Yes. Divorce papers were filed June 22, 2009 and the divorce was finalized in December 2009. See the Reading Eagle: Divorce Papers link for a pdf of the divorce filing.
Their reality show 'Jon & Kate Plus 8" was on production hiatus from June 22 until August 3, 2009. On return, limited new episodes were broadcast as TLC as the Gosselins renegotiated their contract, lives, and shooting schedule.
According to MyFox Philly, the Gosselin's divorce as intitially slated to be finalized on October 20, 2009. See article My Fox Philly: Gosselin Divorce Date Set for October 20, 2009 under the Related Links for this question.
September 29, 2009 Jon Gosselin filed for a 90-day extension to the divorce proceedings. See article USA Today: Jon Gosselin Files Papers to Delay Divorce under Related Links.
October 6, 2009 - The divorce drama - accusations, public interviews and ad hominem attacks continue. See Reading Blog link for the latest filings related to the Gosselin's divorce.
December 21, 2009 - The Gosselin's divorce was finalized.
The Gosselins' relationship continues to bee a hot topic in the news and the blogs.
The ever changing drama between the couple is exposed for public consumption by the couple as they negotiate their relationship moving forward. The situation is rapidly evolving, but don't worry.. there are books, photo ops, and media appearances regularly being pushed forward all for the sake of the children.
The situation is rapidly developing.
Is this the "realist reality show out there?" Experts say it is unlikely.
There is a lot of gossip about Jon and Kate being unhappy with the current state of their marriage, and with both Jon and Kate being featured on 40+ magazine covers in the weeks leading up to the June 22, 2009 announcement of the divorce proceedings.
According to RadarOnline (see Related Links for the full article), a representative of Jon Gosselins stated:
"It is certainly hurtful for people to spread rumors and lies about us. It certainly makes me reluctant to live my life like the average person would. This has made it very clear that the simplest innocent gesture -- such as taking a picture with a fan, can be taken out of context.
"As you can see on the show, I am not perfect, but I am a part of a loving family and couple."
See the discussion board for this question for answers, rumors and speculation leading up to the formal filing of the divorce papers.
Jon and Kate Gosselin filed divorce papers to end their 10-year marriage on June 22, 2009. They have yet to appear in court. As for custody of the kids, they will share. The kids will live full time in the couple's central Pennsylvania home, while Jon and Kate take turns staying there and parenting them. Kate stated that she would be around for the holidays no matter what.
The Gosselin's divorce was initialized by Kate Gosselin. In the court records, she filed the divorce papers for divorce.
No, Jon and Kate Gosselin's marriage ended in divorce. Kate Gosselin filed for divorce on June 22, 2009 - and the divorce was finalized in late 2009. Although they were separated most of 2009, their divorce was not official until December.
No. December 2009, Jon and Kate Gosselin's divorce was finalized.
Jon and Kate Gosselin would probably take turns caring of the kids.
Yes. The Gosselin's divorce was finalized in December 2009.
Jon and Kate submitted papers to initiate divorce proceedings on June 22, 2009.
I think Kate Gosselin is not having an affair, but that Jon was. They have now filed for divorce.
Kate Gosselin lives in the large family home that was purchased prior to her divorce from Jon Gosselin in Wernersville, Pennsylvania.
Kate Gosselin filed for a divorce June 22, 2009. As of September 20, 2009, their divorce is not yet finalized.
Yes. Kate Gosselin was frustrated with Jon Gosselin (who was called useless by Kate's bodyguard.) She filed for the divorce, and she has made numerous negative comments about her childrens' father in media interviews, tweets and blog posts. No secret about how Kate Gosselin feels.
No, Jon and Kate Gosselin announced their separation and intention to divorce during a pre-recorded episode Houses & Big Changes aired on June 22, 2009.
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