'The Golden Bachelorette' Joan Vassos Played Cupid With One of Her Season’s Contestants & We’re Obsessed

With the first season of The Golden Bachelor behind us, and the first season of The Golden Bachelorette almost at the finale, viewers of the show might be asking themselves if a Golden Bachelor in Paradise season is in the works. After all, so many of the contestants became so loved by the viewers, we’d love to watch them get a second chance at love.

But, before the first-ever season of Golden Bachelor in Paradise is even announced, The Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos is already pulling some strings.

In a new interview with Entertainment Tonight, The Golden Bachelor contestant Leslie Fhima opened up about going on a date with Jordan Heller, one of Vassos’ top four men.

“To be honest with you, I just met him the other day,” Fhima told the outlet. “He invited some people to a soccer game, he had a suite, and we had so much fun, I think he’s amazing and adorable,” she said, agreeing that he’s also “very cute” and “very very handsome.”

“I think we have a lot in common so you never know,” she said.

For Fhima, their connection was a breath of fresh air given their latest on-air dates for reality TV. “I think it’s really nice because it’s organic, you’re meeting somebody not with the cameras on you, and being mic’d and all that stuff,” she said.

In fact, Fhima admitted to having a crush on Heller since seeing him on TV. “I really liked him from the minute I saw him on TV because he kind of feels like home,” she said. “We’re both midwest and I just think we have a lot in common.”

Overall, however, Fhima’s making sure she keeps her expectations in check. “Even if it’s nothing I think he’ll be a good friend,” she said.

Prior to Fhima’s confirmation, she posted a selfie with Heller on her Instagram Story after the game, per Us Weekly. Heller, for his part, reposted on his own Instagram profile.

As a refresher, Fhima made it to the top two in her season with Gerry Turner before he chose the season’s winner, Theresa Nist. Heller, on the other hand, made it to the top four before being dumped shortly after his hometown date. “I loved getting to know you. Time was not our friend, right?” Vassos told Heller while walking him out. “I know,” he said back. “Time was not our friend.”

Looks like their second chance at love has already begun!

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