The Golden Bachelorette episode 7 recap: What happened on the overnight date?

The Golden Bachelorette (image via ABC)
The Golden Bachelorette (image via ABC)

In a dramatic turn of events, episode 7 of The Golden Bachelorette, also known as 'The Finale, Part 1,' saw Joan spend time with the three remaining suitors in Tahiti for Fantasy Suite Week.

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The episode, released on Wednesday, October 30 on ABC, marked a pivotal moment in the season as Joan Vassos, 61, edged closer to the conclusion of her journey, narrowing down her final choices from the three remaining suitors, each of whom hope to win her heart.

In a departure from the show’s typical overnight date format, Joan ultimately chose not to engage in any physical intimacy. She expressed her decision openly, saying:

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“I’m not going to do that with three different people.”

While she spent private time with each man in the Fantasy Suites, she kept the focus on emotional connection.


The Golden Bachelorette: Joan’s emotional rollercoaster on Fantasy Suite Week

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Throughout The Golden Bachelorette, Joan has been open about her grief and devotion to her late husband, John, who passed away in 2021.

This week, as she faced her first opportunity for one-on-one private time with each suitor, her emotions visibly took their toll.

During a heart-to-heart with her friend Nancy, a previous contestant from The Golden Bachelor, Joan confided her feelings about the remaining men.

Her complex emotions surrounding the Fantasy Suite week added layers to her relationships, raising questions about her choices and, perhaps, about her readiness for a commitment.

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Guy’s romantic Fantasy Suite date

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The first overnight date was with Guy, a 66-year-old retired physician who had formed a steady connection with Joan.

Their date was marked by a memorable snorkeling trip in Tahiti’s stunning waters, during which Joan looked relaxed and confident. She told Guy that their time together “was one of the best days she could think of.”

At dinner, however, Joan added that her approach to the Fantasy Suites would be more conservative than is typical of the show. Joan shared with Guy that she wasn’t yet ready for physical intimacy, emphasizing her desire to take things slowly.

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The declaration, a departure from the usual Golden Bachelorette format, resonated with Guy, who expressed his full support, showing that he understood and respected Joan’s need to move at her own pace. “I’m feeling mesmerized,” he said, embracing Joan’s decision as they spent the night together.


Chock and Joan’s Island Adventure

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Chock, the 60-year-old insurance executive from Wichita, Kansas, brought a lively spirit to his time with Joan. On an ATV ride through the island, Joan enjoyed his adventurous side, feeling “safe and sexy” with him as they sped through Tahiti’s scenic routes.

“This could be our life,” Joan remarked, envisioning a future of shared adventure with Chock. The date continued with a quiet picnic and led to an overnight stay, where Chock displayed confidence in their relationship by toasting “to our future.”

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His easygoing nature and insistence that he’d felt they were “the right couple from day one” added optimism to their evening. Despite the romantic and intimate setting, Chock’s time with Joan remained more fun than emotional.


Pascal’s emotional struggle and departure

Pascal - The Golden Bachelorette (image via ABC)
Pascal - The Golden Bachelorette (image via ABC)

Pascal, a 69-year-old French-born salon owner, had been reserved in his emotions throughout The Golden Bachelorette, a demeanor that ultimately led to a breakdown in his connection with Joan.

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His date with Joan on The Golden Bachelorette started on a unique note, featuring a Tahitian bonding ceremony where they symbolically connected with each other and the land through traditional rituals.

However, Pascal later expressed his discomfort with the ceremony, admitting that the ceremony freaked him out. Later, in an emotional discussion, he revealed that a painful past breakup left him guarded.

“I’m not in love,” he confessed, adding, “I care about you as a friend.” For Joan, the rejection was a devastating blow; after investing so much of herself into The Golden Bachelorette, Pascal’s inability to reciprocate her feelings made her question whether the journey was worth it. “My hope is down to nothing,” she said tearfully, after watching Pascal leave.

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Joan’s dilemma as the finale approaches

The Golden Bachelorette concluded its Fantasy Suite episode with Joan grappling with Pascal's exit and the weight of her remaining decisions with Guy and Chock.

Although she seemed moved by her dates with each man, her encounter with Pascal underscored her reluctance to fully trust again. “I had 24 people here in the beginning,” she said, her voice cracking with emotion, “and I might leave with nobody.”

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The next episode of The Golden Bachelorette will air on November 6, 2024.

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Edited by Yesha Srivastava
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