“THE BETRAYAL THAT BROKE HER”: Debbie OPENS UP After Golden Bachelor Rejection, Revealing How Mel Owens’ Decision ‘Crushed Her Spirit’ Before She Found Hope Again
Opening up.
Bachelor Nation got to know Debbie as she looked for love with Mel Owens on Season 2 of “The Golden Bachelor.”
Debbie was chosen as one of Mel’s final three women but was sent home this week after her Hometown visit.
Now, she’s reflecting on her “Golden Bachelor” journey and sharing how she’s feeling after being sent home.
In a new video online titled “Feeling hopeful ♥️,” she shared, “Okay, so it’s the day after the big Hometown date… and I definitely got teary-eyed again. It was very bittersweet, but I was surrounded by so much love and so much support.”
Debbie continued, “It’s tough to watch. You know, there’s definitely some cringy moments in there for me. But honestly, I wouldn’t trade in the experience for anything because that’s what life’s all about. Taking chances, putting yourself out there, and I thought, why not? I’m ready to find my person and I’m so happy I had that experience with my family. I will treasure that for the rest of my life. I mean, who has that? …These are exciting times; we’ll see what happens!”
The Golden Bachelor Nation star opened up more in her caption about how she’s feeling since going home, as well as an encouragement to take chances.
She said, “Although it didn’t end the way I had hoped, I am still so grateful that I took this journey. It has opened up my heart and life in so many incredible ways. I would encourage you if you are feeling stuck in your life or struggling with loneliness, that you put yourself out there and take some chances. Get out of your comfort zone and never give up on finding love!”
Debbie ended her post with a note of gratitude for the other women in the house.
She wrote, “Plus, I now have over a dozen of new best friends. How incredible is that at 65 years old!? I hope you enjoyed the episode and I’d love to hear your thoughts. Tune in next week for the women tell episode! ❤️”
We always love hearing from Debbie and we’re so glad she had such a great experience. And yes, make sure to tune in to “The Women Tell All” next week!
General Hospital’s Rena Sofer Exits as Lois — But the Door Isn’t Closed
Rena Sofer’s emotional farewell as Lois Cerullo left fans reaching for tissues — but GH confirms the fan favorite could still come home again.
Rena Sofer’s latest run as Lois Cerullo came to an emotional end during the October 24 episode of General Hospital. Lois shared a heartfelt farewell with her daughter Brook Lynn before leaving Port Charles once again. The exit marks the conclusion of Sofer’s 2023 return to the long-running ABC soap — though producers confirm this may not be goodbye forever, Soap Opera Digest reported.
Key Takeaways
- Rena Sofer officially wrapped her latest run as Lois Cerullo.
- Her final scenes featured an emotional goodbye with Brook Lynn.
- GH producers say the door remains open for her return.
- Sofer’s run was extended due to strong fan support and reception.
Sofer’s Impact on GH
Sofer first joined General Hospital in 1993 as the vibrant and outspoken Lois Cerullo, a fan favorite who quickly became one half of a daytime super couple alongside Ned Ashton (Wally Kurth). Their chemistry and charm made them one of the defining pairs of the ’90s soap era. Sofer’s portrayal earned her a Daytime Emmy Award in 1995, solidifying her place in GH history.
After leaving in 1996 to start a family with Kurth, Sofer transitioned into primetime television with appearances on Friends, Seinfeld, Just Shoot Me, and 24. She later returned to daytime as Quinn Fuller on The Bold and the Beautiful, where she spent nearly a decade until 2022.
A Return That Fans Welcomed
When Lois returned in 2023, it was a full-circle moment for GH viewers who had long hoped to see her again. Sofer’s comeback was originally slated as a limited run but was extended due to the overwhelmingly positive response. Her storyline placed Lois at the heart of one of the show’s most emotional plots — Brook Lynn’s (Amanda Setton) discovery that Lois had kept secrets about her teenage pregnancy and the son she’d given up.
A Goodbye with a Promise
In her final scenes, Lois revealed she was leaving for Seoul, South Korea, to serve as a tour manager for Blaze (Jacqueline Grace Lopez). Through tears, she assured Brook Lynn, “The second you need me, I will drop everything and come running.” It was a fitting exit for the loyal, big-hearted Lois — and one that left the door wide open for a future return.
Sofer and her husband, director Sanford Bookstaver, recently moved to upstate New York, making regular filming in Los Angeles more challenging. Still, a GH insider confirmed that “the door is always open” for the Emmy-winning actress to reprise the role.
