This summer on the beaches of Costa Rica, “Bachelor in Paradise” will be doing something different to celebrate the 10th season.
They will be welcoming “Golden” contestants from the first two seasons of ABC’s show as they join the others in a quest to find love. The show will premiere on Monday, July 7 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, and episodes will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
But before the first episode premieres, here’s everything to know about the “Golden” contestants joining Season 10 of “Bachelor in Paradise.”
April Kirkwood
Kirkwood was on Season 1 of The Golden Bachelor, looking to find love with Gerry Turner. She is a 65-year-old therapist from Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Her journey ended in Week 4, when she was sent home alongside Kathy Swarts.
Charles “CK” King
King was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette,” looking to find love with Joan Vassos. King is a 62-year-old Portfolio Manager from Rancho Palos Verdes, California, and went home in Week 3.
Jack Lencioni
Lencioni was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette.” He is a 69-year-old retired chef and restaurant owner, and went home during Week 2.
Kathy Swarts
Swarts was on Season 1 of The Golden Bachelor. She is a 70-year-old Retired educational consultant.
Her journey ended in Week 4, when she was sent home alongside April Kirkwood.
Keith Gordon
Gordon was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette.” He is a 63-year-old girl dad, and went home during Week 5.
Kim Buike
Buike was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette.” He is a 70-year-old Navy vet, and went home during Week 4.
Leslie Fhima
Fhima was on Season 1 of The Golden Bachelor.” She is a 66-year-old fitness instructor and entrepreneur.
Her journey ended in the finale, where Turner ultimately picked and went on to marry Theresa Nist.
Natascha Hardee
Hardee was on Season 1 of The Golden Bachelor. She is a 62-year-old pro-aging coach and midlife speaker.
Her journey ended in Week 2.
Ralph “RJ” Johnson
Johnson was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette.” He is a 66-year-old financial advisor and went home during Week 1.
Gary Levingston
Levingston was on Season 1 of “The Golden Bachelorette.” He is a 66-year-old retired finance executive and went home during Week 4. Levingston was a fan favorite.
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All of the ‘Golden Bachelor’ & ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Contestants on BIP