ABC reportedly approached soap opera legend Susan Lucci to headline its upcoming series The Golden Bachelorette, but the 77-year-old actress declined the offer. Best known for her iconic role as Erica Kane on All My Children, Lucci has faced deep personal loss in recent years following the passing of her husband, Helmut Huber, in 2022.
The couple, married for 52 years, shared a lasting bond and raised two children together. Huber, a successful businessman and Austrian-born chef, remained a steadfast partner throughout Lucci’s storied career.
While fans may be disappointed not to see Lucci on the dating series, her enduring legacy in television continues to shine.
