Gerry Turner, a former contestant on ‘The Golden Bachelor’, has made headlines once again, this time for allegedly dating another woman from the show after his divorce from Theresa Nist. Turner, who is 73 years old and a retired restaurateur, gained fame on the premiere season of the Bachelor spinoff series in 2023. He initially found love with Nist on the show, with whom he got engaged in December of the same year. However, their marriage was short-lived, as they announced their separation by April 2024.
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During an episode of the ‘Batchelor Happy Hour’ podcast on August 20, fellow Golden Bachelor contestants Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts joined Nist to discuss Turner’s romantic endeavours post his split from Nist. The shocking revelation came to light when Noles and Swarts disclosed that Turner had dated another contestant named Christina Kempton after his divorce from Nist. Nist herself admitted that she was the one who suggested Turner to go out with Kempton, and the relationship lasted for around six months, a fact that surprised Nist.
Christina Kempton, the woman in question, is a retired purchasing manager from Sierra Madre, Calif., who was eliminated during the third week of Turner’s season on ‘The Golden Bachelor’. Despite attempts to reach Turner and Kempton for comments on their relationship, there has been no response. However, it is known that Turner has now moved on and is currently in a relationship with a woman named Lana since March 2025.
In an interview with PEOPLE in April, Turner hinted at his relationship with Lana, stating that while marriage is a possibility in the future, for now, they have agreed on a long-term committed relationship. Nist, on the other hand, clarified her own relationship status during the podcast, revealing that she is not currently dating anyone. She expressed contentment with her life and shared that she was happier than ever, reflecting positively on her experience on ‘The Golden Bachelor’.
Looking forward, Nist expressed curiosity about Turner’s upcoming memoir and admitted to being anxious to see what he reveals. She recounted a conversation with Turner where he hinted at being bound by a contract regarding what he could disclose. Additionally, Nist reflected on her decision to not participate in ‘Bachelor in Paradise’, citing a lack of suitable matches among the male contestants as the reason for her opting out.
The unfolding drama surrounding Gerry Turner and his post-divorce relationships has certainly captured the attention of fans and former fellow contestants alike. As the story continues to develop, it remains to be seen how Turner and the other women involved navigate this new chapter in their lives. Stay tuned for more updates on this captivating tale of love and second chances.