The Golden Bachelorette" Star Joan Vassos Surprised by "The Golden Bachelor" Divorce

"The Golden Bachelorette" star Joan Vassos was shocked by the news of "The Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist's divorce. Vassos explains why she thought the marriage would work and why it may not have worked outside the show.

"The Golden Bachelorette" star Joan Vassos was surprised by the news of "The Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist's divorce. Vassos, who was a finalist on Turner's season of the show, said she thought the couple was a good match and was shocked to hear they were getting divorced.

"I was really surprised to hear about Gerry and Theresa's divorce," Vassos said. "I thought they were a great couple and I was really rooting for them. I'm sad to hear that they're not together anymore."

The Golden Bachelorette" Star Joan Vassos Surprised by "The Golden Bachelor" Divorce

Vassos said she thinks the couple's different lifestyles may have contributed to their divorce. Turner is a successful businessman and Nist is a stay-at-home mom. Vassos said she thinks the couple may have had different expectations for their marriage.

"I think Gerry is a very driven and ambitious person, and Theresa is more laid-back and family-oriented," Vassos said. "I think they may have had different expectations for their marriage and that may have led to their divorce."

The Golden Bachelorette" Star Joan Vassos Surprised by "The Golden Bachelor" Divorce

Vassos also said she thinks the couple's age difference may have been a factor in their divorce. Turner is 10 years older than Nist. Vassos said she thinks the couple may have been at different stages in their lives and that may have led to their divorce.

"I think Gerry is a great guy and I'm sure he'll find someone else who makes him happy," Vassos said. "I wish him all the best."

The Golden Bachelorette" Star Joan Vassos Surprised by "The Golden Bachelor" Divorce

Turner and Nist were married for three years. They have two children together.