I am sure this question will get asked quite a lot until next Monday, but that commercial for the next season is going to cause quite some commotion. Whether this is a publicity stunt to get more viewers, or is the real truth, I’m not quite sure.
Some things to consider here:
-episodes have not been in chronological order, confirmed by Shooka and Nala’s growth in recent episodes
-I heard that tonight was supposed to be the finale, but it seems an hour long episode was added for next week.
-Kate not once commented on Jon and Cara’s trip to Utah and the two didn’t so much as look at each other.
That and Jon’s recent rumors are all leading up to that dreadful fate…divorce? I honestly thought the same as what Kate once said, "what you see is what you get." I thought this one reality show was different. If it is not, I will be extremely let down and dissappointed.
Thoughts?
Discuss.
My opinion is they are going to announce a reduced schedule for the show. They need a break.
I don’t agree about your assessment of Kate not commenting on the trip Jon and Cara took. She did comment. She, for once, let him talk as he did her.
I read a bit of the article that is coming out in People where they admit to some life in a fishbowl/she’s more famous than me I can’t handle it type statement. I am going to buy the magazine tomorrow. He says the reports about the partying, etc. were greatly blown up or something like that. Anyway, Kate said (and he agreed) that they had some problems and were working on them. I think they may take a break from filming for a bit. I’d like to see like maybe two or three hour long specials a year not the day to day stuff. I thought tonight’s episode showed them to be more together than in some of the recent ones.
They have been married nine years. They have 8 kids together. They have a faith based relationship. They are NOT going to just up and divorce without lots of counseling religiously, financially and family wise. Like they say, they are in this together!
As much as I love the show I would be happy if it ended if it meant their happiness.
meerkat | Mar 16, 2009
yes i know im worried i dunno whats gonna happen i asked the same question see!! http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index; _ylt=AosZOUhR8_ccvXZaV8gQJR_sy6IX;_ylv=3 ?qid=20090316184658AAWCsJC i really hope they dont!
natjohnson09 | Mar 16, 2009
I’m wondering the same thing. I heard of the divorce "rumors" but then read in People just the other day that they weren’t getting a divorce, Jon was just having a tougher time with the fame while Kate is taking it a little easier.
Who knows?! I guess we’ll find out next week! Here’s to hoping they don’t divorce…
tengolatte | Mar 16, 2009
I was confused as well. The first time I saw the commercial I thought that it was just an announcement that they would cancel the show (which although I love it, wouldn’t surprise me). But the second time i realized they showed all these clips of them arguing, and that really threw me. I’ve always felt bad for Jon. They do have a faith based marriage so hopefully if there are problems they will get some help first.
cloudy7589 | Mar 16, 2009
The incident in question reportedly occurred February 6 when Jon was allegedly at Mimi’s martini bar in Huntington, PA, which is located three hours away from the new $1.3 million home he shares with his wife Kate and their eight children.
While at the bar, Gosselin reportedly met some girls from Juniata College — who subsequently invited him to a house party, where he proceeded to play beer pong.
The evening out reportedly continued at Memories Sports Bar & Grill, where Gosselin allegedly continued to drink and flirt with girls from the college.
"He was dirty dancing with several of them, making out, kissing them on their necks and mouths," an eyewitness previously told Star magazine. "I thought it was rather surprising for a father with his wife and so many kids at home to be acting like this. He was all over one girl, a long-haired blonde who’s nearly 6 feet tall. He left with several of the girls, including her."
Jon & Kate Plus 8 premiered on Discovery Health Channel in 2007 and currently airs Mondays at 9PM ET/PT on TLC.
It's A Love Story | Mar 16, 2009
I’m praying and hoping that all is well, and that nothing is wrong. I’m very scared, becuase the Gosselin family is what I live for. I hope nothing is wrong!
