8 Secrets About 'Jon And Kate Plus 8'
Extra has found out eight secrets about Jon and Kate Gosselin of 'Jon and Kate Plus 8.'
1. Jon and Kate are estranged from Kate's parents. During an
interview, Jon revealed that they want to be 'drop-in grandparents' and
that they don't talk to them. Jon's father has passed away, and his
mother lives in Hawaii -- he talks to her on the phone on a regular
basis.2. Aunt Jodi, Kate's sister-in-law, was booted off the show when TLC
wanted to pay her. Jon and Kate balked, and now Jodi is giving
interviews about the embattled couple.3. Jon and Kate first met at a picnic in 1997 -- they said it was love at first sight.
4. Kate grew up in a mobile home park, and never flew on an airplane
until their honeymoon to Disneyworld. Today, the mom of eight loves
flying first class.5. Fans need to fork over $10 bucks for an autographed picture of
one of Jon and Kate's brood, $20 for a family photo, and $3,000 an hour
to hear Kate speak!6. Before becoming a stay-at-home pop, Jon was an IT professional who worked for the Governor of Pennsylvania.
7. Kate has a Winnie the Pooh tattoo on her ankle. She used to have
a rose tat on her belly, but it was removed when she had a tummy tuck.8. The couple doesn't manage all those kids by themselves! They have
a personal organic chef, housekeepers, gardeners and a personal
assistant."
Meanwhile, Kate's sister-in-law is asking people to not watch the show because "the episodes are staged" and "to give those children the privacy and respect that they deserve."
Will you be watching tonight?
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I'm not a fan of the show, but judging by the sister-in-law's comment, I'd say she's just butthurt, 'cause she didn't seem to have a problem exploiting the kids when she was on the show.
My thoughts exactly. Thank you.
1181970 points
Sooooo true! Jealousy is an ugly beast! BTW- these are not secrets. It's pretty much common knowledge.
132125 points
Yes, I never got a good vibe from that Aunt Jodi even before she babbled to the media about the family.
395 points
I will watch the show tonight. I just recently got into it. I think it's funny that "Aunt Jodi" didn't mind people watching when the kids were at her house. I just saw an episode with her on it. Little bit of a hypocrite Aunt Jodi?
I do agree that the episodes are probably a bit staged. All reality shows are. That's what makes us watch. If they aired people reading magazines or watching t.v. how entertaining would that be??? duh.
What is a Drop in Grandparent?
Someone who doesn't want to make the full commitment to being a grandparent, but still wants to reep some benefits. For example, they show up on holidays and birthdays, but don't help out when the family really needs them.
Thank you
I have watched the show from the beginning but now I wont. She is so mean and disrespectful; she is borderline verbally abusive. Also, it really bothers me that she has a personal assistant, chef, etc. The whole point of the show was to watch the Gosselins live their 'average' life with two sets of multiples. I feel terrible for those kids, I honestly think they are going to turn out warped and damaged like most other Hollywood kids.
620 points
I agree she is very mean and disrespectful .. verbally abusive yes .. but I doubt that her kids will become Hollywood .. I can't say the same for Mady though.. that girl needs some discipline.
620 points
I love the show and continue to watch it .. including the marathon and the premiere tonight ... I really don't care, it's entertaining. I believe Kate's sister-in-law is bitter and that's why she gave an interview about the alleged "marriage contract". Anyway I hope that Jon and Kate work it out, because they seem happy, even though she is unbelievably controlling. She should really lighten up ..you can't judge everything you see on TLC. Kate has said that they tape 3 days a week, so we're obviously not getting the full story. In the end I just watch it for entertainment. Hope the kids are okay
Anyway I hope that Jon and Kate work it out, because they seem happy,
REALLY???? They seem happy? What show have you been watching? Maybe in the first couple of seasons, they got along, but the only time they've interacted in the last year is when they've been fighting.
she HAS to be controlling. You have eight kids at home 2 and 6 are the same age...if you aren't controlling you will lose your mind and live in a zoo. John always looks like he is in a daze and completely lost, when she isn't there Kara and Maddy take control (Maddy does need discipline and has some serious drama issues). I love the show and I love her.
