October 11, 2023 • bachelor insider
20 Questions with Marina: Find Out What Taboo Topic She Loves Talking About and Her Guilty Pleasure!
Learn more about this Bachelor Nation star!
Fans got to know Marina on Gerry’s season of “The Golden Bachelor,” and now she’s opening up exclusively to BachelorNation.com, answering 20 rapid-fire questions.
Get to know Marina a little better below!
1. A taboo topic I love talking about is: As I get older, I find different challenges, one of which — “ageism” — is very true to my heart. Ageism is painfully real, especially for women, it can be harder to secure a job, find a man, or get a loan after 60. Thus, 22 women went looking for love on TV — I smile!! I believe our maturity is a bonus, years of life experience is an advantage, age is not a limitation. Age discrimination is often not taken as seriously as other forms of discrimination. It can have the same economic, social, and psychological impact as any other form of discrimination. We also know that women tend to live longer than men. This combination of women living longer and the inability to address these challenges of ageism further exacerbates the problem.
2. I think a celebrity couple that is the definition of #relationshipgoals is:Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Brosnan. They both have such beautiful and endearing compliments to say about each other.
3. My guilty pleasure is: Dark chocolate!
4. The best relationship advice I ever received was: Be patient, give him a chance, and maybe a second chance.
5. My zodiac sign is ___________ and my most [insert zodiac sign] trait would be: I am a true Leo, confident, comfortable in my own skin, and very loyal to my family and friends.
6. My biggest pet peeve is: Talking during a movie! Shhh!
7. The first thing I do when I wake up is: Open all the windows, walk outside, breathe fresh air, light incense, and be grateful for the day.
8. My last meal on earth would be: Rice and curry — I can already smell the richness of spices.
9. The song that always makes me want to dance is: “Disco Man” by Remi Wolf.
10. My hidden talent is: I can fold my tongue. I know that is weird, but it’s true!
11. The person that inspires me the most is: Jane Fonda.
12. My current phone screen saver is: Front door of my house — beautiful arched entrance that leads to colorful steps.
13. The movie I’ve rewatched the most is: “Nacho Libre” (2006) with Jack Black.
14. The last thing I Googled is: Address to a place I already know. I am terrible with my sense of direction!
15. My favorite part of being on “The Golden Bachelor” was: Meeting the beautiful women!
16. Being on “The Golden Bachelor” taught me: Take life as it comes. There are many twists, turns, and plots to enjoy!
17. My advice for anyone who goes on “The Golden Bachelor” in the future is: Be present, be prepared to be surprised, and go with the flow.
18. If you go on “The Golden Bachelor,” don’t forget to pack: Sketchbook and crayons.
19. Something I still have from my time on “The Golden Bachelor” is: A red rose pen I was gifted!
20. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? I really try to live in the present; journey is more important to me than the destination.