Dancegirl8 | Mar 16, 2009
Well, it’s sad but I now believe most men do cheat. I always admired Jon and how kind he was even with Kate doling out the work–and in a very picky way too. He always seemed like such a wonderful husband. I guess it took its toll on him, but I wish he could have been man enough to tell her BEFORE he acted on it.
terri | Mar 16, 2009
- I don’t think that the shows being out of chronological order is really relevant to whether or not J&K are having problems.
- I’ve seen on TLC that the finale was set for March 23 for a few weeks now.
- Half the show concerned Jon & Cara’s trip to Utah, and Kate did talk about it. The clincher here is that she talked about missing Cara and having her "flock" all back together. Forget that they didn’t look at each other - she didn’t speak once about missing her hubby!
Who knows what will happen. I think that marital counseling would be wise for them whether they think they’re having problems or not. I understand that its hard having that many kids, but look at all the other families with large broods that are spotlighted on TLC. Do any of those other sets of parents communicate the way J&K do? I don’t think so. I wish them all the best though.
Lindsey L | Mar 16, 2009
I am honestly devistated with the recent rumors to the end of Jon and Kate’s marriage. Being a mother of multipules I know how hard it is on a marriage, I couldn’t imagine doing it all in front of the public eye. I agree they seemed very distant on tonights episode. Kate seemed to act as if Jon wasn’t even sitting next to her. And honestly I really don’t like who she has become latley. This show has been a big part of my life since I found out I was expecting twins in 2007, but her attitude and personality has seemed to change. It seems pretty obvious that fame is taking a toll on her. I used to defend her when my husband would make snide comments on how hateful she was to Jon, but now I am starting to agree. The last thing I would want is to see them get a divorce but they are human and it does happen.
I was also curious if this will be their last season or not? From the TLC previews they are having a new show "Table for 12" on the station. Will this be taking Jon & Kate + 8’s spot? Only time will tell. However I will continue to pray for the Gosselin family. I hate to see this happen to such good people.
Hillary M | Mar 16, 2009
I believe next week’s episode is just the season finale. I looked on TLC’s schedule and it titles the episodes (there will be two 30 minute episodes) as "B-ball and More" and "Family Outing." Who knows what they’re referring to when they showed the previews of Jon & Kate arguing. In tonight’s episode it didn’t seem as if Jon & Kate had their normal connection. They just seemed distant from each other. I watched their first show they did with TLC (Surviving Sextuplets & Twins) and they looked and acted so different. They joked in their interviews and Kate didn’t mind Jon interrupting her! In tonight’s episode there wasn’t much interaction with each other as there has been in the past. The preview could be a ploy to draw in more viewers but the article in People Magazine where Jon denies any cheating could be a cover-up for the episode. He probably is under a contract. I hope there is no divorce and I hope all works out for them. There are so many haters out there that I wouldn’t want them to get satisfaction out of Jon & Kate’s failed attempt at marriage (if there is a divorce). Guess we’ll have to wait until next week….
Ashley | Mar 16, 2009
i dont know! Im hoping everything is alright though…they constantly address that "no one understands their love for each other" and yea there are tough times but if anyone can get through it it’s them! She addressed this on a FAQ show a while back that it may seem to everyone else like they are down each others’ throats but thats their way of communicating and not letting things build up and end up being something way bigger later on. AND on the preview they said that whatever this "problem" is that they are working on it, even though its tough for him. I hope all is well in the gosselin household, I LOVE THEM!
Lindsay M | Mar 16, 2009
It seems obvious to me. Maybe it’s a big trick by TLC, but I doubt it. If you look at the 2008 episodes during the interviews Jon and Kate are always touching each other in some way (arm around the shoulders, hand on the leg, etc.) Since they moved into the new house they are never together during the filmings. Kate looked like she wanted to sit on the arm of the opposite end of the love seat in one episode. She looked like she was seething the entire time. On another episode, Jon looked like he had been crying for hours. His eyes were swollen and red and he barely spoke. Tonight’s episode was calmer, but she still had her legs crossed away from Jon, blocking him out. They never made eye contact. It feels like they (mostly she) could barely stand to be in the same room in all the 2009 episodes and tonight it felt like they were resigned. Too sad, I hope I’m wrong, but I’d be shocked if I was.
