Joan Vassos is so golden — and Bachelor Nation is over the moon for her.
Joan, 61, was formally introduced because the Golden Bachelorette on Tuesday, Might 14, making her the primary main girl of The Golden Bachelor spinoff. Followers will keep in mind Joan for leaving Gerry Turner‘s season early to look after her daughter, who had just lately given start.
“The key is out!” Joan wrote through her Instagram Story after information broke about her casting. “I’m honored to be #TheGoldenBachelorette.” Her former Golden Bachelor costars joined proper in on the celebration, from Gerry — who supplied some sage recommendation for the incoming lead — to runner-up Leslie Fhima.
Scroll on to see all the Golden Bachelor alums who wished Joan nicely as she embarks on her upcoming journey.
Gerry Turner
“Pricey Joan, Congratulations on being named the primary ever Golden Bachelorette,” Gerry wrote through Instagram. “You may be phenomenal as the brand new illustration of the era. From one Golden to a different… calm down, breathe and revel in.”
Theresa Nist
Theresa shared a candy photograph of herself with Joan through Instagram Tales, alongside the caption: “My pricey Joan, I’m so excited for you!!”
Leslie Fhima
Leslie took her pleasure over the announcement of Joan’s new Bachelorette standing to Instagram Tales, writing, “Completely satisfied for my buddy!!! First Golden Bachelor!”
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Nancy Hulkower
“Congratulations to my buddy on changing into the primary Golden Bachelorette! Wishing you luck,” Nancy wrote alongside Joan’s official promo.
Kathy Swarts
Kathy took to her Instagram grid to share a cute selfie with the long run lead, alongside the caption, “So completely satisfied for you Joan. You’re actually golden and might’t wait to see the place this journey takes you my buddy!❤️❤️.”
Christina Kempton
“SOOOOOO completely satisfied and happy with my buddy Joan for changing into the primary Golden Bachelorette!!!” Christina captioned an Instagram submit. “She’s going to ROCK this!!! Love you lady!! ❤️❤️❤️.”
