'The Golden Bachelor' alum Gerry Turner reacts to criticism he got engaged too soon after Theresa Nist divorce
The Golden Bachelor alum Gerry Turner and his new fiancee Lana Sutton have responded to criticism their engagement was too soon after divorce.
Gerry met Lana, a retired Indiana teacher, after divorcing his The Golden Bachelor
Gerry said he began dating Lana in March and then their relationship moved quickly. He announced their engagement in on October 3.
"I don't want to sound disrespectful at all, but I don't think of myself as being divorced," Gerry told Kathy Swarts and Susan Noles during the Tuesday, October 28 episode of the "Bachelor Happy Hour: Golden Hour" podcast.
"What marriage?!" Susan quipped, referring to how Gerry and Theresa were only married for three short months before announcing their split.
"It was such a short time," Gerry continued, "and it was in an artificial environment."
Gerry, however, said he occasionally "has to stop" and remind himself that he did, in fact, have a marriage that didn't work out.
(Before getting engaged to Theresa on The Golden Bachelor's
"I have to say, 'Yeah, you know what? I am divorced.' It's not like I'm that guy that was married for 43 years and then did nothing. I am divorced," Gerry acknowledged.
"But the comment of it being 'too soon' has never come to me. That question has not been asked."
Gerry added, "There are some things that are timeless, and you know, I think one of them is when you meet the right person, you don't even think about where it fits on the timeline."
Gerry therefore believes that "when it's right, it's right."
Lana, for her part, was divorced for a little over a year before she sent Gerry a DM on Facebook and jumpstarted their relationship.
"My oldest daughter lives closest to me, so she has seen it from the get-go, and my son-in-law Noah, as well," Lana shared.
"And so when we started talking, they were like, 'Mom, how serious is it? Are you serious with him?' And I'm like, 'Yeah, it's serious, guys. We've pretty much fallen in love.' And she goes, 'I knew it! I could just see it.'"
Lana said her daughter knew right from the start that she and Gerry were a good match.
According to Lana, her daughter and Noah said, "When you meet somebody and you have those feelings, you just know."
Lana added, "And so for them, they were like, 'It's not too soon. It's not too fast because you just can tell when you've met the right person.'"
Lana also said joining Bachelor Nation has been "great" and "a lot of fun."
In terms of their wedding, Lana and Gerry are apparently in no rush to tie the knot.
"We haven't really talked wedding plans yet. I think we're just sort of basking in our engagement and working out some details as far as [selling] his [Indiana lake] house, and so we'll think about it," Lana explained.
But she assured Kathy and Susan that the planning "will come" and both women will be invited to the wedding.
Kathy and Susan both competed for Gerry's heart on Season 1 of
The ladies attended Gerry and Theresa's wedding when it aired live January 4, 2024 on ABC.
Gerry wrote about the demise of his relationship with Theresa in his new book
Gerry claimed he felt "trapped" in his relationship with Theresa, whom he alleged went on
Theresa recalled being nothing but supportive when she found out Gerry was in love again, especially since he's living with an incurable cancer.
Theresa, however, was apparently hurt and offended by the claims in Gerry's new memoir.
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Former Bears Fullback Still Working at Soldier Field at Age 72
Chicago, IL
Now 72 years old, he works as part of the stadium’s grounds crew, tending the grass and keeping the turf pristine before every home game. The roar of the crowd may sound different now, but to him, it still feels like home.
That man is Roland Harper, who played for the Chicago Bears from 1975 to 1982, carving out a career built on toughness, teamwork, and selflessness. For eight seasons, Harper served as a reliable fullback and running mate to legends like
Walter Payton, paving the way for one of the greatest rushing attacks in Bears history.
Harper’s game was never about headlines. He wasn’t the one scoring touchdowns or commanding the spotlight. But every fan who watched the Bears’ offense in the late 1970s knew his role — the quiet bruiser who opened lanes, absorbed hits, and made the team better.
He appeared in 90 games over eight seasons, rushing for 1,829 yards and 15 touchdowns, while catching 128 passes out of the backfield. His consistency and grit made him a coach’s dream and a teammate’s favorite.
After retiring from football, Harper stayed close to Chicago, working a series of local jobs before deciding to return to Soldier Field in a very different way — as part of the team responsible for maintaining its legendary turf.
Each morning, he can be seen pushing equipment along the sidelines, making sure every inch of grass is ready for the next generation of Bears. He doesn’t talk much about the past — but his presence says everything.
When asked why he still does it, he just smiles and says it’s about giving back — to the field, the fans, and the city that gave him everything.
TIME UPDATE: Packers vs. Cardinals – NFL Adjusts Schedule Ahead of Sunday Showdown
Glendale, AZ – October 15, 2025
The NFL has announced a schedule adjustment for this weekend’s matchup between the Green Bay Packers (3–1–1) and Arizona Cardinals (2–4) at State Farm Stadium
, following the Charlie Kirk Memorial Event taking place at the same venue earlier that day.
League officials confirmed that while additional security and traffic measures will be in effect to manage both events,
kickoff remains unchanged for one of the NFC’s most intriguing Week 7 games.
🕔 Kickoff Time for Packers vs. Cardinals
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Date: Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025
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Venue: State Farm Stadium — Glendale, Arizona
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Kickoff: 4:25 p.m. ET (unchanged)
📺 How to Watch
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TV: FOX
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Streaming (in-market viewers): Fubo (Stream now)
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Tickets: Available on StubHub
💰 Green Bay vs. Arizona Odds (via BetMGM Sportsbook)
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Spread: Green Bay -6.5 (-110), Arizona +6.5 (-110)
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Moneyline: Green Bay -325 | Arizona +260
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Total: 44.5
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Over/Under Odds: -110 each
The Packers enter Week 7 looking to build on their strong start to the season. Behind
Jordan Love’s improving consistency and a top-10 defense, Green Bay has become one of the NFC’s early success stories — averaging 26.2 points per game and showing strong balance on both sides of the ball.
The Cardinals, meanwhile, are trying to snap a four-game losing streak and reignite their offense under pressure. Despite flashes of promise from Kyler Murray, inconsistency has plagued Arizona’s attack, and this matchup presents a chance to rebound at home in front of a fiery Glendale crowd.
🩺 Injury Reports
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Packers: No injuries listed.
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Cardinals: No injuries listed.
📊 Stats to Know
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Green Bay’s offense has averaged 26.2 PPG, 5.0 more than the 21.2 points Arizona allows.
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The Packers’ offense gains 359.6 yards per game, compared to the Cardinals’ defense giving up 348.0 yards.
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The Packers have held opponents to 20.4 points per game, nearly identical to the
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Green Bay’s defense ranks among the league’s best, allowing just 280.2 yards per game — 26.8 fewer than Arizona’s average output.
With both teams healthy and the crowd at
State Farm Stadium expected to be electric, Sunday’s matchup offers high stakes and high energy. The Packers aim to solidify their place among NFC contenders, while the Cardinals look to save their season — and their pride — in front of their home fans.
Under the desert lights of Glendale, this Packers vs. Cardinals clash will be a defining moment for both teams as they fight to keep their playoff hopes alive.
