Amid reports of challenges faced by Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist due to their separate residences, former "Golden Bachelor" contestants Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts share their perspectives on the situation.
Former "The Golden Bachelor" contestants Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts have shed light on the challenges faced by Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist due to their separate residences, which reportedly contributed to the couple's eventual divorce.
Turner and Nist, stars of the ABC reality dating series, announced their split in April, just three months after a televised wedding. Reports emerged that Turner, an Indiana native, and Nist, a New Jersey resident, struggled to agree on a common living arrangement, complicating their marriage.
Golden Bachelor" Contestants Address Turner and Nist's Separate Lives Before Divorce
"I've gotta support this man a little bit," said Noles, a contestant on the show. "I feel like he got the wrong end of it. Theresa decided not to move and not to quit her job. He got frustrated. Who can blame him? I mean, I would've never said I would move to that place wherever that is in the middle of nowhere."
Swarts echoed Noles' sentiments, acknowledging the difficulties of merging two families from different locations. "I think it's hard when you bring together two families, with children and grandchildren. It's hard to just pick up and move from one place and not have dual households. That's a tough spot to be in," she said.
Golden Bachelor" Contestants Address Turner and Nist's Separate Lives Before Divorce
Turner and Nist had initially considered a compromise, exploring both Charleston and New Jersey as potential home options. However, the decision ultimately proved challenging for the couple.
Turner, in an interview prior to the wedding, expressed his excitement about finding a new home with Nist. "Early on, we thought Charleston would be a great area. Since being in New Jersey a few times, I really like that area. We now have two areas to explore house hunting, which doubles the fun," he said.
Golden Bachelor" Contestants Address Turner and Nist's Separate Lives Before Divorce
Despite their best efforts, the living situation remained a hurdle in their relationship. Turner and Nist finalized their divorce earlier this month.
Noles and Swarts' insights offer a glimpse into the complexities of long-distance relationships and the challenges that couples face when navigating different lifestyles and geographic constraints.
Golden Bachelor" Contestants Address Turner and Nist's Separate Lives Before Divorce
