Star and frontrunner of The Golden Bachelorette, Chock Chapple, has attracted criticism and praise for his eager pursuit of the leading lady, Joan Vassos. The 60-year-old businessman caught Joan’s attention when the pair were introduced. Having quickly recognized their chemistry, Joan invited Chock on the season's first one-on-one date. Her intuition was accurate, and the pair connected immediately.
Aside from their similar perspectives and complementary personalities, Chock and Joan shared a major commonality: the loss of a partner to cancer. The two commiserated with one another as they recounted the grief that followed and the guilt when resuming their search for love. Since their first date, Chock has remained a strong contender in the competition.
As The Golden Bachelorette season 1 approaches its finale, fans wonder if Joan will ultimately choose Chock or Guy Gansert as her one and only. While Chock appears to be a great match for the private school administrator, his romantic past and recent behavior have indicated a possibly manipulative nature. Chock may not be as perfect as he seems on the surface.
Chock Never Married His Late Fiancée
The Pair Were Engaged For A Long Time
Chock and Joan discussed their romantic pasts, finding comfort in the knowledge that they are both still recovering from the tragic loss of partners. While the grieving process has been lengthy, they claim to feel prepared for dating once again. The pair have been vocal about the guilt following dating after an extensive commitment to another individual.
Joan shared that she and her ex-husband, John Vassos, had been married for 32 years. This painful loss left her and her four children reeling. She had a difficult time pursuing another partner for a long time as she focused on her family.
While he undeniably cared for his late fiancée, the 9-year prolonged marriage raises some questions about the insurance executive.
Chock lost his fiancée, Katherine Elizabeth White Goree, in 2022, after a lengthy battle with brain cancer. Chock similarly opted not to date for a while after this loss. He and Katherine had been engaged for 9 years before her passing. While he undeniably cared for his late fiancée, the 9-year prolonged marriage raises some questions about the insurance executive.
Some have wondered if Chock was unprepared for the commitment of marriage. While marriages can be postponed for several reasons, nine years is an alarmingly long time. The financial obligation doesn’t seem to be a concern, with Chock’s Instagram showing off his comfortable lifestyle. It may be plausible that Chock either was not ready to make the relationship legally binding or did not want to commit.
Chock Is A Controlling Man
Chock Boxed Out The Other Men
Chock attracted backlash for his behavior during the group bowling date. Several contestants had complained about the star hovering over Joan or even stealing her away from separate conversations. His unsavory relationships with the other contenders are evident in an interview with Pascal Igbui and Glamour magazine.
Pascal reiterated the group's grievances, stating that his actions and suggestive interjections made the men uncomfortable. The Frenchman told the media outlet that, “Chock was all over her to the point where he was [like a] stalker.” Pascal indicated that his overly possessive nature, and early proclamation of love, seemed disingenuous. The self-eliminated contestant seemed to have resentment towards Chock.
If he were truly confident in his and Joan’s connection, he would not have boxed out the other men on what should have been a collaborative date.
Chock’s behavior reflects badly on his character. If he were truly confident in his and Joan’s connection, he would not have boxed out the other men on what should have been a collaborative date. His bad blood with other contestants may also leave viewers questioning his ability to form meaningful connections with those around him.
Chock Comes On Too Strong
Chock Was Overly Obsessed
As Pascal previously mentioned, Chock came on very strong. On several occasions, he asked the leading lady to leave with him during the group date. The bachelor crossed a major boundary when asking Joan what side of the bed she slept on. This comment shocked the other contestants, with some fans feeling like Chock was “love bombing” Joan.
According to WebMD , “love bombing” is an intense display of affection and attention used to manipulate or control someone, often seen in abusive relationships.
Joan likes Chock, as he remains in contention with one final episode remaining. However, she may want to reflect on his behavior and overly aggressive pursuits. Chock’s desire for control and excessive sweet talk may hint at manipulative habits.
Chock has wooed Joan throughout The Golden Bachelorette. Their chemistry is tangible, and the pair have shared countless sweet moments. However, his pursuits were sometimes at the expense of others. Chock has tried to control the environment and limit Joan’s interaction with other suitors. She may want to consider the legitimacy of his intentions before committing to Chock.
