The quest for love on The Golden Bachelor is heating up, with Barry 'Bear' Myrden entering the final stages of his journey. As the top five women compete for his heart and the coveted final rose, one contestant has seemingly pulled ahead as the clear frontrunner.
A Telling Snapshot at the Sydney Opera House
Photographs obtained by the Daily Mail from a filming session at the iconic Sydney Opera House have revealed a telling dynamic amongst the finalists. The images show host Samantha Armytage alongside Bear's five remaining ladies: Jan, Janette, Kim, Sunny, and Gera.
While the group appeared all smiles during their stroll by the famous monument, one woman was noticeably set apart. Janette, the 61-year-old Pilates studio owner, was seen trailing behind the others, a move that has been interpreted by viewers as a sign she holds the strongest connection with the 'silver fox'.
For the occasion, Janette opted for a vibrant, floral mini-dress, which she paired with a denim jacket and cowboy boots. Her golden hair was styled in a top knot, accentuating her beaming smile even as she walked separately from the pack.
Chemistry and Omitted Moments
This is not the first indication of a special bond between Bear and Janette. Earlier in the inaugural season, she scored the first one-on-one date with the Golden Bachelor. Their chemistry was further highlighted in a romantic sunset picnic that culminated in a spontaneous swim and a kiss on the beach.
Furthermore, a previously unaired moment from a group date has come to light. Pictures revealed Bear carrying a delighted Janette on his back during a camping trip, heading towards a river for the Golden SUPBall Championship. Although Janette had to sit out the challenge due to an injured knee, footage of Bear assisting her was notably cut from the final broadcast edit, fuelling speculation about their close relationship.
What This Means for the Final Rose
The combination of her isolated position in the group photos and the history of intimate, sometimes unaired, moments with Bear strongly positions Janette as the woman to beat. As the competition narrows, all eyes will be on this pair to see if their evident connection is enough to secure the final rose and a lasting romance.
