Since Josh Duggar went to jail for his heinous crimes, Duggar News followers understood that everything is not what it seems. Earlier, they used to be fond of the infamous family and their lifestyle. TLC let them have not one but two reality shows but they cancalled them after such horrendous cases. Since then, lots of shocking truths have come out about the Duggar family. A docuseries exposed them more.
The Shiny Happy People docuseries that premiered in 2023 had all about how Bill Gothard’s teachings affected the family. Another shocking element was Jill Duggar being present in the show as a whistleblower. Well, another trailer for Shiny Happy People’s new season is out and the fanbase is in a frenzy. So, will the docuseries continue to expose the Duggar family futher? Let’s find out.
Duggar News: How Did Shiny Happy Family Affect The Duggars?
It was shocking when Duggar News followers got to see the trailer for Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets. It was all about the family’s troubling ties to the radical religious organization, the Institute in Basic Life Principles, or IBLP. The expose was all about how the gendered norms are instilled in everyone who follows IBLP and how it begins to affect the kids from a very young age.
Another shocking reveal was that none of the 19 kids were paid for their appearance for the multiple seasons. The show had reframed them as beneficiaries and not stars of the IBLP machine. There was also a focus on Josh Duggar’s CSAM and molestation case, and Jill Duggar took center stage to talk about her family in the show as well. Now, there is confirmation about another season. Are Duggars coming back?
Duggar News: Will Duggars Star In Shiny Happy People Season 2? What Will It Be About?!
Last year, Duggar News followers found out that the second season of Shiny Happy People was already in production. Some of them are already speculating that the new season will dig deeper into the Duggar–IBLP connection. After all, Season 1 focused heavily on Bill Gothard and his influence on the family. Viewers have been assuming they’ll be front and center again in Season 2.
Well, details about Season 2 are out now, and the title for it is going to be A Teenage Holy War. Hence, it will shift the focus to evangelical teen movements, Christian rock, and purity‑pledge stadium events. Also, pop‑culture tactics aimed at youth are at the heart of this story. So, no, the Duggars won’t be making a return.
Instead, Season 2 examines how fundamentalist Christian groups have used music and mass events to sway teenagers. Expect a revealing look at youth ministry as a cultural phenomenon. Would you still be tuning into the new season? Tell us in the comments below. Keep an eye on TV Season & Spoilers for more Duggar News updates.