8260 points
No I won't watch. It doesn't appeal to me anymore. They have just become another one of these rich celebrities, which are a dime a dozen. The original concept of the show has been lost.
100% Agree with you.
NOPE! Never have and never will watch this TV show. I cannot even watch a full "clip" of Jon & Kate--Too painful :(
Just a mention the sister-in-law in the Us magazine article is NOT Jodi, its another sister-in-law.
I don't know if I'm going to watch or not. Its like watching a bad wreck, you want to see but hate what your looking at.
Kate seems like a 8itch
Why do she think she have to be so controling ?
935 points
Never watched it never will. I hope the children get their money in the end. I hope they think it was all worth it.
My eyes may not be, but my heart, mind, and soul are colorblind.
1181970 points
In tonight's episode, did you notice that Jon, who had to take the weekend off (puleezzzzz), drove to the birthday party alone in his new sports car (that he bought without discussing it with Kate). He sure is having his midlife crisis early. Jerk! But she has the problem????? Get real people. How many of you would have been ok with the above behavior by Jon?
He should get the weekend off . He kept them while she was on the road sleeping with the bodygaurd . If she can stop being so controling he might want to be home . You must have been hurt in the past . Get over it .
1181970 points
She never slept with the body guard. She was selling a book she wrote while he was bar hopping until 2 am. She was making money for the family so Jon could go buy a sports car without discuss it with Kate. Oh, real he needed a new ATV too. He's selfish. She does things for the benefit of the family. See the difference. He wants new toys and to go out and play until 2 am (or 7:30 am as the video tape reveled). She wants the kids to be able to go to college. Get real. I see who Jon is and it isn't pretty.
I would have lost it. I don't care how much money you have or how you manage your money as a couple you don't make a decision like that without discussing it with your partner.
Did you also notice how they did not even look at each other during the whole episode???
1181970 points
Exactly. He had no respect for her. He acted like a selfish brat. If he wants to be treated like an adult, he needs to act like an adult.
Wow they can't even look at each other. And why is Jon bald, didn't we watch his very painful hair transplant. Where is Kate's wedding ring? What a bunch of phonies. They were so happy before they got rich. Money ruined everything for them.
I JUST FINISHED WATCHING THE PREMIERE EPISODE FOR THE NEW SEASON- I COULDN'T HELP BUT NOTICE THAT KATE WAS PLEASANT TO THE PEOPLE WHO HELPED HER WITH THE BIRTHDAY PARTY, EVEN DISPLAYING A LAUGH OR TWO WHEN THINGS DIDN'T GO PERFECTLY- TOO BAD SHE NEVER GAVE JON THE SAME REGARD- HAD HE BEEN HELPING WITH DECORATING, SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN THE SAME ANAL PERSON SHE ALWAYS IS WITH HIM- I DON'T BLAME HIM AT ALL FOR BOWING OUT OF HELPING- IT'S UNFORTUNATE TO BE MARRIED TO SOMEONE WHO CONSTANTLY BELITTLES YOU, BUT TO HAVE IT HAPPEN ON TELEVISION IN FRONT OF MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IS TOO MUCH FOR ANYONE.
Wow well said Deb . She needs to learn to treat a man like a man . And stop being so controling .
1181970 points
He needs to act like a man. A man doesn't go out bar hopping with other woman until 2 am (or 7:30 am).
They should keep their private and personal life just that...PRIVATE! They
must have had some $$$ motives to air this special show tonight. How terribly sad. If the children are to be their #1 PRIORITY, I'd say: "It's time to close the curtains...turn off the lights and leave the stage. Make it a wrap. Focus on your problems w/o the bright lights. And, seriously direct more attention on "Mady." She needs much more tender love and care...and a little more discipline. She's so much like her mother. (A mother who tends to belittle and disrespect her husband in the presence of anyone.
