The Golden Bachelor is casting for its second season.

The popular Australian reality series – which hit screens for the first time in October this year – has seemingly been renewed for a second instalment by Nine after calls for next year’s cast were posted online. 

‘Are you in your 50s or 60s and looking for love in your golden years? Or do you know someone who deserves another shot at their happily ever after?’ the post began.

‘We are looking for Australia’s next Golden Bachelor and many incredible women who are excited to find love again.

‘Join us today for an adventure of a lifetime!’

The advertisement noted that casting is open to Australian residents only and will see a leading man take centre stage in the second season, despite calls for a Golden Bachelorette.

The Golden Bachelor is casting for its second season (Pictured: Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden)

Transformation coach Jan Herdman (pictured) quickly won the hearts of audiences through her upbeat attitude, charismatic personality and incredible dedication to fitness

Fans have been crossing their fingers for a spin-off after one charming female contestant won them over.

Transformation coach Jan Herdman, 66, quickly won the hearts of audiences through her upbeat attitude, charismatic personality and incredible dedication to fitness.

However, the Sydney-based personal trainer was axed from the show after leading man Barry ‘Bear’ Myrden failed to form a romantic connection with her.

Shocked viewers have been hoping that Jan will appear in her own spin-off series called The Golden Bachelorette, in which a group of refined bachelors would vie for her heart.

‘Bear’s loss. The next Golden Bachelorette!’ one person wrote.

‘You should be the next Bachelorette,’ a second added.

‘You were so dignified, articulate, and beautiful. Far too good for Bear. We look forward to seeing you on screen again,’ another chimed in.

Someone else wrote: ‘Jan for The Bachelorette.’

Despite speculation that Bear doesn’t choose one of the women in Sunday night’s season finale, a telling sign has come to light that puts that rumour to rest

News of the show’s second instalment comes as the Golden Bachelor’s inaugural season reaches its final stretch.

Despite speculation that Bear doesn’t choose one of the women in Sunday night’s season finale, a telling sign has come to light that puts that rumour to rest.

The leading man’s Facebook bio lists him as ‘in a relationship’, appearing to confirm he is currently dating one of the women on the show.

The account, which is private, allows followers to see his relationship status.