Golden Bachelorette fans were ready to stop watching the show altogether when it seemed like Joan Vassos was going to eliminate Kelsey Anderson ’s dad Mark–though their fears were thankfully put to rest. The fears surfaced after an episode that saw fans fuming over Gerry Turner’s return , a shocking group date rose recipient , and a dangerous group date. However, the biggest shock almost came at the end of the night, as Joan handed out the roses to the remaining men who were continuing on to the fourth week of the competition.

Golden Bachelor villain Gerry distracts haters as fans fume over 'awful tan' Golden Bachelorette fans fume as Gi gets group rose despite restraining order As Joan whittled down the number of men, the final rose was left sitting–as Mark, Kim, Gregg, and CK were all sitting and waiting to see who would still get to stay another week. When Mark appeared to be on the chopping block, fans quickly took to social media to express their disgust that he could be gone so soon. Sign up to The Bachelor newsletter HERE for the latest news and updates “Thought we lost Mark there for a sec.

Lol He needs to step up his game a bit and talk to her more. Don’t be shy,” one wrote on X. “The way I thought she was about to send daddy Mark home,” another added.

“I about had a heart attack thinking she was sending Mark home,” a third chimed in. “Mark thank you!! I was on the edge of my seat,” another shared. Don't miss: Golden Bachelorette Pascal bran.