Owens, a 66-year-old former NFL player, told producers he is looking for women 45 to 60 years old and to "try to stay away from the artificial hips and the wigs, that kind of stuff."

Owens, who was announced as the next “Golden Bachelor” in April, noted that a producer for the show assured him that the women on his upcoming season are “going to be hot” regardless of their ages. He also recalled the producer telling him not to “use the word ‘cut’” to refer to eliminating contestants.

Golden Bachelor Mel Owens revealed his ideal dating age range as he looks for love on the ABC dating series. The retired NFL player also shared that he hopes to find a partner who likes to “work out,