Unlike most contestants, Leslie amazed fans when she debuted on The Golden Bachelor. She made her first entrance in black lacy lingerie and gave Gerry a lap dance. The Minnesota-based contestant then pursued Gerry throughout the season and shared numerous memorable moments with him. They bonded through their experiences at various locations and had an adventurous journey together. Unfortunately, Leslie didn’t win The Golden Bachelor - however, she made it to the last two weeks. She was eliminated the night before the final rose ceremony. In the end, Gerry picked New Jersey native Theresa Nist.
Leslie Fhima Harbors Negative Feelings Towards Gerry
Will Leslie Fhima Ever Forgive Gerry?
Leslie has come a long way since appearing on the show. However, she hasn’t fully recovered from her reality TV journey. Leslie still holds a grudge against Gerry for betraying her unexpectedly. Some time ago, the fitness enthusiast appeared on the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast, opening up about her negative feelings for Gerry. She said, “At the end of the day, he didn’t really have the integrity that I thought he had.” Leslie no longer respects Gerry after he blindsided her by choosing Theresa. She also claims it wasn’t her first time being rejected like this.
Leslie Fhima Has Amassed A Huge & Supportive Following On Instagram
Leslie Fhima's A Fan Favorite
The former professional figure skater has nearly 75k followers on Instagram who love her.
Did Leslie Fhima Attend Gerry & Theresa’s Golden Wedding?
Leslie Fhima Was At The Golden Bachelor Wedding
Gerry and Theresa tied the knot on January 4, 2024. Leslie graced them with her presence on their special day. Back in December, Theresa was on the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast and stated that she’d love to invite Leslie to her wedding. She said (via People), “I would invite Leslie,” before adding that her co-star would likely not come. Theresa wasn't right when she assumed that Leslie wouldn’t attend their wedding. Maybe she believed that Leslie didn’t care about building friendships and was only on The Golden Bachelor to find true love.
Leslie Fhima's On Theresa Nist's Side Amid Theresa & Gerry Turner's Divorce
Gerry Turner & Theresa Nist Announced Their Divorce On April 12, 2024
After only three months, Gerry and Theresa threw in the towel. While their "golden wedding" seemed magical, there were cracks under the surface. Unfortunately, Gerry wasn't willing to relocate for his bride. They couldn't decide where to live and arguments about that important issue strained their relationship.
They haven't known each other for very long, so it's not that surprising that "real life" got in the way of their romance. They thought of moving to a new place (South Carolina) together and starting over, but in the end, they couldn't bring themselves to leave their families behind.
As the divorce drama unfolds, Leslie's on "team Theresa." Leslie reacted to Theresa's post-divorce Instagram post, which is seen below. Theresa wrote:
Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.
Leslie jumped into the comments, letting her pal know that she cared about her. Leslie said,
I love you my friend. I'm so happy to call you that. You're beautiful inside and out.
While the cameras roll, it's often easier to sustain relationships. Now that Theresa's accepted the end of her relationship, she can heal, just like Leslie had to when Gerry didn't choose her. Maybe the friendship between these two women is more valuable than their bonds with Gerry. There are different ways to connect while appearing on these series, and a platonic friendship is also worth a lot. Hopefully, Leslie and Theresa will remain friends, as they put their pasts with Gerry behind them.
What Is Leslie Up To In 2025?
She Opened Up About A Family Tragedy
In 2024, a lot of the focus on Leslie was on her rumored relationship with Jordan Heller from The Golden Bachelorette. The couple met after he was eliminated from the show, and the two seemed to hit it off. They are both from the mid-west, and their personality seemed to match perfectly. While it's unclear whether they officially dated, now, in 2025, it seems Leslie and Jordan are either keeping their relationship quiet or are no longer seeing each other. However, Leslie's dating life isn't as important right now as she's focused on other things in her life.
Let’s also remember to check in with our loved ones. A simple, heartfelt conversation can make a world of difference. Sometimes, just being there for someone can be lifesaving.
Leslie has been very open so far in 2025. She clearly wants to be more vulnerable with her fans, which means there could be a spot for her as the next Golden Bachelorette. Leslie has an incredible story to tell, and fans should be able to see this side of her as a future Bachelor franchise lead.
