Defining The Network
Not only did the success of Jon & Kate Plus 8 lead to the fame of the Gosselins, but it also helped TLC tremendously. Both their show and Little People, Big World became staples of the network. Those shows also led to the tagline, “Life surprises.” Then TLC also aired 17 Kids and Counting and other popular shows like The Little Couple, My 600-Lb Life, Sister Wives and of course, Toddlers & Tiaras, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo.
Defining The Network
Dealing With The Fame
Shortly after that record-breaking season four finale aired, an interview with Jon Gosselin was published in Ladies Home Journal. He told the interviewer that his life took a turn with having eight children and the show. Jon said, “I always thought I’d be, like, 54-years-old and marry a 19-year-old or something.” While Kate said even though fame brought challenges, she “wouldn’t return to those days” before all her kids were born. She elaborated in an episode of the show, saying, “It’s a lot of work. It’s the best thing and it’s the hardest thing I think that’s ever happened, just our show in general. I personally have the ideal job. I love what I’m doing at this time. But it has gone through phases for all of us. Jon feels frustrated.”
Dealing With The Fame