Gerry Turner and his wife Teresa Nist They currently live in separate states – but despite the distance, the sun isn’t setting on their relationship… in fact, it’s quite the opposite.
Sources close to the ‘Golden Bachelor’ stars told TMZ about the couple – who married in a ‘Golden Anniversary’ special on January 4 – are doing something long-distance, with Gerry relaxing at their lake house in northern Indiana while Theresa is in New Jersey.
We’re told there are a few reasons why they haven’t made the leap to moving in together yet… and a lot of it has to do with the fact that moving is a complete and utter hassle.
For starters… we were told that they each have their own established homes in their respective states, and moving everything to a single block would be time-consuming.
Not only that… but Theresa is still working in NJ and has not yet decided what she will do regarding her job as a compliance officer. Additionally, Gerry and Theresa are very close to their own families, and our sources say that moving away from either of them would be difficult for them.
Another important factor…they’re still thinking about where to plant their love nest, but we’re told they’re looking at Charleston, SC, as a good compromise, especially with Theresa’s son and grandchildren in that area. That said, they are still undecided.
While it may seem like they’re not on the same page here, our sources insist they’re still madly in love and want to make their marriage work.
In fact, we’re told this current long-distance arrangement works for them. They have seen each other several times… and make visits a priority. He’s been to Jersey a few times and Theresa is planning to go to Indiana next month.
At some point, we are told, they will figure it out.
Gerry popped the question to Theresa during the finale of “The Golden Bachelor” last year. It’s been a while since that happened… and even now, they’re technically separated.