I am betting sending 8 children to college was a money motivator.
they make 50-100K per episode. if they invest wisely they would be set for life by the time the kids turn 17 or 18. plus, she could i dunno get a real job now that the kids are in school.
1181970 points
Of course it was. She has been thinking ahead. Jon on the other hand wants new toys. 4 years at a private college today can cost $25,000 a year or more. What will it be 10-13 years from now? The cost increased 5.9% in one year. That could mean a cost of approximately $50,000 per child or more. This show will not last forever and she is striking the iron is hot. She is well aware that they will not be making thousands of dollars per episode forever.
Kate might be able to keep her man if she stop being so damn controlling . Wow let a man be a man . He can't even cut a cake without her giving directions .
They used to live down the street from me. One thing that really bothered them was people driving by their house, they thought people really cared about seeing them. They never even came outside with the kids, I would see them playing in their garage. Their old house sat unoccupied for over 6 months when they got their new one and just recently within the past month or two went up for sale. Kate is a bitch, and her husband is a nice guy.
She's a moron .
1181970 points
Yea, he's really nice to ALOT of woman.
Jon has been emasculated for years on national television...he looks to me like he has had enough....and good for him
Would any single one of you tolerate someone who spoke to you the way she speaks to him..
I hope they divorce...Jon is a good father...a divorce won't change his love for his children.....but it is obvious that he is totally sick and tired of living with that obnoxious woman
I only caught the last 15 min. of the show tonight but I had to laugh at the total lack of interaction between Kate and the other mothers at the party
I hope Kate enjoys her hair, nails, clothes, house, etc....I really do....because she sure doesnt' have any friends
Well I just saw the new show and noticed several things. By the way, I am neutral as far as taking sides with either of them!
1) Why does she need a team of people to help her with a birthday party? Many moms and/or dads do this all the time MOSTLY on their own. I have myself planned birthday parties with way more guests and all the activities. I did most of it on my own because my husband had to work alot to support the family. But I have been to parties planned and executed by single dads and moms too. NOW that being said, why would I think she was a AWESOME human for being able to do this? SHE HAD HELPERS!
The show is about the kids right? But these two parents portray themselves as the stars of this show and even act like celebrities--so all the media comes with that territory!
2)I did notice that Jon helped too--bringing the cakes, helping with the activities etc. There may be even more that we are unaware of. WHO KNOWS. BUT this is what dads do--good dads--again so what--what makes this couple SUPER HEROS?
3) Kate--yes mentioned several times that she is totally focused on her children, everything is all about them etc. But when you watched her interact in her home, she seemed distant--like she has forgotten how to interact, how to speak to or handle her kids. Do christian moms threaten to LEAVE their children if they do not get out to the car? She mentioned over and over how tired she was--welcome--allmothers and fathers get tired--however everyone knows it and we know it, we don't need to say it over and over to people. IT COMES with being a parent--of one or 8 children!
4)Jon-seems like he really does not want to do this show anymore. I wonder if he signed a contract and has to--with TLC. or Maybe their new home and lifestyle depends on the money they earn frm the show and books--I am sure there is no maybe there. I am sure he like all dads wonders how he will be able to support his family--and you can tell he loves his kids. As I am sure Kate does too. But his agony and all is apparent. He would prefer a more private life.
5)Jon denied any REAL infidelity--just admitted wrong choices. But if that were true, I would think Kate would not be so hostile to him. She obviously knows way more than all of us and the media for that matter. More people would respect him if he would have just admitted his wrongdoing and said he was wrong and was either going to try to rebuild his marriage or has found that he no longer wants to be married. OR just to plain say its MY business and we are working on it. But to say--I don't care if you believe it but its not true--seemed really poor --sorry Jon but you have earned a great deal of money by MAKING your family public! We didn't all write you and beg you and MAKE you film your family for the last 5 years!