Cindy K | Mar 16, 2009
It’s going to be hard to say for sure until Monday night. However, I had a feeling something was up long before the rumors started in the tabloids last week. As this current season has progressed, I have noticed that during the interview portions of the show Kate has been very short with Jon. She hardly looks at him and when she does, it’s always in disgust. Some of the episodes, she doesn’t even say a word during the interviews and looks ticked off. And what’s up with Jon taking one child away snowboarding and the others staying with Kate? Unusual!
I think they might be divorcing. I think his denying it in People was just a way to keep the suspense going until the episode airs next week.
paly2416 | Mar 16, 2009
i was wondering about the season finale
i have seen an that there was article about a possible divorce on the cover of a magazine
jon and kate have said on their show that parents do fight but they said something about that they’re going to stay together
they also had their vows renewed in front of their kids so show that they will stay together
but now seeing the commercial for the hour long season finale worries me a little bit
danielle | Mar 16, 2009
I believe that they have problems - who wouldnt with cameras constantly around and 8 kids - but i also believe they have a strong faith - i do wish sometimes since they do appear faith based, that Kate would talk a little nicer but i believe that is just her personality - i only have 1 small child and i sound sarcarstic myself. I also think Kate needs to give Jon more time in the chair to express his views but she cuts him off alot. I hope and pray that they will seek the help they need - the world is tough enough without living in a fishbowl. And like they say - "He who casts the first stone….". I think they will take a much needed break from the show and probably run re-runs while the got through counseling and get their lives back. they have alot of friends who care for them i am sure to help them through.
tinkerbell | Mar 17, 2009
We have all been talking about this for the past month at work and I hope this is what it’s about. A group of our friends seen Jon at "Third and Spruce" (the bar here in town) flirting and hanging all over this younger lady. When they asked the girl if she knew who he was she said yes and that apparently Kate has been doing the same thing with her personal trainer.
I hope they confirm some of this in the next show.
Mikey | Mar 17, 2009
I think they may just be announcing a reduced filming schedule. The commercials are exactly what TLC knows millions of people have been waiting to see. A possible split. Jon & Kate have just as many "haters" as they do fans. A large percentage of people thrive on drama and despair. TLC knows exactly what they’re doing.
Jon & Kate may be having a rough patch, but what marriage doesn’t? Don’t count them out so quickly. I think they’re in it for the long haul.
angie j | Mar 17, 2009
they where on the oprah show a few days ago and they said they were having a hard time because jon took photos with a far at the bar and things where said but do you think he would leave kate and his kids if he did i bet he would kate the two oldest girls. but they just need time apart from the show and each other its all just getting out of hand
sexopia | Mar 17, 2009
I have watched Jon and Kate since the very beginning and absolutely loved the show. Although those were the good old days when you could actually relate to them as a normal american family coping with bringing up kids and keeping their family values in check. However, I have noticed that fame has made Kate very arrogant and honestly I don’t care for her new high and mighty attitude. Poor Jon and kids have been left in the dust while she is off touring with her books, hitting the tanning spas and spending time with her personal trainer. I hope for the sake of their lovely children they go to counseling so they can better handle the fame and fortune the show has given them.
Tina F | Mar 17, 2009
I know I wondered the exact same thing! I love this show.. and it excites me they are from pa too! It honestly wouldn’t surprise me if they did.. I love Jon and I like him and kate together but she never acts like she takes his feelings into consideration! I hope they can work their problems out! Was it out of order or was Nala’s difference in size because she lost all that weight from the operation she had when she ate the dog? I hope it was in order and we see what real or whats the point? I LOVE this show!! I can’t wait to see what happens when the kids are in school full time
Bryce D | Mar 17, 2009
I dont think they are getting a divorce. Becauce they just renwed there mariage. Aslo it would be really hard for the kids. And the show whould probobly have to disapere.
Elle M | Mar 17, 2009
