Oscar-nominated actor Bradley Cooper was a big fan of The Golden Bachelor, and he became starstruck when he recently met one of leading man Gerry Turner’s contestants, Susan Noles. Susan, a now 67-year-old wedding officiant from Aston, Pennsylvania, competed for Gerry’s heart on The Golden Bachelor season 1, but their relationship developed into more of a friendship. Gerry eventually married contestant Theresa Nist, with Susan as their wedding officiant, but they’ve since announced that they’re getting a divorce.

In an Instagram post, Susan revealed that she met Bradley, and shared a series of pictures and a video of herself with the beloved actor at his food truck, Danny & Coop’s. She even got a hug from him. In the caption of the post, Susan wrote, “Am I dreaming!? Just running into Bradley Cooper!!” In the comments, Instagram user @jsam808 wrote, “I know he watched the Golden Bach and loved it – I heard him say it in an interview – he was probably star struck too!!!!!” Susan replied, “he was. Loved that moment.”

What Is Susan Noles’ Life Like After The Golden Bachelor?

Susan Has Made A Name For Herself In Bachelor Nation

Since The Golden Bachelor, Susan has become a Bachelor Nation fan favorite. She made two appearances on The Bachelor season 28 starring Joey Graziadei. In one, she served as a judge during a talent competition for Joey’s contestants. In the other, she gave some great advice to Rachel Nance before her Fantasy Suite overnight date about how she had to love herself first before she could love anyone else. Susan also hosts the Bachelor Happy Hour: Golden Hour podcast with her fellow contestant and close friend, Kathy Swarts, in which they discuss love in every season of life.

It’s awesome that Bradley was a Golden Bachelor fan and was starstruck when meeting Susan. He’s probably used to having fans swoon over him, so it’s very sweet that he had the same reaction to Susan. Bradley seemed very happy to meet her with his big smile and warm hug for her. Susan has gained so many fans from her time on The Golden Bachelor because of her charming demeanor. It’s no wonder that Bradley was so excited to meet her.

Since The Golden Bachelor, Susan has made quite a name for herself in the Bachelor franchise. The next step for her should be starring in The Golden Bachelorette. She has a magnetic personality, and is ready to find the next great love of her life. Susan is hilarious and witty, but also kind and caring. She stole every scene she was in, and proved that she could carry an entire season herself. She’s captivating and has the life experience to make good decisions as the star of the show. Susan would make the perfect Golden Bachelorette lead.