In a surprising turn of events, famed "Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner, 72, has officially filed for divorce from his wife of three months, Theresa Nist, 70. The couple's split was confirmed as Turner submitted the necessary legal documents on Friday in his hometown of Petersburg, Indiana.

The divorce petition, obtained by The Post, revealed that Turner listed the couple's date of separation as April 12, citing irretrievable breakdown as the reason for dissolving their marriage. In Indiana, a divorce based on irretrievable breakdown is recognized as a "no-fault" divorce, not contingent on any wrongdoing or marital misconduct by either party.

Interestingly, news of the divorce filing came just hours after Turner and Nist appeared on a joint interview on "Good Morning America," where they publicly announced their decision to part ways after their televised wedding in January. During the interview, Turner expressed that he and Nist had engaged in heartfelt conversations and carefully assessed their living situations before ultimately deciding to end their union.

While acknowledging their split, Turner emphasized his enduring love for Nist, stating unequivocally that there was no doubt in his mind about his feelings for her. The couple remained in physical contact throughout the interview, holding hands as they shared their decision with the world.

Nist disclosed that she and Turner had explored various locations, including South Carolina and New Jersey, to settle down but were unable to solidify their initial plans. Despite their separation, they affirmed their status as "best friends" and expressed their intention to remain in contact. Additionally, both Turner and Nist declared their continued pursuit of love, albeit separately.

Following the news of their divorce, fans of the "Golden Bachelor" show reacted with sadness and empathy. Contestants Susan Noles and Kathy Swarts, who had partaken in the show and were present at Turner and Nist's wedding, expressed their heartbreak in a podcast episode called "Bachelor Happy Hour: Golden Hour." They urged listeners to refrain from passing judgment and to remember that Turner and Nist were their friends. Noles also responded to a curious fan, revealing that family commitments played a role in the couple's decision to part ways.

This unexpected twist marks the end of Turner and Nist's whirlwind romance, wherein Turner proposed to Nist during the show's finale in November, beating out runner-up Leslie Fhima with a heartfelt proposal in Costa Rica. Despite this chapter's closure, both Turner and Nist continue to pursue their individual paths towards finding love once again.

As their divorce unfolds, fans and supporters all hope for the best for this well-known couple, while also acknowledging the complexities of their personal lives and respecting their decisions.