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Fans of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" will get to see more of their favorite multiples on TLC soon.
The show about parents Jon and Kate Gosselin raising their twins and sextuplets has pre-taped a few original episodes that will air later this year, reports EW.com.
On Sunday, April 19 an hour-long special featuring the Gosselins going green will air in advance of Earth Day. Other episodes will air this summer.
A fifth season, however, is still up in the air.
The finale of the "Jon & Kate's" fourth season on March 23 scored the highest ratings for TLC ever, drawing 4.6 million viewers. Obviously the network and audience would like to see more of the Gosselins, but the subject of returning isn't so simple.
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Ever since stories of Jon Gosselin partying, drinking and playing beer pong with co-eds while he was away from his family began circulating, the family has been under even greater scrutiny, with divorce rumors flying. If the parents of America's favorite large family split, what will happen to the kids?
In the finale, neither Jon's shenanigans nor divorce are addressed, but the interview portion makes clear that the patriarch of the family has had enough of the spotlight and being recognized when he's out and about.
"We don't have privacy at all," says Jon in the finale. "When I go out, people photograph me. It's tough for me. I can't just be Jon; I have to be 'Jon & Kate Plus 8,' which is a really hard thing for me. I'm still coming to grips with that."
Excited for new episodes? Do you think there should be a Season 5 or should the Gosselins focus on their marriage?
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I'm excited about the new episodes. On the finale, I was glad to see them kind of touch on their marriage, even if they didn't talk about the stuff directly.
I would like to see another season, but not at the expense of their marriage. If they need to focus on their marriage then maybe it is better that they don't do another season.
I don't like the way that Kate talks to Jon, however, if he has a problems with it then he should tell her to stop or have them go to marriage counseling. But partying with college girls when you have 8 kids is just immature, pathetic, and sad. If he doesn't like being recognized, then maybe he shouldn't be partying with college girls in the first place. And I think he should remember all the great things the show has given him like is beautiful house. I think he should look at Jessica Simpson and where she is now. Jessica's head got too big for her reality show and her marriage. And now she is with a boyfriend that cheats on her and singing in Chili cook offs. Just sayin'.
I guess Kate chose her fake celebrity over her marriage and children. What a selfish B***H she is.
I don't like Kate, she's too bossy and she should be lucky that's all Jon's doing. I just think he's way too nice of a guy and he deserves better. Give the man the respect he deserves!
I absolutely love that family! I haven't been able to watch them for the past six months or so and really miss them. Kate is way too tough on Jon and if he has a problem with that running around is not the answer. They chose to bring all those beautiful children into this world, now they have the responsibility to fix their problems and get their lives back together for the sake of the children. Neither one should have to take the task of raising those kids alone, nor should they divide them up between each other... get it together guys, there's too much at stake to just throw it all away! There are 8 beautiful babies out there who love you both more than anything...
Jon, poor baby.....
U my friend are an adult, father of 8 childern and husband.
Now take a deep breath and grow up.
Jon, poor baby.....
U my friend are an adult, father of 8 childern and husband.
Now take a deep breath and grow up.
Honestly I think Kate is fortunate Jon has not left her yet. She treats him poorly. No one should have to live their life that way. She should treat him like a gem not a child. If she does not, another woman eventualy will.
I agree that if the show is affecting their marriage then it should end. Whatever happens I do hope they get some outside counseling. They have 8 great kids and their biggest problem seems to be communicating (no fingers pointed K*&e). Hope to see them next year but if not hope they work things out.
I have watched several episodes over the years but I can no longer stand it. Kate is horrible. I understand organization, consistency and schedules for such a group, but Kate is bossy, self-centered and totally lacking in empathy. Jon takes too much from her. The show should go away and they should go to counseling.
I'm willing to bet the rumors about Jon are at least SOMEWHAT true... not suprising at all that he is out there testing the waters, considering the fact that Kate is an insufferable shrew who needs to mind her tongue and thank her lucky stars for a decent man. I understand she needs to be organized for 8 kids, but that doesn't mean to continually pick on and criticize Jon, esp., in front of the cameras. Just imagine what happens when the cameras are OFF ! Yikes.
However, this does NOT excuse Jon's flirtatious behavior(If it is true) .. He really needs to put the smackdown on Kate and REFUSE to put up with her incessant put-downs. it is completely riduculous that he shrugs off being treated so poorly and disrespected. I hope they get some serious counseling. Because those kids deserve it. They are charming and sweet and I love watching their antics.