The honeymoon phase is clearly far from over for Golden Bachelor stars Barry 'Bear' Myrden and Sunny Long, who were spotted looking utterly besotted during a romantic evening out in Sydney this week.
A Night of Public Displays of Affection
The newly-minted couple, whose relationship was sealed during the finale of the Nine reality show, did not hold back their affection for one another. Strolling hand-in-hand through the city, both Bear, 61, and Sunny, 58, beamed with joy, their connection as palpable as it was on screen.
Their loved-up stroll was punctuated by a passionate kiss, a moment they shared freely before continuing on to what promised to be a deeply romantic dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Style and Substance: The Couple's Chic Looks
Sunny cut an elegant figure for the occasion, stepping out in a sleeveless emerald green dress that showcased her toned legs. She rugged up against the cool November evening with a beige coat and a faux fur stole, finishing her look with strappy heels and a small, playful tiara.
It appears Bear was in a generous mood, as Sunny was seen clutching a small gold-coloured box, potentially containing a piece of jewellery. Bear himself looked dapper in a dark blue sports coat layered over a burgundy polo shirt, paired with beige chinos and classic black loafers.
For a brief moment, Bear paused the romance to take a phone call, with Sunny waiting patiently and smiling adoringly at her beau, a small, everyday moment that highlighted the comfort they share.
The Secret Romance Revealed
This public display comes after the couple recently lifted the lid on the extraordinary secret romance they were forced to hide for seven months while Australia watched the show unfold, unaware that Bear had already made his choice.
In an interview, Bear admitted he feared Sunny would forget him during the long separation imposed by producers. 'When the cameras stopped rolling, I just said, 'Do not forget about me',' the Northern Beaches-based infrastructure engineer revealed.
The secrecy was so intense that Bear had to save Sunny's number in his phone under a fake name to avoid detection. 'I can actually put her name in my phone now,' he laughed, relieved the charade was over.
Sunny confessed the months apart were 'really hard,' but credited Bear's consistent communication. 'He texted me and called me nearly every day. He is a really romantic guy,' she shared, adding that the intense environment of the show left her with no emotional guards up.
Reflecting on their immediate connection, Bear said he knew his feelings were genuine from the start. 'We both said, 'I love you', so many times it is hard to know who said it first,' he recalled with a laugh.
The couple watched the finale for the first time with the rest of Australia, with Bear hosting a screening for 80 neighbours and friends. He believes the show 'portrayed us both in the truest form,' while Sunny felt privileged to be welcomed into his tight-knit community. It seems for this Golden Bachelor couple, the fairy tale is just beginning.
