Mel Owens from The Golden Bachelor chose Peg Munson.
In the season 2 finale aired in November 2025, Mel selected Peg, a 62-year-old retired firefighter from Las Vegas, over Cindy Cullers, a 60-year-old biomedical engineer from Austin.

Key Moments

Mel struggled with his decision after Fantasy Suites, confiding in his son and friend Diane about chemistry challenges with Cindy. He felt stronger "magnetism" toward Peg, leading to his choice at the Final Rose Ceremony in Antigua. Instead of a traditional proposal, Mel offered Peg a commitment ring to build their future together.

Contestants Overview

  • Peg Munson : Praised for her bomb squad background; impressed Mel's family and grew close during deep talks.
  • Cindy Cullers : Shared strong chemistry but wanted faster commitment; Mel needed more time, so she self-eliminated.

After the Show

Mel and Peg appeared happy on the live finale, sharing updates from "happy couple" visits and public affection. As of early 2026, no breakup reports have surfaced, though Bachelor Nation couples often face scrutiny.

"I didn't need 23 women. I just needed one. And I found the one." – Mel on choosing Peg

TL;DR : Mel picked Peg with a commitment ring; they're together post- finale.

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