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Before stepping into the spotlight as ABC’s second Golden Bachelor, retired NFL linebacker-turned-attorney Mel Owens, 66, was married to Fabiana Pimentel Owens, 47, for nearly two decades.
The two tied the knot in May 2002 and built a life together in California, raising two sons — Lucas, 20, and Andre, 18. But Fabiana filed for divorce in February 2020, citing irreconcilable differences, according to court documents obtained by Us Weekly.
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According to court documents, Mel and Fabiana’s divorce was not finalized until December 2024 after a nearly five-year legal battle.
The court ordered Owens to pay nearly $1 million to cover unpaid child and spousal support, property division, and attorney’s fees. Despite his claims of earning just $1,000 per month, Owens retained assets totaling over $2.75 million, including the couple’s Orange County home valued at more than $2 million.
What did Mel Owens' ex-wife Fabiana Pimentel say about his Golden Bachelor casting?
When asked by the Daily Mail about Owens’ reality TV debut, Fabiana kept her response brief but biting:
“Good luck. I mean, it’s going to be bad. But anyway, I don’t want to be involved in this," the ex told the newspaper.
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Beyond her connection to The Golden Bachelor lead, Fabiana has built an impressive career. She currently serves as the Director of Experiences at Preferred Hotels & Resorts in Corona del Mar, California, according to her LinkedIn profile.
From 2007 to 2016, she worked as an Assistant Manager at NBO Law — the firm founded by Owens himself. Between those roles, she co-founded Final Touch Organizing, a holistic home-organization business she launched with fellow Brazilian entrepreneur Karine Schaefer.
In a 2021 interview with Shout Out SoCal, Fabiana explained their approach:
“We take a holistic approach in our business, and that set us apart. I use Feng Shui to harmonize our clients with their surrounding environment. We believe that keeping positive energy and flow while organizing helps our clients alleviate stress.”
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Where is Golden Bachelor Mel Owens' ex-wife Fabiana Pimentel from?
Fabiana hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, something she proudly shared in interviews and on social media. On Facebook and Instagram — though much of her content is now private — she describes herself as a traveler, content creator, Reiki and ThetaHealing practitioner, and devoted mom.
Her Instagram bio highlights her passions: baseball with her boys, global travel, crystals, art, photography, and holistic healing.
The Golden Bachelor season 2 premieres on Wednesday, September 24, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and Hulu.
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