The Golden Bachelorette: "Runaway Groom!": Chock Was Engaged For Nine Years (Will He Avoid Walking Down The Aisle With Joan?)

Ultimate winner of The Golden Bachelorette, and the leading lady’s heart, Chock Chapple, has encountered a lot of criticism for his romantic past. Joan Vassos was pleasantly surprised with Chock since meeting him on night one. Having made an impression on the private school administrator, Chock was awarded the season’s first one-on-one date. On a magical date to Disneyland, their love story began.

The pair grew closer throughout The Golden Bachelorette season 1. By the final episodes, most were unsurprised to watch Joan choose the insurance executive. Chock proposed during the season’s finale, and the couple have remained happily together ever since. Although Joan seems sure of her choice, some wonder if his nine-year engagement could indicate a lack of commitment.

Is Chock Afraid Of Actually Getting Married?

Will Chock Commit?

Chock and Joan share many commonalities including:

• Humor
• Values
• Perspectives
• Romantic history

By their first date, the pair realized their experiences were similar. Joan tragically lost her ex-husband, John Vassos, to pancreatic cancer. Chock’s fiancé, Katherine Elizabeth White Goree, passed away after a lengthy battle with brain cancer. The pair were engaged for nine years prior. Some have questioned whether this period was caused by Chock. Chock may have been frightened of commitment. He was previously married to his ex-wife Heather Chapple for 12 years before their divorce. It’s possible this divorce discouraged him from entering another marriage.

Chock Might Prefer Endless Engagements

Chock May Want To Avoid The Legally Binding Commitment

The prolonged engagement does not bode well for his and Joan’s future. Critics are worried this engagement will foreshadow his new relationship. If he were truly frightened of the commitment and the subsequent sacrifices, Joan may be dragged along. She has been very vocal about her desire to find her forever partner. If Chock cannot deliver on his promises, he may waste her time and ultimately break her heart.

Will Chock & Joan Really Tie The Knot?

Chock and Joan Are Stronger Than We May Think

Chock and Joan seem to be the perfect match. They have been communicative and adaptive. Based on their social media updates, it appears the couple has been prepared for their future since the engagement. Only a day after the season’s finale, Chock was excitedly sharing the engagement pictures on Instagram. Their posts illustrate that, from engagement parties to hometown visits, they are inseparable. They glow in their updates. One can tell, without a doubt, that the pair are serious about one another.

While Chock’s past raises some red flags, he seems ready for this commitment. They have already been discussing their plans to uproot their lives and move to New York. Marriage requires sacrifice, and this couple has already proved their willingness to accommodate one another’s needs. They will follow through on their promises.

Chock and Joan complement one another’s personalities. By the first date, it became clear that this couple was a match made in heaven. The Golden Bachelorette’s finale confirmed their love for one another. While Chock’s past seems suspicious, he will not miss the opportunity to marry Joan. Chock and Joan are already surpassing expectations for reality TV romance.