Pascal Ibguiis dropping his two cents onCharles “Chock” Chapple.The Golden Bachelorettecontestant, who self-eliminated himself in Episode 7, accused Chapple of smotheringJoan Vassos. Ibgui chose to leave the coveteddating reality TV showafterrealizing that he couldn’t give Vassos what she was seeking.
In an exclusive interview withGlamourmagazine on June 15, 2025, Pascal Ibgui expressed his views on one of the frontrunners onThe Golden BacheloretteSeason 1, Charles “Chock” Chapple. Ibgui revealed that Chapple wasso forward in his approach toward Vassos that it seemed borderline stalker-ish. Ibgui further noted that they were all mature men who’d been through significant life milestones. It’s not an easy feat for them to profess their love, andChapple’s constant proclamation of his love for Vassos was uncomfortable.
He even remarked on Chapple’s comment during the bowling group date, wherehe asked the bachelorette which side of the bed she wanted to sleep on. Pascal Ibgui also stated that Chapple’s comments were inappropriate when he spoke with a sense of superiority,believing he had the upper hand over Joan Vassosin the presence of fellow contestants. The salon owner recollected how fellow contestantsJonathan RoneandJordan Hellertold Chapple totake a chill pill on his aggressive advances. Ibgui even made a snarky comment throwing subtle shade at Chapple in the following words:
“Maybe in Wichita there is no women. I don’t know.”
Pascal Ibgui Thinks ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Franchise Needs a Change-up to Thrive
In the same interview with Glamour, Pascal Ibgui said that he doesn’t thinkThe Golden Bachelorfranchise can thrive unless it addresses one major issue — geographical constraints. The salon owner shared how it’simpractical to expect people with full-fledged lives and established businesses to uproot their livesfor the sake of a relationship born from the show.
Ibgui suggested thatthe show enforce geographical boundaries and bring together suitors living in the same city.He expressed that the franchise needs to modify its usual process to incorporate the needs ofthe elderly age groupthat stars inThe Golden Bachelor. Pascal Ibgui remarked that at his age, he wants to go to bed, go on walks, and do life together with somebody andnot jet off every two weeks while pursuing a long-distance relationship.
Pascal Ibgui also shared thatdistance was one of the biggest challenges he faced with Vassos.Ibgui chose to leaveThe Golden Bachelorettebecausehe felt there was a lack of sparkbetween him and Vassos and believedthey had shared a more friendly dynamic. He also dropped his feelings on why distance further reassured him of his decision in the following words:
“I didn’t want to invest because I want a partner on a daily basis.”
The Golden Bacheloretteairs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. You can stream the episode the following day onHulu.
