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Counting On
Counting On is a TLC series that follows the eldest Duggar siblings as they start their lives and begin families of their own. Counting On was originally titled Jill & Jessa: Counting On. It is a spinoff of the series 19 Kids and Counting featuring the Duggar family and their 19 children. Counting On was canceled in 2021 after 11 seasons, following Josh Duggar's arrest for possessing and receiving child pornography. 19 Kids and Counting was canceled in 2015 following the news of Josh Duggar's molestation allegations.
Genre: Reality TV Premiere: Dec. 13, 2015 Where to Watch: TLC, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube Central Cast: Jessa and Ben Seewald, Jill and Derick Dillard, Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo, Jana Duggar, John David and Abbie Duggar, Joy Anna and Austin Forsyth, Joseph and Kendra Duggar, Josiah and Lauren Duggar Spinoffs: 19 Kids and Counting
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‘Counting On’: The Duggar Family’s Best and Worst Wedding Menus
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‘Counting On’: Jim Bob Duggar Allegedly Losing Nearly $1 Million in Income After the Show’s Cancellation
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Josh and Anna Duggar’s ‘Dream Home’ Has a History in the Duggar Family
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Jill Duggar Included ‘Counting On’ Hashtag in Recent Instagram Post Despite Duggar Family Show Cancellation
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19 Kids And Counting

Jim Bob Duggar and Kody Brown in side-by-side photographs

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Kody Brown and Jim Bob Duggar Reportedly Exploited Their Families for TLC Fame: Why Was This Allowed?

Kody Brown and Jim Bob Duggar wildly profited from showcasing their supersized families, but at what cost?

by Lucille Barilla

Published on October 28, 2024

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Mykelti Padron stars in TLC's 'Sister Wives.'

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‘Sister Wives’ Mykelti Padron Claims She Was ‘Never Paid’: From ‘Counting On’ to ‘Honey Boo Boo’ What Other TLC Reality Kids Did and Didn’t Cash Out?

Which TLC families paid their children for their appearances on their popular series and which did not?

by Lucille Barilla

Anna and Josh Duggar, stars of "19 Kids and Counting."

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Anna Duggar’s Kids Reportedly Visit Josh Duggar ‘Regularly’ in Prison

Anna Duggar reportedly brings her children to visit "19 Kids and Counting" star Josh Duggar, who was convicted for receiving and possessing child pornography, in prison regularly.

by Grace Turney

Jinger Vuolo Discusses Awkwardness at Jason Duggar’s Wedding

Jinger Vuolo recently revealed that Jason Duggar and Maddie Jones opted to have a dance floor and DJ at their wedding. It made for more awkward moments than dance fun, though.

by Andrea Francese

Published on October 25, 2024

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Jinger Duggar on the set of the Tamron Hall show.

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Jinger Vuolo Just Assumed She’d Have as Many Kids as Possible Before Meeting Jeremy Vuolo

Jinger Vuolo said she initially thought she'd have as many kids as possible. The idea scared her. She has since changed her thinking and expects to have three or four children.

by Andrea Francese

Joy-Anna Duggar from TLC's 'Counting On'

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Joy-Anna Duggar Reveals a Sibling Ratted Her out for Breaking a ‘Courtship Rule’

Joy-Anna Duggar revealed she got in trouble for holidng onto Austin Forsyth's arm prior to engagement. Her brother is the one who told on her.

by Andrea Francese

‘Sister Wives’ Drama: Kody Brown’s Breakdown Over Meri Brown’s Move — and the Silent Judges Stealing the Scene

Kody Brown's tears flow over Meri Brown's move, but he's being judged by others, and they steal the scene.

by Lucille Barilla

Published on November 22, 2024

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Members of the Johnston family of TLC's '7 Little Johnstons' on a yellow background

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Is ‘7 Little Johnstons’ Canceled? New Season Premieres in January 2025 on TLC

Liz and Brice struggle with living under her parents' roof, while Anna's choices cause tension in the family in the new season of '7 Little Johnstons.'

by Megan Elliott

Beckylee, wearing sunglasses and a helmet while climbing a glacier in 'The Summit' episode 8 on CBS

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‘The Summit’: Beckylee Plots to Eliminate a Rival [Exclusive Clip]

Beckylee has another player in her sights for elimination in the upcoming episode of 'The Summit' on CBS.

by Megan Elliott

Jill Duggar Included ‘Counting On’ Hashtag in Recent Instagram Post Despite Duggar Family Show Cancellation

