Philly Man To Compete For Love On 'Golden Bachelorette'

PHILADELPHIA — ABC's hit series "The Golden Bachelor" featured Susan Noles, a Delaware County woman looking for love. Then Joey Graziadei from Collegeville was the titular "Bachelor."

And now, the new series "The Golden Bachelorette" will feature a Philadelphia man vying for the heart of Joan Vassos.

According to ABC, Charles L. is one of the many men set to compete for Vassos's hand in marriage.

Charles is a 66-year-old retired financial analyst from Philadelphia who dreams of going to the moon, loves to fish, and is a die-hard NBA fan.

Charles's profile says he grew up in rural China and came to the United States with just $20.

The father of two "is ready for a second chance at true love and excited to put himself out there."

"Now, he’s ready to risk it all for love and is hoping Joan can match his kind heart, hilarious sense of humor, and sweet soul. Charles L. is hoping to meet someone intelligent and kind, and we know he’s coming to the right place," the website reads.

Vassos, 61, appeared on the first season of "The Golden Bachelor" alongside Noles, but her time was cut short due to a family emergency. Now, she's been tapped to lead the new season.

Charles and the 23 other contestants will make their TV debut at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 on ABC.