“It Feels Like I Was Always Meant to Be Here” — Chock Chapple on Becoming Part of Joan’s Family

It looks like The Golden Bachelorette’s Chock Chapple isn’t just winning over Joan Vassos’s heart — he’s also found a place in her family.

In a heartfelt new interview, Chock opened up about his deepening bond with Joan’s adult children, revealing that the love between him and Joan has blossomed into something far bigger than just a romantic connection.

“Her Kids Treat Me Like Family”

“I didn’t expect it, but her kids welcomed me with open arms,” Chock shared. “They treat me like I belong — like I’ve always been a part of their lives. It means everything to me.”

Chock and Joan have been building a quiet, steady life together after their season wrapped, and while love was the foundation, it’s the sense of true family that’s solidified their bond.

More Than Just a Couple — A Household

Chock said the closeness they’ve created is something he never expected to find again. “We laugh together, we cook dinner as a family, we support each other — it feels like home,” he said warmly. “We’re not just two people in love… we’re part of each other’s lives in every way.”

“We’re Each Other’s People Now”

For Chock, being embraced by Joan’s children isn’t just a bonus — it’s a confirmation that what they have is real. “We’re each other’s people now,” he said. “We’ve created a life that feels full. It’s not just me and Joan — it’s all of us. And that’s the kind of love I never thought I’d find at this stage of life.”

As their relationship continues to grow, Chock and Joan are proving that love later in life can be just as deep, just as real, and just as rooted in family as any fairytale romance.