Golden Bachelor Mel Owens: Tackling Age with Hip Replacements
Mel Owens, 66-year-old former LA Rams linebacker and current California law firm partner specializing in athlete injury claims, is tackling love on season 2 of The Golden Bachelor premiering September 24, 2025. Owens, who shares two sons with ex-wife Fabiana Pimentel (divorced December 2024), ignited controversy by saying heâd "cut" suitors over 60 and joked about avoiding 'artificial hips and wigs.' Prompt backlash exploded on Twitter, prompting at least 20 on-camera apologies from Mel, who admitted his "frame of reference" was from dating in his 30s-40s. Kathy Swarts, season 1 contestant, defended Melâs 'fabulous over 60' capacity, while ABC stood by their golden boy amidst the drama.
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Mel Owens tried draft-picking love by age and body parts, but got tackled hard by Twitterâs defense squad. Spoiler: âartificial hips and wigsâ arenât the winning play on Golden Bachelorâs field of love.
Mel Owensâ dating checklist banned anyone with a hip replacement but still somehow forgot common sense at home.
Golden Bachelor Melâs strategy: 66 years old but wants love between 45-60; apparently prefers humans without hip mods or stylish headwear.
Source: Businessinsider | Published: 9/24/2025 | Author: Olivia Singh,Gabbi Shaw
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