Janette Confirms ‘Broken Heart’ amid Bear split Rumors

Janette Bendle has given her heart to Barry “Bear” Myrden on The Golden Bachelor Australia, hoping to find lasting love, but her journey has not been without heartbreak. Both emotionally and physically, the 50-year-old Pilates studio owner has faced challenges that shaped her path to the show.

Rumours have recently circulated suggesting that Bear, 61, may have ended his relationship with the show’s winner. The speculation grew after fans noticed he was still describing himself as a “single father of three” on Instagram, even as the series aired. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Bear’s post-show status, Janette quickly became a standout contestant, capturing hearts from the moment she entered the mansion. She made it all the way to the final two alongside Sunny, following Kim’s emotional departure.

Janette’s decision to join the show was deeply personal. A few years ago, she survived a major health scare that changed her outlook on life. At just 50 years old, the fitness professional suffered a heart attack, a moment that came as a complete shock given her active and healthy lifestyle.

“I got a pain in my chest and assumed I’d just pulled a muscle,” she recalled. “Ten hours later the pain spread down my arm and neck, and the chest pain became extreme.” As the situation worsened, Janette faced her own mortality, sending a message to her two sons that read, “I just want to let you know I love you.”

After recovering, Janette admitted she initially felt embarrassed that something like this could happen to her, someone who had built a career around wellness and health. But the experience taught her an important lesson. “I’ve learned that heart disease doesn’t discriminate. It can happen to anyone,” she said. “If sharing my story prompts even one woman to listen to her body and take her symptoms seriously, then this vulnerability has been worth it.”

For Janette, both love and life now come with a renewed sense of purpose. Her courage and openness have made her one of the most inspiring women to ever appear on The Golden Bachelor Australia, reminding viewers that it’s never too late to take risks, follow your heart, and embrace a second chance at happiness.