In her latest Instagram update, The Golden Bachelor's Theresa Nist appeared happy alongside her family now that she's no longer married to Gerry Turner. Theresa and Gerry got married in a live televised event back in January after meeting and falling in love during The Golden Bachelor season 1. Their marital bliss didn't last, though, as Theresa and Gerry announced their divorce a mere three months later. Ever since, Gerry has been failing to salvage his ruined reputation. Meanwhile, Theresa is living her best life with her family and friends without Gerry in it.
After The Golden Bachelor 's Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist couldn't decide where to live together, the latter seems to be really happy that she didn't have to move away from her family.
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Theresa shared a heartwarming message about her daughter Jenn Woolston to celebrate National Daughters Day on September 25. The Golden Bachelor winner shared a photo of herself and Jenn smiling for the camera while embracing each other. In the caption, Theresa told a story from when her daughter was 18, and they sang "at the top of our lungs" while taking a drive. At one point, she looked over and saw Jenn through a brand-new lense: that of "best friend" instead of just her daughter.
Theresa acknowledged that Jenn is not just her daughter but also her best friend; she "always" has been. Jenn's mother then wished her child a "Happy Daughters Day," calling her a "one in a million daughter." Theresa ended her message by adding a pink heart emoji.
Jenny was around 18 years old when we were driving down the highway with the roof open singing at the top of our lungs. I glanced over...at her for one split second [and] forgot she was my daughter. I just thought she was my best friend and always have. Happy Daughters Day to my best friend, my one in a million daughter, Jenny.
What Theresa Nist’s Family Update Means For Her Post-Divorce Life
Theresa's Life Wouldn't Been Very Different If She Had Moved Away With Gerry
When Theresa and Gerry announced their divorce in April 2024, the reason they gave for their separation was that they couldn't decide which state to live in as they began their married life together. Gerry lives in Indiana, while Theresa lives in New Jersey. Now that they are no longer together, the Golden Bachelor stars are able to remain in their respective states and stay close to their families.
Theresa's family obviously means a lot to her, and it would have been a huge upheaval in her life if she ended up moving away to a different state just because she got married. Ever since the divorce, the Golden Bachelor winner hasn't hesitated to show off her family and friends on social media, as she stays content with her happy life in New Jersey. While social media doesn't always tell the entire story of what's going on in people's lives, Theresa's Instagram updates are almost always positive and upbeat.
Our Take On Theresa Nist Bragging About Happy Life Without Gerry
Theresa's Family Is Also Very Happy She's Still In New Jersey
Whether she intended it or not, Theresa bragging about her post-divorce life proves she's extremely happy without Gerry. The biggest issue that would've come up if she had moved away was not being near her family. Now she doesn't have to worry about that. The photos speak volumes regarding how she feels about her life now. Theresa's happiness is what matters more than anything, so her family is also likely very happy with the ultimate outcome after The Golden Bachelor, even if it took the sting of divorce to make it happen.