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.

An endearing man who married his childhood sweetheart, but his wife, with whom he had two daughters, sadly passed away.

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

What a great idea!

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

Who will receive the final rose?