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Jesse Palmer Reacts to Golden Bachelor Mel Owens' Controversial Comments on Age Limit

  • In early July, Reality Steve reported that Mel Owens was fired as Golden Bachelor lead just weeks before Season 2 production.
  • After his June 4 podcast on In the Trenches, Owens told producers he would 'cut' women over 60, contradicting the show's theme of love in later years.
  • Social media backlash on X shows widespread disapproval, with fans calling Owens' comments 'misogynistic' and 'ageist,' highlighting significant controversy.
  • Despite firing reports, ABC says it is standing by Owens and will begin Season 2 production this month, though the show's launch timeline remains unclear.
  • Beyond this season, fans debate whether ABC will reconsider casting norms following Owens' ageist comments, potentially impacting future franchise policies.
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