The New York Times

Mel Leipzig, Painter Called the ‘Chekhov of Trenton,’ Dies at 90

He put fellow New Jerseyans at the center of his work, and a critic praised the “mysterious emotional tensions” in his pictures of ordinary people. Mel Leipzig’s 2016 self-portrait with his daughter, ...
Us Weekly

Golden Bachelor Mel Owens and Peg Munson’s Relationship Timeline: Reality TV and Beyond

Golden Bachelor Mel Owens found love with former firefighter and bomb tech Peg Munson. During season 2 of The Golden Bachelor — which aired from September to November 2025 — Mel had strong connections ...
AOL

'Golden Bachelor' Mel Owens explains his diamond commitment ring for Peg Munson

LOS ANGELES – Just over 12 hours after revealing their relationship to the world, "Golden Bachelor" Mel Owens and Peg Munson are still running strong, taking goofy selfies with each other in between ...
Us Weekly

Golden Bachelor’s Mel Owens and Peg Munson Reveal Their Holiday Plans Post-Finale (Exclusive)

Mel Owens met his perfect match in Peg Munson on The Golden Bachelor, and promised he’d commit to their relationship during the season 2 finale — even without a proper engagement. “Look, I had a crush ...
Variety

‘The Golden Bachelor’ Stars Mel and Peg on Connecting Privately, Cindy’s Abrupt Exit and Their Future Ahead: ‘We’re Going to Continue to Get to Know One Another’

The second season of “The Golden Bachelor” ended with an unexpected twist for Mel Owens after he chose Peg Munson. Instead of getting down on one knee and proposing, Owens gave Munson a ring and ...
Decider

'The Golden Bachelor's Mel Owens Reacts To Shock Over Him Not Wanting An Engagement: "I Didn't Mislead Anybody. I Wasn't Disingenuous."

Discover What’s Streaming On: In an unexpected twist, The Golden Bachelor Season 2 ended with 66-year-old Mel Owens giving his final rose recipient a commitment ring, not an engagement ring. During ...
Cosmopolitan

Are Mel Owens and Peg Munson Still Together After He Gave Her a Promise Ring on ‘The Golden Bachelor’?

The second season of ABC’s The Golden Bachelor has officially come to a close, which means Mel Owens has locked in on love with a new woman. During the November 12 episode, Mel opted out of the ...
Forbes

Are Mel And Peg Still Together After ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Finale?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music. Mel Owens’ search for love has come to an end. The former NFL ...
Variety

‘The Golden Bachelor’ Finale: Did Mel Find Love With Peg or Cindy?

SPOILER ALERT: The following recap contains spoilers for the finale of “The Golden Bachelor” Season 2. Mel Owens’ journey on “The Golden Bachelor” has been full of drama since before his season even ...
ABC7

Mel Owens finds love with Peg in 'Golden Bachelor' finale

NEW YORK -- It was finally time for the big "Golden Bachelor" finale! Would we finally see some emotion out of Mel? We hoped so! The show began with a look back at Mel and Peg's conversation where she ...
Us Weekly

Mel Owens Picks Peg Munson, Gives Her ‘Commitment’ Ring Without Engagement on ‘Golden Bachelor’ Finale: Recap

Mel Owens handed out his final rose on the finale of The Golden Bachelor. Owens, 66, walked off into the sunset with Peg Munson on the Wednesday, November 12, finale episode of the ABC series. “This ...