The Duggar Family Showbiz Cheat Sheet

The Duggar Family
NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 11: The Duggar family visits "Extra" at their New York studios at H&M in Times Square on March 11, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images for Extra)
The Duggar Family
The Duggar family is one of the largest families in the United States with 19 kids. The Duggars rose to prominence on the TLC reality series 19 Kids and Counting and its spinoff Counting On, though they also appeared on TV prior to these shows. The Duggars are devout Baptists and do not believe in birth control. Following a miscarriage, Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar decided to stop using the pill and leave it up to divine intervention to determine how many children they had — which is how they ended up with 19 kids. The Duggar family has been a source of controversy not only for their unconventional values and conservative views. In 2015, it became public that eldest son Josh Duggar had sexually abused four of his sisters plus another girl. He also admitted to cheating on his wife, Anna Duggar, and using the Ashley Madison site for extramarital affairs. Josh Duggar later was convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material and is now serving a prison sentence.
Parents: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Children: Joshua, Jana, John-David, Jill, Jessa, Jinger, Joseph, Josiah, Joy-Anna, Jedidiah, Jeremiah, Jason, James, Justin, Jackson, Johannah, Jennifer, Jordyn-Grace, and Josie Grandchildren: Mackynzie, Michael, Marcus, Meredith, Mason, Maryella, and Madyson Duggar (parents: Josh Duggar and Anna Keller); Grace Annette Duggar (parents: John-David Duggar and Abbie Grace Burnett); Israel, Samuel, and Frederick Dillard (parents: Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard); Spurgeon, Henry, Ivy, and Fern Seewald (parents: Jessa Duggar and Ben Seewald); Felicity and Evangeline Vuolo (parents: Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo); Garrett, Addison, and Brooklyn Duggar (parents: Joseph Duggar and Kendra Caldwell); Bella Duggar (parents: Josiah Duggar and Lauren Swanson); Gideon and Evelyn Mae Forsyth (parents: Joy-Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth), Truett Oliver Duggar (parents: Jedidiah Duggar and Katey Nakatsu)
Learn more about the Duggar family on their website.
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Jill Dillard Reveals IBLP Teaching That Kept Jim Bob Duggar in Control of His Adult Children
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Derick Dillard Reveals How Much He and Jill Duggar Were Paid for Her Tell-All Memoir
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Is Anna Duggar Stuck in Her Marriage to Josh Duggar?
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How Many Minor Children Live With Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Now That They Have Relinquished Custody of Their Nephew
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The Duggar Family: The 3 Strangest ’19 Kids and Counting’ and ‘Counting On’ Episodes Ever

Counting On

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Jill Duggar Has ‘Healthy Boundaries’ With Parents Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar

Jill Duggar recently described her relationship with Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar as "complicated."

by Megan Elliott

Published on November 4, 2024

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"Just married" written on a car's window

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Newly Married Jason Duggar Met His Wife Less Than a Year Ago

Jason Duggar married Maddie Grace on Oct. 3 in Newport, Tenn. The couple got engaged in late August.

by Megan Elliott

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Jinger Duggar Has Written Another Book — What to Expect From ‘People Pleaser’

Jinger Duggar opens up about her efforts to overcome her people-pleasing tendencies in her second solo book.

by Megan Elliott

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

‘Big Family, Big City’: The De La Mottes Spend $900 a Week on Groceries

Amber and Mark De La Motte spend nearly $4,000 a month to feed their family of 13 in New York City.

by Megan Elliott

Published on February 23, 2025

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Portrait of Matt, Amani, and Any from '90 Day Fiance' Season 11 on a red background

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’90 Day Fiancé’ Isn’t Amani and Matt’s First Reality TV Show

Matt and Amani are part of the first-ever '90 Day Fiancé' throuple. But it's not their first experience with reality TV.

by Megan Elliott

Just Married signs on a white background

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‘Married at First Sight’ Season 18 Decision Day Predictions: Will Anyone Stay Married?

Will 'Married at First Sight' go 0-5 in its 18th season? There's hope for at least one pair.

by Megan Elliott

Photos of Josh Duggar and Anna Duggar’s Kids Posted to Instagram for the First Time Since Josh’s Arrest

Fans and critics of the Duggar family have been wondering what's going on with Josh Duggar and Anna Duggar's kids since Josh's arrest. Recently, the Duggar Family Instagram posted photos of their six children. Here's what was posted.

by Lauren Weiler

Jessa Seewald, Jinger Vuolo and Jana Duggar appear together on 'Extra' in New YorK City

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Duggar Family: Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo’s Sneaker Collection Is Worth a Decent Amount of Money

Now that Jinger Duggar is Jinger Vuolo, she's enjoying the finer things in life. Jinger and her husband, Jeremy Vuolo, have abandoned all money-saving tactics and are laying down some serious dough for their sneaker collection. Between the Jordans and the Air Max 90s, the LA couple owns thousands of dollars worth of sneakers.

by Andrea Francese

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

Jinger Duggar in the center of the Duggar family on the set of 'Extra'

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Jinger Duggar’s Baptism Might Distance Her Further From the Duggar Family, Critics Suspect

Jinger Duggar recently posted about getting baptized for the second time -- and Duggar family critics suspect this second baptism will actually push her further away from her famous family. Here's what's going on on social media.

