Golden Bachelor Mel Owens admits he’s on the fence between Finale 2: Recap
Golden bachelor Mel Owens is on the hunt for The One – and clarity – as he takes on the fantasy suites with his last two wives.
The Wednesday, November 5, episode kicked off with Mel, 66, traveling to Antigua with the remaining contestants Peg Munson And Cindy Cullers – and teases that the tropical location “could be the perfect place to fall in love.”
While getting ready for his first overnight date, Mel noted that the fantasy suite is “not just about the physical relationship” and admitted that he would be hosting Jesse Palmer that it is a “razor sharp” decision between Peg, 62, and Cindy, 60.
Hoping to lower Peg’s “tough look,” Mel started his first overnight date with a ride in a dune buggy. Stopping for a drink at a lookout point, Peg told Mel about constantly taking on the role of ‘protector’ in her relationships and explained that romance is a ‘slow burn’ for her – but vows to ‘go deep’ when she allows herself to love.
When asked how he thinks their romance is going, Mel simply replied: “Good.” After Mel promptly changed the subject (not a good omen if you ask). Us!), Peg admitted in a confessional that she worries about whether Mel is “emotionally available.”
The pair then enjoyed dinner next to each other – and she tried to ask Mel again what he thought of their relationship. This time, Mel admitted that he “really” likes Peg (“a lot,” he says!) and she says she feels “the same way.” Mel and Peg ultimately decided to take on the fantasy suite and are greeted with rose petals covering the bed and music playing below their balcony.
As the pair started kissing, Peg jokingly kicked the camera crew out. “Okay, everyone can leave, we’re done. I love you, but,” Peg said, laughing, before placing the “Do Not Disturb” sign on the door.
The next morning, Mel said the night “exceeded” his expectations with a “perfect woman” with whom he is “quite compatible.” After the pair’s debrief on their respective divorces, Peg added in a confessional, “I feel like we understand each other better now. … All my concerns were definitely answered last night.”
Season 2 Golden Bachelor Mel Owens has reached its final three. The 66-year-old former NFL player (turned lawyer turned reality TV personality) handed out three roses on the Wednesday, October 15, episode of the ABC series, giving Peg, Debbie and Cindy coveted hometown dates. ‘Your families are of course your greatest protectors and that is true […]
Mel sealed his and Peg’s overnight date with a kiss on the beach and then took on his fantasy suite with Cindy – which included a boat ride and swimming with stingrays (or, as Mel calls them, “monsters of prehistoric proportions”).
“I told him I’m falling in love with him. I have no idea if he feels the same way I do,” Cindy said in a confessional, noting that she hopes to understand Mel’s “plans” for their hypothetical future.
After a short swim with the stingrays, Cindy gave Mel the ‘confidence’ that he extended his hand. She said in a confessional that she hoped for more reassurance in their relationship. Back on land, Mel admitted in a confessional that he was “undecided” between the two women – a sentiment he then repeats to Cindy at dinner.
“I’ve never been in this position before, so I’m still working it out in my head and in my heart. I know time is running out quickly, but that’s the truth. But I love spending time with you, I love being with you,” Mel told Cindy, adding that he “can’t sit here and tell you that we’ll have a happily ever after if there’s anyone else.”
Cindy, meanwhile, said she doesn’t want to “push” Mel, but is curious about what “sticks.” [him] back” (for her, the chemistry is “off the charts!”) In response, Mel noted that he wouldn’t “take the leap of faith” – which Cindy replied is the entire point of the show.
“But I’m smart enough to know that’s not how my life works,” Mel said, as Cindy replied, “So when you agreed to be the Golden Bachelor, you knew it ended in a proposal. Isn’t that a leap of faith for you?”
As they began discussing their past marriages, Mel noted that he was taking his time tying the knot with his first wife and isn’t sure if he’s ready to get married yet. In the wake of Mel’s honesty, Cindy began to wonder if his hesitations were due to her, a “closer” relationship with Peg, or “who he is.”
“So what do we do from here?” Cindy asked, as Mel replied, “If there’s a will, there’s a way.” On a cliffhanger, Cindy concluded, “So that begs the question: Is there a will?”
The golden bachelor season 2 finale airs on ABC Wednesday, November 12 at 9pm ET.