Jill Duggar of the Duggar family posted a video to Instagram celebrating fall -- and she included a hashtag of her family's TV show, 'Counting On,' despite the fact that the show's now canceled due to Josh Duggar's arrest. Here's what's going on and what Duggar family critics think.

by Lauren Weiler

‘Counting On’: The Duggar Family’s Best and Worst Wedding Menus

TLC has officially canceled 'Counting On' but not before capturing years of Duggar family milestones. Over the years, fans have seen eight Duggar weddings on TLC, and they all have one thing in common: None of them seemed to offer guests a luxurious meal. That said, fans largely agree that John and Abbie had the best food while Jessa and Ben had the worst.

by Andrea Francese

Jana Duggar in a screencap from a 2020 episode of 'Counting On'

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Jana Duggar Wore Pants, and ‘Counting On’ Fans Are Shocked by Her Bold Fashion Choice

Jana Duggar was spotted wearing pants, and 'Counting On' fans love her bold fashion choice.

by Danielle Gibson

‘Counting On’ Is Canceled, But These Big Families Still Have TLC Shows

TLC canceled ‘Counting On’ after Josh Duggar’s arrest, but fans of reality shows featuring big families will still find plenty to watch on the network, including ‘Doubling Down With the Derricos’ and ‘Welcome to Plathville.’

by Megan Elliott

Josh Duggar of the Duggar family and Josh Duggar's wife, Anna Duggar, smiling and posing together

Josh Duggar’s Wife, Anna Duggar, Reportedly Facing ‘Financial Difficulty’ Ahead of Josh’s Trial

After Josh Duggar's arrest and TLC's cancellation of 'Counting On,' how is his wife, Anna Duggar, making any money? According to an insider, Anna's in a financial pinch. Here's what's allegedly going on.

by Lauren Weiler

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Duggar Delicacies: Tater Tot Casserole, BBQ Tuna, Yellow Pocket Angel Eggs, and More Bizarre Food Inspired by the ‘Counting On’ Family

The Duggars have shared some seriously bizarre recipes/food names through the years, including yellow pocket angel eggs.

by Produced by Digital Editors

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‘Counting On’ Fans Are Convinced Joy-Anna Duggar Is Pregnant Based on Her Social Media Activity

Fans of 'Counting On' are convinced that Joy-Anna Duggar is pregnant again based on her social media activity.

by Danielle Gibson

Michelle Duggar gazes at Jim Bob Duggar at the Values Voter Summit in 2010

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‘Counting On’: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Are All Smiles After Baby News Following Reports the Duggar Family Is Not ‘As Close’ Since Josh’s Arrest

‘Counting On’ stars Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar have been laying low since Josh Duggar’s arrest earlier this year. For the first time in months, the parents of 19 were spotted in public. But new reports claim the family is not ‘as close’ as they used to be in the wake of Josh's arrest.

by Perry Carpenter

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‘Counting On’: Jinger Duggar’s Siblings Visit Her in LA — But Fans Can’t Get Over Jana’s Outfit

Fans were thrilled to see Jana Duggar spending time with her younger sister, Jinger Vuolo, in California. But some were more distracted by Jana's outfit than anything else.

by Julia Mullaney

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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s Grandchildren: A Guide to their Ever-Growing Brood of Grandkids

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar's ever-growing brood of grandchildren IS hard to keep up with.

by Danielle Gibson

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‘Counting On’ Fans Debate Which Duggar Would Write the Best Tell-All Book — and You Might Be Surprised Who They Picked

Those who follow the Duggar family weigh in on which member would write the best tell-all book.

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Jana Duggar Shows Off Dramatic Hair Transformation Ahead of Rumored Wedding

Jana Duggar took to Instagram on August 25 to show off her new blonde locks. The former ‘Counting On’ star is rumored to be getting married soon, though there’s been no official engagement announcement from the controversial Duggar family.

by Megan Elliott

‘Counting On’ Critics Praise 1 Duggar for Being a ‘Role Model’ to Their Younger Siblings After Josh Duggar’s Name Was Disgraced

Former '19 Kids and Counting' star Josh Duggar has been in trouble with the law more than once. But critics praise one Duggar sibling for stepping up to be a role model for his younger brothers and sisters.

by Julia Mullaney

Duggar News: Josh Duggar Has Walked Back on Pornography Addiction Claims, New Court Documents Reveal

