WhileThe Golden Bachelorette’s Joan Vassos gave her final rose to Chock Chapple, one of her former contestants is looking for love among some familiar faces. ABC made waves when they announced a spin-off ofThe Bachelorthat centers around the love lives of senior citizens. The inaugural season ofThe Golden Bachelorwas a huge hit with audiences, andThe Golden Bachelorettesoon followed, which audiences also loved.

SinceThe Golden BachelorandThe Golden Bachelorettehave aired, singlecontestants from both shows have gotten to know each other, and there may be some sparks flying between them. Among the 24 singleGoldenmen who competed inThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1was 65-year-old Michael Stevens. He was recently interviewed on a podcast, where he spilled some tea about women he’s been in contact with.

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Michael Stevens Has Been Texting A Familiar Face

“Really Nice Lady”

Michael, a retired banking CEO from Denver, North Carolina, joined thecast ofThe Golden Bacheloretteseason 1in search of true love, but he wasn’t able to win Joan Vassos' heart. Recently, Michael was interviewed on an episode of theBachelor Happy HourPodcast. During the interview, he revealed thathe’d been texting back-and-forth a little bit with Kathy SwartsfromThe Golden Bachelorseason 1.

Michael’s Interested In Other Women Too

He’s Interested In One Woman In Particular

Michael’s interested in otherwomen fromThe Golden Bachelorseason 1too. During the podcast, he mentioned that he thought there were some other women who could be a match for him. He confessed thathe was especially interested in meeting 60-year-old Nancy Hulkower, a retired interior designer from Alexandria, Virginia. “I think all the guys would like to meet Nancy, to be honest with you,” Michael said.

“She’s a beautiful woman, and she seems really grounded, so that’s intriguing.”

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Would Michael Do Another Golden Bachelor Show?

“I’d Be All-In”

Michael was asked about his love life, andhe said he’s currently still looking for love, and would be open to being on anotherBachelorfranchise show. Though he didn’t find love onThe Golden Bachelorette, it was a great experience, and Michael said he’d love to be onThe Golden Bachelor In Paradise.“I don’t think they will do it, but I’d love it if they did.” Michael said. “I’d be all-in.”

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The Golden Bachelorette: This reality series offers one woman in her later years the opportunity to find love, as a group of seasoned men compete for her affection. Participants bring diverse romantic histories, seeking a meaningful connection and a chance to build a promising future together.