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.

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What Does John David Duggar Do for a Living?

John David Duggar is the third child in the Duggar family and twin of Jana Duggar. Besides appearing on TLC's 'Counting On,' what does he do for a living?

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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

Duggar News: Jed Duggar Makes Coronavirus Joke to Announce First Child

Jed Duggar broke Duggar news by announcing he and his wife, Katey, are expecting their first child. But he made the announcement by tacking on a coronavirus joke that didn't fly with many Duggar family followers. Here's what he wrote.

by Lauren Weiler

Josh Duggar News: Attorneys Claim Josh’s ‘Body Parts’ Were ‘Manipulated’ and ‘Posed’ for Unnecessary Photo

Photos of Josh Duggar were allegedly taken during his arrest -- and now, his attorneys want those photos gone. Here's what's going on in the world of Duggar news and Josh's arrest.

by Lauren Weiler

Jana Duggar Photo Pose Proves She’s Not Engaged, Duggar Family Critics Think

Duggar family fans and critics suspect Jana Duggar is gearing up for marriage to Stephen Wissmann. But a recent photo of Jana and Jinger Duggar might prove everyone wrong. Here's what the photo shows -- and what critics think.

by Lauren Weiler

Josh Duggar’s Trial: Everything We Know About the ‘Witness’ Who Worked for Josh and Spoke to Investigators

Josh Duggar of the Duggar family was arrested in April 2021. Recent reports note a person in the court documents listed as 'Witness #1' spoke to authorities about working with Josh. Here's what went down.

by Lauren Weiler

Anna Duggar’s Brother Once Offered to Pay for Anna to Move Away From Josh Duggar

Josh Duggar was arrested in April 2021, and it seems like his wife, Anna Duggar, is standing by his side. Now, we're looking back at the time when Anna's brother begged her to move away from Josh and even offered to pay for the move.

by Lauren Weiler

Josh Duggar ‘Really Thinks’ He Won’t Be Charged With Alleged Crimes, Duggar Family Source Shares

Josh Duggar of the Duggar family found himself in hot water after his April 2021 arrest. Now, a source allegedly close to the family suggests Josh thinks he'll walk free despite the evidence reportedly stacked against him.

by Lauren Weiler

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Duggar Family Followers Theorize Jana Duggar Is Going Through a Breakup

At 31, Jana Duggar would be considered an older bride in her social circle if she were to get married. While it was rumored that Jana was finally in a courtship, she never confirmed the relationship. If Jana was with Stephen Wissmann at some point, Duggar family followers think that the love affair is over. Jana might be traveling to shake things up after a breakup.

by Andrea Francese

Josh Duggar Once Said His Courtship to Anna Duggar Was About ‘Choosing Purity’

Josh Duggar was arrested in April 2021, and Duggar family followers anxiously wait to see what his wife, Anna Duggar will do. Now, we're taking a look at the humble beginnings of Josh and Anna's marriage. And Josh once said he chose 'purity' with Anna. Here's what happened.

by Lauren Weiler

Duggar Family Critics Noticed Michelle Duggar Put Fake Hair on Josie Duggar as a Baby

Josie Duggar is the 19th Duggar family child, and family critics noticed Michelle Duggar used to put fake blond pigtails on her as a baby. Here's what family critics are talking about, plus more about why the Duggars love long hair on women.

by Lauren Weiler

Josh Duggar’s Arrest: Why Jim Bob Duggar May Prevent Josh From Going to Trial

Josh Duggar was arrested in April 2021 on suspicion of obtaining child sexual abuse content. Now, he's set to go to trial in November 2021. But Duggar family fans suspect Jim Bob Duggar will convince Josh to take a plea deal. Here's why.

by Lauren Weiler

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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

’19 Kids and Counting’: How the Duggar Family Landed Their Original Show

By the time TLC canceled the Duggar family amid mounting pressure, they had worked with them for 17 years. The Duggars spent so much time on TV that it's hard to remember how it all began. To hear some tell it, it started with a magazine photo. If you believe the rumors, Grandma Mary Duggar orchestrated the entire media empire.

by Andrea Francese

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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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