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One teaser video features a Vassos family dinner, and fans meet the Golden Bachelorette's mother, daughter and son.

In another video teasing the show, Joan declares she is \"not scared anymore,\" adding, \"I'm ready for the journey to begin.\"

What will Joan be looking for?

Joan has offered a small glimpse into her mindset when it comes to judging the men of the season 1 cast.

@gma #GoldenBachelorette Joan Vassos is glowing! She says she “loved” her whole experience on the show and hints she is “very happy” 💛 #joanvassos #thegoldenbachelorette #bachelornation ♬ original sound - Good Morning America

Joan's search for love comes after her late husband of 32 years died in 2021. In a promo video for the upcoming show, Joan shared a bit about the qualities she values in a romantic relationship.

\"I'm very picky about a man being a gentleman,\" she said. \"Somebody with a big heart, somebody who is generous and also somebody who's humble.\"

In a 2023 video shot while Joan was on \"The Golden Bachelor,\" she shared that confidence is key when it comes to earning her attention.

\"I like a man with self confidence,\" she said at the time. \"Like he's been through life and earned a swagger. Like he's saying, 'I got this.'\"

What will the 24 competing men be looking for?

Several of this season's \"Golden Bachelorette\" contestants opened up to \"Good Morning America\" about a few of the qualities they're looking for in a potential partner.

\"I want someone that I can say anything to. I want to be able to be vulnerable and wear my heart on my sleeve,\" said Bill, a retired videographer from Portland, Oregon.

Charles L., a retired financial analyst from Philadelphia, shared that he was looking for a woman with smarts.

\"The No. 1 trait I look for in a partner is intelligence, because we can grow and learn together and challenge each other everyday,\" the 66-year-old said.

Video: Men of ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ share what they look for in a partner

Gil, an educator from Mission Viejo, California, shares Joan's opinion on confidence.

\"Confidence is very attractive,\" he said. \"A confident woman, now that's hot.\"

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