The Golden Bachelor’s Theresa Nist Spotted With New Ring After Divorce & Gerry Turner’s Shocking Diagnosis

The Golden Bachelor winner Theresa Nist posted a new video on Instagram that prompted some fans to question why she had a new ring on her hand. Theresa was one of 22 women vying for Gerry Turner’s heart during The Golden Bachelor season 1. In the end, Gerry proposed to Theresa, and the two got married weeks after the finale aired. Unfortunately, their marriage only lasted three months, and they’ve been dealing with the fallout ever since. Gerry recently announced he had been diagnosed with cancer, which was one of many things that led to him divorcing Theresa.

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‘s Theresa Nist was asked about a new ring she wore in her latest Instagram video.

Theresa took to Instagram to show off one of her favorite salmon recipes. She included a video demonstrating how to cook the meal and included the recipe in the caption. Amid several people in the comments saying how delicious the meal looked and questioning whether she should have rinsed the salmon beforehand, some fans noticed she was sporting a new ring. When one of them asked her about it, Theresa responded, “The green one? Yes, it’s my birthstone!” After @sunrisecottage22 commented on the “nice rings,” Theresa replied with a double-heart emoji to express her appreciation for the compliments.

What Speculation About Theresa Nist’s Ring Means After Divorce

Theresa Knows How Fast Rumors Can Spread Online

Ever since Theresa and Gerry went on TV back in April 2024 to jointly announce their divorce, there’s been so much speculation over the past several months about what actually led to the demise of their relationship. At the time, the Golden Bachelor exes claimed that their disagreement about where to live together was the reason for the split. In a recent interview, Theresa said that the location issue was one impediment but not the main problem; she refused to divulge any more info.

By now, Theresa knows how easy it is for rumors to spread online about her life and relationships. So when she saw fans speculating over her new ring, she spoke up and revealed that the ring was her birthstone. It’s possible those fans thought that the ring represented a brand-new relationship after parting ways with Gerry. By replying to them, Theresa nipped any sort of speculation in the bud about the state of her dating life.

Our Take On Theresa Nist Refuting Speculation Over New Ring

Theresa Will Open Up About Dating Life When She’s Ready

That was a smart move on Theresa’s part to immediately put a stop to questions about her new ring before any more dramatic rumors started surfacing about a possible post-divorce boyfriend or fiancé. If she were trying to hide a relationship, it’s very unlikely she would have worn a ring that spoiled the news. If she’s currently dating, or if she wants to in the future, she’ll open up to fans when it feels like the right time to do so. For now, though, The Golden Bachelor star should be left alone to continue living her life in the way that best suits her.

Sources: Theresa Nist/Instagram, @sunrisecottage22/Instagram