{"id":9463,"date":"2023-09-27T13:54:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T17:54:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/?p=9463"},"modified":"2023-09-27T13:54:25","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T17:54:25","slug":"christina-kempton-golden-bachelor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/christina-kempton-golden-bachelor\/","title":{"rendered":"Christina Kempton: The Golden Bachelor&#8217;s Bright Ray of Sunshine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the enchanting world of reality romance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/category\/the-golden-bachelor\/\"><em>The Golden Bachelor<\/em> Season 1<\/a> is set to ignite sparks and warm hearts, and one contestant who promises to shine brightly is none other than <strong>Christina Kempton<\/strong>. Christina is gearing up to vie for the affections of the show&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/gerry-turner-wife-daughters-granddaughters\/\">charming widower, Gerry Turner<\/a>. But who is Christina Kempton, the retired purchasing manager hailing from Sierra Madre, California? Let&#8217;s dive into her vibrant and intriguing world.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"894\" height=\"774\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton.jpg\" alt=\"Christina Kempton on The Golden Bachelor\" class=\"wp-image-9465 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton.jpg 894w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-300x260.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-768x665.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 894px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 894\/774;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"894\" height=\"774\" src=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton.jpg\" alt=\"Christina Kempton on The Golden Bachelor\" class=\"wp-image-9465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton.jpg 894w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-300x260.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-768x665.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">THE GOLDEN BACHELOR &#8211; ABC\u2019s \u201cThe Golden Bachelor\u201d stars Christina. (ABC\/Ricky Middlesworth)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is Christina Kempton from The Golden Bachelor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Nestle Alum with a Taste for Adventure:<\/strong><br>Before stepping into the thrilling world of reality TV romance, Christina enjoyed a fulfilling career as a retired purchasing manager, with Nestle as her professional playground. Her knack for negotiation and procurement undoubtedly made her a formidable force in the corporate world, but now, she&#8217;s ready to embark on a different kind of adventure\u2014one of the heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>California Dreaming with a Beatles Twist:<\/strong><br>Christina calls Sierra Madre, California, her home, and her life story has been woven with the golden threads of history. As a true testament to her timeless spirit, Christina revealed that her very first concert experience was none other than The Beatles in 1964. Talk about stepping into the world of music with a bang!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Splash of Sunshine:<\/strong><br>One of the most memorable moments of Christina&#8217;s journey on <em>The Golden Bachelor<\/em> was when she graced the screen in a stunning bright yellow gown on the first night of meeting Gerry Turner. Her radiant presence was nothing short of a ray of sunshine, and she was met with a shower of loving compliments when she shared these photos on her Facebook page. Comments like &#8220;absolutely gorgeous&#8221; and &#8220;you look incredible&#8221; poured in, showcasing the warmth and positivity that Christina exudes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor.jpg\" alt=\"Christina Kempton meets Gerry Turner on The Golden Bachelor season 1\" class=\"wp-image-9466 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/600;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor.jpg\" alt=\"Christina Kempton meets Gerry Turner on The Golden Bachelor season 1\" class=\"wp-image-9466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/christina-kempton-gerry-turner-golden-bachelor-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">THE GOLDEN BACHELOR &#8211; \u201c101\u201d (ABC\/Craig Sjodin) CHRISTINA, GERRY TURNER<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need for Speed and a Love for Stick Shift:<\/strong><br>Age is just a number for Christina, who at 73 years old, maintains an adventurous spirit that&#8217;s sure to captivate Gerry Turner and viewers alike. She has a need for speed and prefers the thrill of driving stick shift\u2014a clear reflection of her vibrant and dynamic personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Christina Kempton steps into the world of <em>The Golden Bachelor<\/em>, she brings with her not just a vibrant personality but a lifetime of experiences, a love for adventure, and a heart that&#8217;s ready for a new chapter in the book of romance. Her zest for life and her remarkable journey are sure to make her a captivating contestant to watch. Stay tuned as Christina, along with Gerry Turner and others, embarks on a journey of love, laughter, and new beginnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Golden Bachelor airs on Thursdays at 8pm on ABC.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/anna-pernas-zalk\/\">Who is Anna Pernas Zalk from The Golden Bachelor?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/gerry-turner-wife-daughters-granddaughters\/\">Gerry Turner\u2019s Family: His Daughters, Granddaughters &amp; Late Wife<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/golden-bachelor-women-contestants-season-1\/\">The Golden Bachelor Season 1: All Women (Full List)<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the enchanting world of reality romance, The Golden Bachelor Season 1 is set to ignite sparks and warm hearts, and one contestant who promises to shine brightly is none other than Christina Kempton. Christina is gearing up to vie for the affections of the show&#8217;s charming widower, Gerry Turner. But who is Christina Kempton,&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealitytv.com\/christina-kempton-golden-bachelor\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Christina Kempton: The Golden Bachelor&#8217;s Bright Ray of Sunshine<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"_FSMCFIC_featured_image_caption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_nocaption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_hide":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[606],"tags":[607],"class_list":["post-9463","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-the-golden-bachelor","tag-the-golden-bachelor"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Christina Kempton: The Golden Bachelor&#039;s Bright Ray of Sunshine - The Reality TV<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Christina Kempton is one of the women vying for Gerry Turner&#039;s heart on The Golden Bachelor season 1. 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