellow contestant, Chock Chapple, Guy has remained a strong match for the Maryland native. It’s worth noting Chock received the first one-on-one date with Joan, butGuy received the first hometown date with the private school administrator.As the pair bonded in Nevada, and there were instant sparks. It seemed Guy and Joan could be the perfect match. Unfortunately, there have been several indications thatGuy is not as charming as he seems.
Guy Was Allegedly Aggressive With Her
Guy has been very transparent with Joan and fans regarding his divorce from his ex-wife, Heidi Seevers O’Gara. While he was open about the difficulty of the split and loss of partnership, the Nevada native opted not to disclose a major public record:Heidi’s restraining order. According to his ex-wife, the case was brought upduring a volatile time in Guy’s life(viaThe Sun).
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She claimed Guy had placed something behind her driver’s side tire. When confronted, Guy pointed two fingers at her, motioning as if firing a gun. These events, coupled with"stacks of text messages,”left her frightened for her safety. Heidi seemed to believehis sleep medication caused him to become“extremely unstable.”Notably, Heidi voluntarily withdrew her application three weeks after requesting it. The pair seem to have reconciled as they remain on speaking terms. However, this legal document shows Guy might be the true villain onThe Golden Bachelorette.
Guy’s Nice Guy Persona Seems Fake
Guy Isn’t As Perfect As He Seems
With Guy’s indiscretions now public,his overly positive portrayal on the show seems ingenuine.Often, when someone seems too good to be true, they are. While presenting as a sweet, hopeless romantic, he has threatened loved ones with violence. Guy has undoubtedly grown since the legal case, but his concerning past does make him look like a secret villain. Clearly, the physician can be explosive.
Nearly 44% of domestic violence cases go unreported.
According toCAWC, almost half of domestic violence reports are not reported. For Heidi to seek legal help,she must have been incredibly distressed.While no one but them knows the full extent of their confrontations, restraining orders should not be trivialized. Clearly, Guy is not the model boyfriend he appears to be.
Guy May Have Hurt The Show’s Reputation Even Further
FollowingGerry Turner’s intense backlash onThe Golden Bachelor,the last thing the show needs is another controversy.Gerry was revealed to have lied about his romantic past, having claimed that he remained single for over 40 years after losing his last wife. When fans were informed the leading man was involved with a woman, one month after his wife’s passing and 14 years his junior, they were enraged. Many looked toTheBachelorfranchise for explanations since the vetting process is supposedly lengthy.
Had the retraining order been brought up at any point, at least to quell rumors, Guy’s image would have felt more genuine.
Guy’s hidden past could attract more criticism for the show.Had the retraining order been brought up at any point, at least to quell rumors, Guy’s image would have felt more genuine. The fact that the legal order was concealed until the end of the season does not reflect well on the show.
Guy Should Probably Retreat From The Spotlight
He May Not Be Right For Reality TV
In the Instagram post shown above,Guytalked about how"heartbreaking"the finale was, but felt that it helped him to grow as a person. He described it as"transformational.“While he may have learned a lot from the process, about himself, Joan and other cast members, the downside of fame has been significant.
Guy’s been dragged through the mud, and the career that he worked so hard to build has been sullied. Normally, what happened to him would be private, but there is a lot of curiosity about reality stars and their private lives. Therefore, it’s not surprising that his shady actions in the past came to light.
Guy might be rethinking public life after all of this scandal. Is it really worth being in the spotlight? He may decide that stepping back is better for him. However, there’s always the chance that he is at peace, and feels that his public apology and explanation is enough. Maybe he doesn’t believe that he owes the public anything. Only he knows exactly what’s going on inside of him, and a part of him may actually enjoy his notoriety.
Fame can be addictive. Guy might like the drama and the embrace his growing platform. While he’s not a perfect influencer, he currently has 17.3K followers on Instagram. In the future, thanks in part to how controversial he is, he may get more. While a more low-key lifestyle might suit him,he could be committed to redeeming himself, one post at a time.Many famous and problematic stars have done the very same thing.
The Golden Bachelorette’s Guy has remained a well-respected contender in Joan’s season, despite looking like a villain off-screen. As the show comes to an end, last-minute confessions change his image entirely. His involvement in the show could have been detrimental to Guy and the show alike. Hopefully, Guy did change as Joan deserves to be with a man who is honest and good-natured, not a villain.
The Golden Bacheloretteairs on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
The Golden Bachelorette
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The Golden Bachelorette: This reality series offers one woman in her later years the opportunity to find love, as a group of seasoned men compete for her affection. Participants bring diverse romantic histories, seeking a meaningful connection and a chance to build a promising future together.
