The fifth season of Jon and Kate Plus 8 drew in a record number of viewers after rumors of a divorce fuelled the media. This season we’ve watched as the two parents of 8 children grew apart and started living what appeared to be very separate lives.
With the fate of their marriage unknown, viewers have been speculating a divorce for months now. On Monday June 22 – in a timeslot which was originally scheduled to air their Mother’s Day episode – Jon and Kate will sit down for a 1-hour special where they will reveal an announcement that will shock fans.
The commercial reportedly features Kate speaking in a statement where she reveals that the two (she and her husband Jon) have made some life-changing decisions.
Whether the couple will confirm their divorce has yet to be determined but we’re pretty sure these two have called it quits. The couple hasn’t been seen in public together (actually having a good time) for months now.
It’s really unfortunate that a family, who appeared happy a mere 5 seasons ago, is now in the middle of one of the most publicized divorce scandals of the decade.
These poor kids are going to pay for the price of fame and the choice to be famous wasn’t even theirs to begin with.
The only thing that could save their family at this point is if their announcement on Monday (June 22) is to confirm that they are taking a break from the show (or quitting the show for good) in an attempt to save their marriage and their family.
We hope their announcement marks the end of the show. Someone has to look out for these kids!
What do you think the announcement will be – and do you think this family can still be saved?
Check out our post on the Jon and Kate Divorce rumors with over 300 comments from loyal Jon and Kate Plus 8 fans!
Update: On June 22nd 2009 it was confirmed on the show Jon and Kate Plus 8 that Jon and Kate Gosselin filed papers in a Pennsylvania court, terminating their 10 year marriage. The show will continue with each parent filming with the children at different times.
Check out these photos of Jon and Kate during happier times:
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