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Mark Anderson has officially proposed to Barbara Alyn Woods, the wedding will take place in August 2025
Golden Bachelor’s Mark Anderson Pops the Question to Barbara Alyn Woods—August 2025 Wedding Set to Dazzle!
In a heartwarming twist that has Bachelor Nation buzzing, Mark Anderson, the charming runner-up from The Golden Bachelor Season 1, has officially proposed to actress Barbara Alyn Woods, known for her iconic role as Deb Scott on One Tree Hill! The news broke on this crisp morning of June 2, 2025, at 05:27 AM +07, leaving fans in a frenzy of excitement. With a wedding date already set for August 2025, the couple’s love story is shaping up to be a summer spectacle—but what surprises await this unexpected duo?
Mark, a 58-year-old retired Army veteran from Leesville, Louisiana, stole hearts in 2023 as a contestant on The Golden Bachelor, where he vied for Joan Vassos’ affection before an early exit in Week 3. Meanwhile, Barbara, 63, has long been a TV fan favorite, with roles in One Tree Hill and Chucky. The pair first sparked romance rumors in December 2024 after being spotted together at a charity gala in Los Angeles, where they were seen laughing and dancing the night away. Sources confirm their relationship blossomed quickly, with Mark’s down-to-earth charm complementing Barbara’s vibrant energy. “They’re a perfect match,” an insider revealed. “Mark adores her creativity, and Barbara loves his quiet strength.”
The proposal took place on May 30, 2025, during a sunset hike in Malibu, California. Mark got down on one knee with a stunning 3-carat emerald-cut diamond ring, custom-designed by a jeweler in Barbara’s hometown of Chicago. “I knew she was my forever the moment we met,” Mark told People in an exclusive interview. The wedding is slated for August 15, 2025, at a vineyard in Napa Valley, promising an intimate affair with 150 guests, including Mark’s daughter, Kelsey Anderson, and her fiancé, Joey Graziadei, from The Bachelor Season 28.
Fans on X are already speculating about the big day: “Will it be televised? I need to see this!” one user posted. Will Barbara wear a designer gown? Could there be a One Tree Hill reunion at the ceremony? As the countdown to August begins, Bachelor Nation and One Tree Hill fans alike are eager to witness this golden love story unfold in all its glory.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/