6) Kate--yes we can see you are sad, angry, and EMBARRASED. But the tears, although they seemed genuine, appear to be for more. It seems that the ride you have been on--writing books, claiming to be of high christian values etc., is coming to an end. Why would people spend money on a book--about your life with the kids and your husband---Its a wash! You do not value FAMILY--where is all your family? Parents? Siblings? For any parent to purchase your book, they will either pay to read lies, or they must want to learn how to break all ties with their immediate families.
It is sad that these children ONLY have the two of you! Grandparents play an important role in the lives of children,as do cousins and aunts and uncles. OKAY so many families have broken ties within them--but whole ropes are BROKEN in your family!
7)Kate mentiones she must leave the kids to WORK! Jon had to quit to help at home, you quit to work at home, NOW you feel you MUST leave your kids, when you claim you didn't want to miss all the important events of their lives! SELL your BOOK--you can do it without leaving those little ones all the time. YES--it will cost you a little--but welcome to budgeting! We all have families and must cut corners and such to be home more with our kids.
My theory..
IT IS OVER.... Like many marriages! Best thing would be to outright admit it on TV, and show how divrced parents can still be MAJOR in their kids lives and show them love etc.
I wish you luck--but in an effort to promote the privacy of your kids, I will no longer watch--I certainly will not buy any magazines etc. about your story--maybe that too will reduce all the cameras snapping photos of the kids!
I am only one--but if other parents and people would ALL put these KIDS before the entertainment--maybe they have a chance of a more private REAL LIFE.
WOW you are pretty judgemental for someone who is on the fence. The party you planned for your kid(s) was it for 8 kids plus their friends, their entire kindergarten class and their teacher?? If you had to wrangle 8 kids to get to a store (which most parents have trouble doing with only one or two kids) you would probably resort to threats too (btw...she didn't threaten to leave them in the car the threatened to leave them at home while she went to pick out party supplies). You don't know the whole story behind any of this; none of us do. It is a very sad situation and was a very sad episode. People judged Kate in the begining for not taking care of herself or caring about her clothes, now she is doing both of those things she is again being judged. It is the same for any public figure; you can't please everyone all the time!!!
3395 points
Longest. Post. Ever.
I agree with everything you said. I do feel for Kate as I do believe he did cheat (the one thing that he could do without having her control it). He is going through a midlife crisis and she didn't plan it. Cheating hurts and maybe he did it to get her attention too but what he didn't plan on was how this was affecting his kids. I saw him tonight show sadness when he was talking to Alexis at the party. No one deserves infidelity, but in Kate's case she did lead him to it. Why doesn't she act like a good Christian and ask him what he wants and work at their family; their marriage in private. That would prove to me and probably all of those who watch the show that it really is about love and the kids. She better keep this in mind too (and I'm not sure about PA laws)but she is the one working!!! She may be the one who loses in the long run she seems to be the one exploiting their children and Jon could end up having it all the money the kids and his long earned privacy.
1181970 points
Soooooooo judgemental! Are you a Christian? When was the last time you raised 8 kids? BTW - it is hard to hang decorations like that by yourself without assistance and since her husband doesn't want to help she hires people. Oh well. He showed up when everything was all set up. He swoops in to cut cake like a super hero. Give me a break. FYI - she did try to "fix" it for months when he said he wasn't happy. Get all your facts first. He wanted to finish his degree....great so go back to school. Did he, no. He would like to work.....great go get a part time job. Did he, no. Face it, Jon is a whinner. He wants his 20's back and can't have them. Boo Hoo! This is all about Jon and the fact that he isn't happy and he's going to "fix" that with other women. He messed this up. He needs to fix it!
5355 points
so over them.
