Guy Gansert, a notable contestant from The Golden Bachelorette, recently revealed a personal milestone in his life. At the age of 66, this former emergency room doctor was a finalist on Joan Vassos’ season of the ABC reality series, ultimately finishing in second place behind Chock Chapple. Almost a year after the show concluded, Guy took to Instagram to share a significant new chapter.
On April 1, 2024, he shared a heartfelt photo alongside his new partner, Johanna Boston, in front of a vibrant red heart sculpture at the Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Resort & Spa in Mexico.
“I HAVE FOUND MY PERSON ❤️” he joyfully captioned his post.
This announcement quickly garnered a warm response from fans and fellow participants of The Golden Bachelorette and The Golden Bachelor franchises. A flurry of supportive comments emerged, including messages from other former contestants and the show’s host, Jesse Palmer. Joan Vassos, the lead of Guy’s season, also shared her good wishes in the comments.
Fan Reactions to Guy Gansert’s New Relationship
As Guy Gansert’s exciting news spread across Instagram, fans and alumni of both The Golden Bachelor and The Golden Bachelorette voiced their enthusiasm. Comments flowed in, showcasing the community’s support:
“Congratulations!!! ❤️ was secretly hoping you’d be the next Golden Bachelor — but you found your match! We are all rooting for you!”
Another follower commented:
“Guy, you officially broke the internet with this post. Congrats my dear friend!! I’m hopeful to one day make a similar post.”
Host Jesse Palmer expressed his happiness as well, stating he was “So happy for you both!!!!”Fellow contestant Susan Noles added, “Excited for you two💕.” Joan Vassos also shared her congratulations:
“I’m so happy for you and I hope she knows how lucky she is. You’re golden my friend!”
Previously, Guy competed for Joan’s affection on the show, finishing as the runner-up to Chock Chapple, who became engaged to her.
Guy Gansert’s Transition: Post-Show Life and Acting Ventures
Post-show, Guy Gansert has maintained a connection with his audience and updates regarding his journey. In a March 2025 interview with People magazine, he shared the exciting news of being cast in a guest role on General Hospital, a milestone marking his acting debut after a 35-year career as an emergency room physician.
“Even though I was ecstatic about being a cast member on The Golden Bachelorette, this was an exciting opportunity to actually act and be a part of an iconic show,” he noted.
Guy further elaborated on the meaningful friendships that developed among the male contestants during the show:
“The relationships between the men definitely created bromances. Everyone only wants each other to succeed. At our golden years, we only want each other to be happy,” he added.
He conveyed optimism that his fellow cast members would support both his new relationship and acting endeavors. His experience on the show enhanced his visibility, enabling him to pursue new passions after his retirement.
Fans can look forward to revisiting the past episodes of The Golden Bachelorette, which are currently available for streaming on ABC.