The Duggar Family was quite problematic from the get-go. But TLC portrayed them to be something they are not. Amazon Prime’s latest docu-series about the family has opened many eyes and shaken everyone to the core. But after the premiere of the same, more problematic truths regarding the infamous TV family is coming into the limelight. Well, there have been claims that patriarch Jim Bob Duggar didn’t hesitate in disrespecting his kids’ privacy medically for their shows, 19 Kids And Counting and Counting On.
Counting On: Jim Bob Duggar Ignored His Kids Medical Privacy To Garner More Views?
The Duggar family has been strained ever since Josh Duggar’s crimes exposed the family. Amazon Prime’s Shiny Happy Family revealed their dark side further and the toxicity of their IBLP practices. Jill Dillard and Amy King from Counting On also shared their experiences for the show from when they were a part of the family. Since the disclosure of the docu-series, many people are coming forward to reveal more disturbing this about the Duggars. Tvshowsace reported that according to a Facebook blogger, life Is Not All Pickles and Hairspray, an inside source who worked with TLC while filming the family, spoke up.
Apparently, the source claimed that Jim Bob Duggar would have the final say when it came to what the network will be showcasing on the series. After all, the crew had hours’ worth of footage. It turns out the Duggar siblings were worried and embarrassed about looking silly on TV, especially after procedures like wisdom teeth removal. Despite their pleas, Jim Bob Duggar ignored it and showcased these moments on the show. Hence, Counting On fans got upset after realizing the head of the family violated his kids’ medical privacy for mere views.
Counting On: Jill Dillard Slams Father Jim Bob Duggar & TLC For Not Paying The Kids!
When child stars became part of the TLC, the network started a fund for them. They do so to pay them for their appearance on various shows. Then, when the kid turns 18, they are at liberty to use those funds as per their liking. But it looks like no such thing happened when it came to the Duggars. Jill Dillard opened up about the same during her segment on Shiny Happy People. The Counting On ex-castmate revealed that TLC didn’t pay her or her siblings. Hence, there were “no paychecks” for years of them starring in their family show.
Jill’s specific words were “no nothing,” “no cash,” and “no checks.” She also claimed to have seen “no cent” coming toward her or her brothers and sisters. As IBLP specifically teaches its followers to always obey and respect the patriarch, fans believe that all the kids’ funds directly went to Jim Bob Duggar. Jill’s husband, Derrick, also agrees with this theory. They found this unfair yet again. Keep an eye on TV Season & Spoilers for all the latest Counting On updates.