I feel horrible for them, It hurts to watch the family fall apart. I honestly hope that they work it out, especially for the kids' sake. If worse comes to worse I think that they need to just cancel the show, no matter how entertaining it is or how much we want to know what will happen next. Those kids' future and Jon and Kate's marriage is in jeopardy because of the publicity of their life. I honestly think the best decision for all of them would be to take the show completely off the air. I love the show just as much as the next person, but family is more important than fame or money.
I agree with the really long comment. I feel as if Kate has somewhat pushed Jon to the point of where he is. He's always seemed like a nice guy who would do anything for his family. I remember when he got a new job and got to come home early and Kate was so excited to see him when he got home. It is nice to get out of the house and away from the same people you are around all the time. Yes they have eight kids but even parents with one or two kids need a night out every once in a while. I was watching the marathon and they were talking about Kate going to the spa and Jon not scheduling anything. He seemed to kind of regret that he couldn't do anything because he had to stay home with the kids. When Jon and Cara went to Utah to ski they had the best time. That was the true Jon and when Kate said she couldn't wait to have her little girl back she said NOTHING about missing Jon. And you could see the pain in his eyes when she didn't mention anything about missing him. With him leaving and needing time off now maybe Kate knows how he feels when she goes on her business meetings and what not. I know she wrote two books and a cookbook so she could bring in money for the kids. But Jon had a good job being an IT analyst until he had to quit so Kate could do her book tours. I'm sure Jon doesn't feel as if he's providing for his family and that is a big thing for a guy to take. Kate quit her job as a nurse to take care of the kids and Jon worked. I guess she felt as if it was her turn. I was also noticing the last few episodes of the last season when they were moving Kate was on business again. Leaving Jon to take care of the eight. And when they were playing with the play-doh Jon was just having fun with the kids when he was pretending to sneeze and blow snot everywhere. She acted like it was the most disgusting thing in the world. And when she cleaned that damn fridge for four hours!!!! who in the world does that!!!!! my god!!!! she's a control freak. I know I don't know them personally but I feel as if they should take a break from the show and books and traveling and work on their family and marriage. I almost lost it when Alexis told Jon not to leave anymore. Also when he was helping his mom how excited they got b/c daddy was coming home!!!!
1181970 points
They would NEVER be able to live on Jon's IT salary alone! He doesn't even have a degree. He did not have a high level position. They had to find another way.
Jon's mom doesn't live in Hawaii she lives in PA so based on that alone I'm not trusting anything you posted that they said.
You don't have to be an evil bitch to keep a tight ship! Kate's an adult ...she needs to exercise a little respect towards others adult...most especially her husband.
132125 points
I watched the premiere and I was so happy that they addressed the rumours that were circling in the media. Although they didn't answer all the questions directly, that was a good thing because it is obviously a good idea to keep the rest private at this point. I love this family and I love the show and I wish all the terrible things weren't true. I can't wait to see what will go on this season. I think both Jon and Kate are in the wrong in different ways, and both of them have been hurt by each other, but I'm not even going to get into that because that would take like a 5,000 word paper to explain it.
I don't think that anyone has the right to judge anyone in this family. You can hold an opinion but just watching 13 half hour shows a year does not give you an exact insight into their lives. Every family has issues. Every relationship has ups and downs. You should never wish ill on anyone. I hope the best for this family. Only they know what that ultimate outcome will be for them.
I agree, that's why it's probably the smartest plan to just take the show off the air so that they have a chance to work it out and can get away from all that unfair judgment from people that have NO IDEA what it's like.
Right on. Good for you. I agree 100%.
8110 points
kate's sister in law has alot of time on her hands....maybe she should look into adopting some children.....and then tell us how easy it is......please!!
I think Jon hates the show and is stuck due to being under contract. Maybe he and Kate have to both agree to stop or else he is obligated to do the show. So of course he resents her for wanting to continue. It must suck to know that the show is more important than your marriage. I'd be p!ssed too. As for Kate's "doing it for the kids" crap, they make about $50,000 per episode and got a ton of stuff for free (like clothes). If they managed their money well they should be able to live comfortably off of that. Kate loves the attention and she's clinging on to it despite her family falling apart and the fact that her husband and at least two of her children want to stop doing the show right now. Unbelievable.
