The Bachelor: A 71-year-old man is the star of the new version of the show!

ABC’s hit reality show The Bachelor, a pioneer in the genre, is announcing a new version for the upcoming fall season!

We’ll be treated to The Golden Bachelor, featuring a contestant… who’s 71 years old!

The man’s name, a widower, is Gerry, the oldest Bachelor to date!

It’s never too late to fall in love… again,” is ABC’s slogan for the show.

Gerry gives love a second chance, and we’re betting he’ll inspire others to do the same!

We wish Gerry the best of luck in finding his significant other…