TONTITOWN, ARKANSAS: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar released a note on their official site, explaining how the recently released documentary has affected them. It seems that the heads of the family are hurt by what was shown in 'Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets.' Besides covering the abuses and cover-ups, the docuseries also shows the 'cult-like' structure of the Duggar family.
Jim and Michelle took to the official page of the Duggar family to issue their statement about how they feel about the recently released docu-series. After getting it published, the patriarch also took the statement to the Instagram story to let their side know about the social media family as well. Jim and Michelle labeled the docuseries "sad" as they went on to explain how it affected their family.
Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar calls 'Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets' 'derogatory'
Jim and Michelle together issued a statement against 'Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets,' releasing on June 2, 2023. On behalf of the entire Duggar family, Jim and Michelle wrote, "The recent “documentary” that talks about our family is sad because in it we see the media and those with ill intentions hurting people we love." They then went on to claim that they are the same as that of any other normal family. "Like other families, ours too has experienced the joys and heartbreaks of life, just in a very public format," stated the heads of the Duggar family. Furthermore, they went on to slam Prime Video's docuseries, saying, "This “documentary” paints so much and so many in a derogatory and sensationalized way because sadly that’s the direction of entertainment these days."
Indirectly asking for privacy Jim and Michelle claimed, "We have always believed that the best chance to repair damaged relationships, or to reconcile differences, is through love in a private setting. We love every member of our family and will continue to do all we can to have a good relationship with each one." Ending the note on speaking about god, Jim and Michelle wrote, "Through both the triumphs and the trials we have clung to our faith all the more and discovered that through the love and grace of Jesus, we find strength, comfort, and purpose."
Jill Duggar releases new memoir 'Counting the Cost,' recalling horror of Duggar family
Jill Duggar and her husband Derick Dillard are ready to share their side of the story in a new book named 'Counting the Cost.' "For the first time, discover the unedited truth about the Duggars, the traditional Christian family that captivated the nation on TLC’s hit show 19 Kids and Counting. Jill Duggar and her husband Derick are finally ready to share their story, revealing the secrets, manipulation, and intimidation behind the show that remained hidden from their fans," reads the description of the book. The book claims, "For as long as they could, Jill and Derick tried to be obedient family members, they weren’t willing to rock the boat. But now they’re raising a family of their own, and they’re done with the secrets." Now that the red flags are clearly visible to Jill and Dereck, they are uncovering the truth about the Duggar family through their book.
The due date for 'Counting the Cost' is January 2024. On the other hand, 'Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets' will release on June 2 on Prime Video.
