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If your Wednesday nights are anything like us—Bachelor Wine in hand and a comfy spot on the couch—you’re probably pretty invested in the antics of Joan Vassos’ suitors. No judgment here; we’re all in the same boat, right? What started as a fun reality escape has turned into a surprising mix of heart, laughs, and a few jaw-dropping moments. But of all the contenders vying for Vassos’ affection, it’s Guy Gansert, who’s really gotten people talking.
When you’re a fan of someone, you see only the good parts. But when you get closer, the cracks begin to show. It’s a universal truth. No matter how flawless someone appears from afar, time has a funny way of revealing the edges that don’t always fit. And right now, this is the situation for Gansert ofThe Golden Bachelorette. While he’s been the picture of charm, kindness, and wit throughout the season, cracks in his persona are beginning to surface.
And it’s not just whispers about a troubled romantic history—it’s something far more serious: a restraining order scandal.
The Golden Bachelorette’s Guy Gansert: The Doctor With a Heart Full of Surprises
Have you ever had one of those moments when you think you know someone—maybe from the way they carry themselves or the stories they tell? And then something comes along that flips everything you thought you knew on its head? That’s kind of the vibe with Guy Gansert onThe Golden Bachelorette.
From juggling his duties as a father and grandfather to facing public scrutiny over past personal issues, Gansert’s life has been far from a straight path. His resume isn’t just filled with emergency room shifts and medical expertise; it’s packed with decades of life experience. A proud doctor in Reno, Nevada, he has spent years on the front lines of healthcare (seeCosmopolitan).
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Well, he may have spent a chunk of his life in a demanding profession, but now he’s
Excited about the opportunity to meet someone to share the rest of his life with.
And isn’t that what it’s all about? The search for connection, no matter where you are in life.
Guy Gansert’s Marriage to Ex-Wife Didn’t End Like a Fairytale?
While Guy Gansert’s personal life might seem picture-perfect on the outside, it’s not without its bumps. He was married to Heidi Seevers O’Gara for 34 years before they decided to part ways (viaSwoon). The latter, a Republican, has served in the Nevada Senate since 2016 but has opted not to run for re-election in 2024.
Although he was married for over 30 years—a lifetime in itself—life eventually took a different turn. The communication that once bound them together started to fray, and as Gansert puts it (via Cosmopolitan):
We went to some couples counseling and she just said okay I’m done.
Together, they have four children: two sons, Hank and Glenn, and two daughters, Kirsten and Mackenzie. During Gansert’s hometown date onThe Golden Bachelorette, three of his kids had the chance to meet Joan Vassos, with only Kirsten absent as she lives in London.
However, in 2021, a darker chapter in Gansert’s personal life came to light. His ex-wife filed for a temporary protection order against him, only to withdraw it a few weeks later (seeE! News). He has addressed the situation publicly, and although it remains a sensitive topic, it’s clear he’s not shying away from his past.
The Restraining Order Scandal: What Really Happened?
Reality TV can feel like a microscope under which everything, even the smallest details, is magnified. For Guy Gansert, the 66-year-old doctor who’s still standing strong among the suitors onThe Golden Bachelorette, the pressure of being in the public eye has recently intensified. And it’s not just the competition forJoan Vassos’ heart that’s drawing attention—it’s the resurfacing of a personal issue from his past that’s raising eyebrows.
PerThe Sun, a domestic incident that led to a restraining order request from his ex-wife, Heidi Seevers O’Gara, back in 2021, is raising questions about his character just as he’s starting to make a deep connection with Vassos.
The story broke last month when court documents revealed that O’Gar had filed for a temporary protection order against Gansert following their divorce. But the drama didn’t last long—just three weeks later, she withdrew the application, and the judge denied the petition.
While this sequence of events may have been a brief chapter in Gansert’s life, it’s something he feels compelled to address after it came to light in the press. In a heartfeltInstagrampost, he responded directly to the allegations, acknowledging the difficulty of the situation. He wrote:
This was an unfortunate situation that occurred during an incredibly stressful time for me and my former spouse. It was ultimately resolved when she voluntarily dismissed her request for a protective order. Together, we crafted a resolution that was agreeable to both parties.
His words indicate a man who deeply regrets the circumstances surrounding the issue and has taken responsibility for his actions.
Guy Gansert Opens Up About Divorce Struggles
But Guy Gansert has also been clear about his desire to keep the matter private, especially given the impact it could have on his family. In the same Instagram post, he shared, “My ex-wife and I recently asked the court to seal her application for the protective order as we had hoped to maintain privacy for our family,”emphasizing the strain the public disclosure of their personal issues has caused.
His statement also delves into his emotional journey, acknowledging the toll his divorce took on him. Gansert admitted:
My divorce was extremely difficult for me and led me to a very low point in my life. As a result, I acted in a way that does not represent who I am.
It’s a candid reflection, one that underscores the complexity of relationships and the painful realities that come with separation, especially after“34 years” of marriage and raising four children together. As much as Gansert is trying to move forward, the reality of his past remains part of his story.
The past few years have caused me to conduct a deep personal evaluation and I will always continue to work to improve myself.
In October 2021, a handwritten request for a restraining order (obtained byUS Today) detailed serious accusations that painted Gansert in a troubling light. O’Gara claimed that Gansert had been “extremely unstable”, even alleging that he placed an object under her car’s tire while she was at a fitness club with her sister-in-law.
The tension between the ex-couple escalated further when she accused him of threatening her physically, claiming that when she confronted him, he“pointed his finger like a gun”and made a shooting gesture. This incident was described as the“first time”he had made a physical threat, following months of overwhelming text messages from Gansert.
Joan Vassos Weighs In on Guy Gansert’s Past Amid Restraining Order Report
The past doesn’t always stay in the past—especially when it’s tied tocontestants vyingfor love under the watchful eyes of millions. For Joan Vassos, this revelation may be an unexpected hurdle in her search for love. While she’s shared a connection with Guy Gansert, this new information may make her—and the audience—rethink what they thought they knew about him.
Last month, on the episode ofThe Viall Filespodcast, Vassos addressed the situation with an openness. She spoke about how she’s processing the news, explaining thatThe Golden Bachelorettefranchise is“a little bit unique” because the contestants are older, with rich histories full of past experiences and mistakes.
“We’ve lived a lot of life,” Vassos acknowledged, before adding:
It doesn’t completely surprise me that there are things that they’re maybe not proud of later on.
She also made it clear that, despite the unsettling news, her personal experience with Gansert has been nothing but positive. She admitted that she“never saw that side of Guy” and praised his behavior toward her, calling their interactions“pure and lovely”. According to Vassos:
He was so kind to me and he was so open and he was so vulnerable. He cried. He talked about, you know, finally feeling happy for the first time in so many years.
For her, however, the revelation about Gansert’s past caught her off guard.“I would have never in a million years guessed,” she said.
I still believe that he’s a kind and good person. You know, maybe he made a mistake. I don’t know. I don’t know anything about [it] other than what you guys know.
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Vassos’ words highlight the difficulty of reconciling someone’s past with the person you’re getting to know in the present. Though she remains supportive, she’s left in a position where she can’t fully ignore the implications of the story that’s unfolding.
The Golden Bacheloretteproduction, aware of this chapter in Gansert’s past, has since cleared him to continue on the show. A source close to the situation confirmed that during the vetting process, the production team was informed of the restraining order application and its subsequent dismissal. With that in mind, they were satisfied with Gansert’s explanation and cleared him to “continue” as a contestant (via US Today).
WatchThe Golden Bacheloretteevery Wednesday on ABC.
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