'Jon & Kate Plus 8' on hiatus after boring divorce announcement

Last night's show was eye opening in that it just really showed how selfish and immature Jon is. How can you think of getting a divorce with six 5 -year olds and two 8 year-olds??

Jon even said last night "Well, who knows what the schedule will be, this is all so fresh -- I MEAN, I COULD GET OFFERED A JOB." What?!? So he is moving to NYC and he might get offered a job -- but he is going to continue to be in his childrens' lives in Reading, PA?? Puhleaze.

Also, the fact that he felt it necessary to point out top viewers that he was "only 32" --well, by golly, he's got his whole life ahead of him!! Except, wait a sec Jon ... that's usually the kind of sentiment you hear from a single college grad who is embarking upon a new adventure. NOT a father of 8 who is an adult with adult responsibilities (whether he likes it or not). Jon wants to have fun. He wants to party. He wants to act like a teenager or kid in their early 20's -- diamond stud earrings and motorcyle and all! He may love his kids, but his actions will harm them.

Last night's show was eye opening in that it just really showed how selfi-absorbed and greedy Kate is. How can you think of getting a divorce with six 5-year-olds and two 8-year-olds?? (unless said children are making you TONS of money)

Kate should be nominated for worst actress for her performance last night. She doesn't want to be alone? Then why (according to her brother) was she the one to start the break-up with her "you can see anybody you want but you have to keep doing the show" contract?

I'm not saying that Jon is any better, but let's get real here. It took TWO people to break up that marriage, and any marriage counselor worth his salt will tell you that when a man feels like his wife doesn't respect him, he's going to find someone or something that will.

And let's stop with all the "Jon doesn't deserve respect" garbage too. He is a human being and a father of eight children, and is (was?) more deeply involved in his children's lives than Kate was (is?). That alone garners a ton of respect.

What, a stay at home dad is worthy of disdain, but a stay at home mom gets all the medals?

How do you go straight to divorce? If they really wanted to do what was best for the kids, they should have been in therapy trying to work it out. And if all else fails, then divorce. I just think Jon acted too quickly on this cause it seems like it was ultimately his decision. He probably got married too quickly and didn't really get a chance to sew his oats and so now he wants to do that. Also, Jon should have stood up for himself more when Kate would lay into him. To me, Kate didn't seem that mean, just very curt and blunt at times. I would have definitely been using the pimp hand with Kate, that's for sure!!

Totally agree w/Lisa's 10:31 a.m. post!

Sad fact, Jon was much better off when he was doing what he was told to do. Now that he's apparently doing what he wants to do, we get a front row seat to what Kate has probably been dealing with all along.And it ain't pretty.

Yes, she's shrill. Yes, she "ruled the roost" or "wore the pants" -- but have you seen anything about Jon Gosselin that makes you think he's able to take responsibility for leading that family? Cause I sure haven't. And oh, gee, now he's "still on the show" after all that whining about wanting out out of the limelight? All he wants is more play time and less daddy time.

I give Kate props for putting 10 years into trying to keep it together with a guy who appears to be self-centered, lazy and -- let's just admit it -- not very bright.

Course, I guess she should have known better than to marry such a slacker in the first place.

Still, Kate and the kids will be just fine. She'll keep it together for them.

For Jon, I predict a lot of seedy tabloid coverage of his efforts to pursue college girls in bars followed by embarrassing scandals of some sort. He can say he cares about his kids all he wants, but what he cares about is Jon's playtime.

I have watched this show from day one , At first I thought Kate was the best mom ever , I loved her but all this media crap is out of hand , What is really going on ? What about those 8 little babies ? All we ever hear is Kate this and Kate that who cares ? I think it is really really sad that this family is spilting up . and I also think TLC should have backed off long ago and let them try and work things out ,. Without the whole world watching , Just my opinion ,

Jon acted as if he were truly excited to be leaving the marriage so he can play around. He would not even try out a separation period. Sounds to me as if he already has someone on the side - foolish woman if she thinks she will be the only one in his future! My husband made that observation about Jon. And please Jon, you are not fooling anyone by stating you are doing what is best for the kids. Jon is one immature and self-centered man who is jealous of Kate's popularity with viewers. And by the way, most Moms who are with their kids day in and day out make the decisions about the kids. They don't have time to waste in being wishy-washy per getting things done or making decisions.

Kate was interesting and was the mover and shaker in trying to make money for the well-being of her family including Jon. Jon would have really be stressed out if he would have had to support that many kids on his salary alone! What a spoiled acting little boy he is.

Jon & Kate Plus Dr. Phil ? I think we got a winner here.

I could not believe what Jon was saying last night, I am only 32 but I love my kids. Jon, you are not that young. Yeah right you love yourself with your diamond earrings. Jon you are 32 with 8 kids brother. Please if you really wanted to make the married work you would go to counsel to save this marriage. I see right through you. You got turned out by another woman and now you think the grass is greener on the other side. Jon it is not. You have a beautiful wife. I know she can be ruff at times but she has to be like that because she has 9 kids. I am included you in the 9. Jon, go ahead an find another job that will take care your needs. How are you going to pay for childsupport Jon. Have you thought about that. If it was not for the show you would not have want you have today. You will see in the future that I am right. Jon are you crazy to walk away from your family. Go and have your fun that's all you want to do. With your sport car and bike. Can your kids fit in your sport car. How can you help out with your kids if you move to New York. You will have not have time for those kids. All the responsbility will fall on Kate. Did you get a place big enough for 8 kids.

Kate you will be fine. Keep God 1st in your life and stay prayful.

I think it's funny all you women blame Jon for this. Katie is at fault also.

I have to admit that I was hoping for an announcement other than the one that was made. I wanted to shake them both and ask what they were thinking?! Too many couples give up on a marriage too easily. I wonder if counseling has ever been considered . . . I mean counseling from a Godly and wise person. Perhaps their marriage and family should take priority over their TV careers. I pray that God will change their hearts and that they will find a way to stay together and to love each other as they do their children. God Bless!