Former '19 Kids and Counting' star Josh Duggar was arrested in April on child sexual abuse charges. But he just recently denied having a pornography addiction, despite putting it in writing back in 2015.

by Julia Mullaney

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Duggar News: Court Documents Reveal Undercover Officers Secretly Visited Josh Duggar’s Car Dealership Prior to Searching the Property

Former '19 Kids and Counting' star Josh Duggar is facing up to 40 years in prison if convicted of child pornography possession and reception. And the investigation started long before anyone knew.

by Julia Mullaney

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Read the latest articles about Counting On

‘Counting On’: The Duggar Family’s Best and Worst Wedding Menus

‘Counting On’: Jim Bob Duggar Allegedly Losing Nearly $1 Million in Income After the Show’s Cancellation

Josh and Anna Duggar’s ‘Dream Home’ Has a History in the Duggar Family

Jill Duggar Included ‘Counting On’ Hashtag in Recent Instagram Post Despite Duggar Family Show Cancellation

The Complete Duggar Family Tree

Kody Brown and Jim Bob Duggar Reportedly Exploited Their Families for TLC Fame: Why Was This Allowed?

‘Sister Wives’ Mykelti Padron Claims She Was ‘Never Paid’: From ‘Counting On’ to ‘Honey Boo Boo’ What Other TLC Reality Kids Did and Didn’t Cash Out?

Anna Duggar’s Kids Reportedly Visit Josh Duggar ‘Regularly’ in Prison

Jinger Vuolo Discusses Awkwardness at Jason Duggar’s Wedding

Jinger Vuolo Just Assumed She’d Have as Many Kids as Possible Before Meeting Jeremy Vuolo

Joy-Anna Duggar Reveals a Sibling Ratted Her out for Breaking a ‘Courtship Rule’

‘Sister Wives’ Drama: Kody Brown’s Breakdown Over Meri Brown’s Move — and the Silent Judges Stealing the Scene

Is ‘7 Little Johnstons’ Canceled? New Season Premieres in January 2025 on TLC

‘The Summit’: Beckylee Plots to Eliminate a Rival [Exclusive Clip]

Jill Duggar Included ‘Counting On’ Hashtag in Recent Instagram Post Despite Duggar Family Show Cancellation

‘Counting On’: The Duggar Family’s Best and Worst Wedding Menus

Jana Duggar Wore Pants, and ‘Counting On’ Fans Are Shocked by Her Bold Fashion Choice

‘Counting On’ Is Canceled, But These Big Families Still Have TLC Shows

Josh Duggar’s Wife, Anna Duggar, Reportedly Facing ‘Financial Difficulty’ Ahead of Josh’s Trial

Duggar Delicacies: Tater Tot Casserole, BBQ Tuna, Yellow Pocket Angel Eggs, and More Bizarre Food Inspired by the ‘Counting On’ Family

‘Counting On’ Fans Are Convinced Joy-Anna Duggar Is Pregnant Based on Her Social Media Activity

‘Counting On’: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Are All Smiles After Baby News Following Reports the Duggar Family Is Not ‘As Close’ Since Josh’s Arrest

‘Counting On’: Jinger Duggar’s Siblings Visit Her in LA — But Fans Can’t Get Over Jana’s Outfit

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s Grandchildren: A Guide to their Ever-Growing Brood of Grandkids

‘Counting On’ Fans Debate Which Duggar Would Write the Best Tell-All Book — and You Might Be Surprised Who They Picked

Jana Duggar Shows Off Dramatic Hair Transformation Ahead of Rumored Wedding

‘Counting On’ Critics Praise 1 Duggar for Being a ‘Role Model’ to Their Younger Siblings After Josh Duggar’s Name Was Disgraced

Duggar News: Josh Duggar Has Walked Back on Pornography Addiction Claims, New Court Documents Reveal

Jill Duggar’s Net Worth: The Former ‘Counting On’ Star Is Worth About the Same as Her Sister, Jessa Duggar

‘Counting On’: Why Some of Jill Duggar’s Supporters Are Starting to Turn On Her

‘Counting On’ Viewers Just Compared Josh Duggar’s Mugshot to This Disney Character

‘Counting On’: Kendra Duggar Turns 23, and Critics Have Plenty to Say About It

‘Counting On’ Critics Slam Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo For Their New Luxury Car Purchase

Duggar News: Court Documents Reveal Undercover Officers Secretly Visited Josh Duggar’s Car Dealership Prior to Searching the Property