Channel Nine’s big stars mingled with the cast of new dating show The Golden Bachelor at a ritzy charity gala in Sydney on Monday.

Richard Wilkins, Sylvia Jeffreys, Belinda Russell and David Campbell were among the guests seen arriving to the event at the Intercontinental hotel in Double Bay.

They joined bachelor Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden and the women who are competing to win his heart.

Barry was dressed casually in comparison to his brides, wearing a black T-shirt and held a large backpack as he arrived in a car to the hotel ahead of the star-studded event.

Several of his leading ladies looked glamorous in long gowns as they all filed into the hotel.

Radio host Bianca Dye, who is set to star on the new dating show, put on very busty display in a plunging dress as she scoffed down a packet of Twisties.

Channel Nine’s big stars mingled with the cast of the new dating show The Golden Bachelor at a ritzy charity gala in Sydney on Monday. Pictured The Golden Bachelor contestant Bianca Dye

Richard Wilkins, Sylvia Jeffreys (pictured), Belinda Russell and David Campbell were among the guests seen arriving to the event at the Intercontinental hotel in Double Bay

The show’s host Samantha Armytage was also dressed casually in a black T-shirt as she arrived to the venue.

Today show star Sylvia put on a stylish display in blue jeans, a white shirt and a beige blazer as she held a large duffle bag.

Meanwhile, entertainment reporter Richard Wilkins looked dapper in a black tuxedo and bow tie for the gala.

Bachelor star Abbie Chatfield was also seen arriving to the event, while popular MAFS couple Evelyn Ellis and Duncan James joined her.

Abbie was in attendance to support her mother Laura who is making her TV debut on the show.

The Golden Bachelor Australia season one will see the women compete for the heart of Barry, a father-of-three and respected professional in the tech industry.

Barry currently works in Data Centre Management for Woolworths Group.

With decades of experience in his field, he has held senior roles at major companies like Macquarie Bank and the NSW Port Authority.

They joined the Bachelor Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden (pictured) and the women who are competing to win his heart

Several of his leading ladies looked glamorous in long gowns as they chatted at the front of the hotel

Barry was seen in a black T-shirt and held a large backpack as he arrived in a car to the hotel ahead of the star-studded event

Radio host Bianca Dye, who is set to star on the new dating show, put on very busty display in a plunging dress as she scoffed down a packet of Twisties

The show’s host Samantha Armytage (pictured) was also dressed casually in a black T-shirt as she arrived to the venue

Entertainment reporter Richard Wilkins (pictured) looked dapper in a black tuxedo and bow tie for the gala

But while his career has flourished, sources close to Daily Mail Australia have revealed his personal journey has been marked by tragedy, as Barry is widowed.

‘Bear is always complaining that his boys are saying that he is bringing around the wrong kind of girls that are just too young and hot for him,’ one friend revealed.

‘We were always saying that he needs to be put on a show like MAFS, so seeing him up for the Bachelor role is no surprise.’

Despite his corporate background, Barry is far from your typical office-bound executive.

A passionate sailor, he has competed in high-profile races like the Sydney to Hobart.

In one photo captured during one of his recent sailing ventures, Barry looked handsome and rugged as he manned a yacht.

Unlike The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, which feature young men and women, The Golden Bachelor is targeted at a more mature audience.

‘Bear is not your usual reality TV type,’ an insider told Daily Mail Australia.

Bachelor star Abbie Chatfield (pictured) was also seen arriving to the event

Popular MAFS couple Evelyn Ellis and Duncan James looked glamorous as they joined Channel Nine stars

More guests were seen arriving to the gala event at the ritzy hotel

One woman was seen carrying a large bird in a cage before entering the establishment

The Golden Bachelor Australia season one will see the women compete for the heart of Barry, a father-of-three and respected professional in the tech industry

Unlike The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, which feature young men and women, The Golden Bachelor is targeted at a more mature audience

‘Bear is not your usual reality TV type,’ an insider told Daily Mail Australia

Fans of the The Golden Bachelor have been calling for an Australian version since the US rendition premiered last year to critical acclaim

In November, it was reported The Golden Bachelor has been scouting for contestants in a very unusual way

Nine secured the rights for The Golden Bachelor in Australia and Samantha Armytage was signed up to host the reality dating show

‘He’s charming, intelligent and has really lived a full life. He’s been through love, loss and now he’s ready to open his heart again. Women are going to adore him.’

Fans of the The Golden Bachelor have been calling for an Australian version since the US rendition premiered last year to critical acclaim.

In November, it was reported The Golden Bachelor had been scouting for contestants in a very unusual way.

A talent scout for the show was spotted handing out business cards to attendees at Royal Randwick racecourse in Sydney.

Casting agent Ivanna Tang opted for the unusual method of attempting to recruit racegoers to the upcoming spin-off show.

Nine secured the rights for The Golden Bachelor in Australia and Samantha Armytage was signed up to host the reality dating show.

Samantha got involved with the casting call, urging people to give their family members a ‘nudge’.

The outgoing Farmer Wants A Wife host shocked fans when she stepped down from Seven after 21 years, sparking wild rumours about her next step.

Her new TV gig on The Golden Bachelor was finally revealed at Nine’s Upfronts in November, where the network’s schedule of 2025 programming was unveiled.