How do you know any of this? You know for a "fact" that "Jon and at least two of her children want to stop doing the show right now"? Has anyone confirmed that? If people would stop making up thier own "facts" this family might stand a chance to resolve their issues.
If you watch the show you will see. Jon wants out - he said so HIMSELF. The twins hate the show and all the cameras and one (Mady I think) made a sign that said "CAMRAS" KEEP OUT. It was really sad to see. Kate is totally oblivious.
Also Job is passive aggressive and is obviously trying to get his wife's attention by his recent shenanigans.
This show is pathetic. Paying these people because they have kids????? Come on. I've seen one episode and wouldn't reduce my intelligence further by watching any more.
I am so sick of people defending Jon. He is the one out partying, drinking and cheating. At least Kate is working. Jon kept saying he is doing it for the kids and god. So worried that his kids would google him. maybe jon should have thought about that before he did what he did.
For the comments about telling your kids you would leave without them. Every parent I know has said that. All it is are words to make the kids hurry up.
Give Kate and break and see Jon for what he is.
1181970 points
HALLELUJAH! Finally, someone that sees the light!
I lost interest in the show when it started to become "about things/possessions" rather than chronicalling the kids lives and helping hteir futures financially. Kate syas how hard it it. Yes, it must be hard raising 8 children. I'm sure the families on the other TLC shows would agree. Table for twelve not only has 10 children, but one is a special needs child. That mother seems so attentive, non-controlling, etc. She just deals with everything as it comes. That show shows more "family" love than I've ever seen from the Gosselins. The way they both allow Mady to behave shows how clueless they both are. What realy turned me off was the new mansion, sports car and constant traveling and publiuc speaking. That's not about the kids, that's about thme.
You got a few things wrong:
1) Jons mother lives in Huntingdon, Pa and is at J&Ks house often when Kates away.
2) Kate used the money issue to excuse the real reason Jodi was "fired" which was Jodi made Kate look bad as a mother and had more positive fans.
4) Kate actually grew up on a farm. Her father owned the 86 acre campground/fishing pond across the street from their farm. NOT A TRAILER PARK. Her Dad is a teacher, pastor and real estate owner.
6) Jons job with the Governor was created JUST for him AFTER the tups were born. He was making 50K, he quit.
8) Dont forget the live in Vietnamese nanny,...
You might wanna correct those things.
Kate was jealous & greedy to say Jody doesnt deserve money to be on the show. Dang she babysat all those kids for her all the time. She was lucky to have somebody not mind & take the kids while they go have fun. Everything Ive been reading bad about Kate. I believe it cept for the Cheating part. Seeing how she acts on the show I wouldnt put it past her. Like when that one article said she fired a lady for washing her hands in the kitchen sink. I think Jon is acting Childish. He was acting rugged on last nites episode. Didnt even seem like he wanted to work it out. "Im here for the kids". After seeing that show I'm wondering when they'll announce their split.
I think it's a shame that "Hollywood" has once again proved disastrous to a couple. The kids are kids. Good and bad. All kids are. They seem to be loved and well cared for and I did enjoy the show. I am very sorry that Jon and Kates relationship couldn't stand this test. I'm sure they'll all look back and regret this loss bitterly. I wish we could all keep out of their business, but obviously I'm as bad as everyone else or I wouldn't feel the need to comment. I feel sorry for the "much loved" family to now become the "much attacked" family. Kate has always freely admitted a problem with obsessive compulsive behaviour. I think she has always loved and adored Jon but because of oc has had to have more control. Give her a break people.
I think KATE got a taste of the luxurious lifestyle when she stayed with the Glassman's after her tummy tuck surgery and decided she wanted it for herself, no matter what she had to do. She became obsessed with money, disregarding the people she should have cared about.
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