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Who Is ‘The Golden Bachelor’s Peg Munson? Meet Mel Owen’s Contestant

Peg Munson
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After three rose ceremonies, only nine women are left vying for Mel Owens‘ heart on Season 2 of The Golden Bachelor. One of those ladies is Peg Munson.

Peg’s zest for life has caught Mel’s eye. Scroll down to learn more about her as the journey continues.

What does Peg Munson do for a living?

Peg is a retired firefighter and bomb technician. She worked with the City of Las Vegas Fire Department for 22 years before retiring.

Now, she works as a realtor and specializes in interior design and remodels. She has sold more than 30 properties in the Las Vegas area, according to her Zillow account.

Peg Munson and Mel Owens

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How old is Peg Munson?

Peg is 62 years old as of her time on The Golden Bachelor. She is four years younger than Mel.

Where is Peg Munson from?

Peg is from Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born and raised there and still lives there today.

Does Peg Munson have kids?

Yes, Munson has a daughter named Dakota from her first marriage. She boasts that she’s a “proud single mom” following her divorce.

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In a June Instagram post, Peg revealed that her now-adult daughter runs the design division of her business, Peg Munson Realtors.

What is Peg Munson’s illness?

Peg was diagnosed with heart disease in 2021 when she was 58, per an article in the Las Vegas Review Journal. Her diagnosis led to a legal battle, as Peg could no longer perform her duties as a firefighter and applied for permanent disability. Her request was denied.

However, the Nevada Court of Appeals ruled in her favor in 2025, allowing for retired firefighters, police officers, and arson investigators who had 20 years of service buy June 8, 2015, to receive disability compensation.

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