The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Renewal

ABC confirms Season 2 with Mel Owens, 66, as the new lead. Get ready for romance, drama, and big changes this fall on ABC.

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ABC officially renewed the series after strong ratings. The Golden Bachelor was its top unscripted show in recent years.

Confirmed by ABC

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Meet Mel Owens

Mel Owens, 66, is a former NFL star turned lawyer. He now returns to TV, ready to find love again after loss and change.

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When It Returns

Season 2 airs on September 24, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. It will shift to Wednesdays at 9:02 p.m. from October 1.

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No Bachelorette

ABC is skipping The Bachelorette this year. Instead, the focus is on Golden Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise.

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Why It Matters

Season 1 had over 10 million viewers. Season 2 hopes to bring new stories, deeper romance, and another hit lead.

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More About Season 2

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