For most Bachelor Nation journeys, the drama unfolds on air. But Mel Owens’ Golden Bachelor journey was steeped in controversy well before filming began.

The divorced father of two didn’t make a rosy impression on viewers, as he said in a pre-season podcast that he planned to “cut” contestants aged 60 and above — despite being 66 himself. He also asked the show to “try to stay away from the artificial hips and the wigs,” he shared on MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen in June.

Despite rumors that claimed Mel would be replaced, he did indeed proceed as the show’s Season 2 lead. However, the backlash prompted an unusual change to his production schedule. Here’s everything to know about The Golden Bachelor Season 2’s filming timeline and locations.

A Thorny Start

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