More proof that even bad press is good press?
News that Jon Gosselin might be cheating on the mother of his eight kids, along with an expose that calls Jon and Kate out for a multitude of pandering sins that relate directly to their parenting, helped boost Jon and Kate Plus 8's TV ratings to the highest ever in their season finale on Monday night.
The episode got the most ever viewers of any one episode in its four seasons, and knocked out NBC, the CW, CBS, and Fox among women aged eighteen to thirty-four. In fact, of any ad-supported cable show in its time slot, Jon and Kate's finale had the most viewers in almost every demographic.
So why? Is it the controversy? Oh yeah.
There's rumor swirling that the Gosselins might be calling it quits on their show. Because of all the other rumors out there, from Jon's alleged cheating to Kate's harping prompting a divorce, the Gosselins have made it clear that they're starting to tire of the public eye.
But then again, maybe not. There are several episodes already banked, including a Gosselins go green episode set to air in April.
In a Q&A on their Website, the Gosselins have said they don't pay attention to negative press. "First of all, we don’t have time to worry about what people are saying
and second of all, we know that our show is benefiting so many people
that we need to continue. Any flack we receive is just typical stuff
that anyone on TV on a regular basis receives. Furthermore, although
this is the absolute hardest job (aside from raising 8 kids, that is)
that Jon and I have ever had, it is also the most amazing blessing that
we can be home with our children while working and when asked, all 8 of
our children agree…for now, we need to continue on…and so we will!"
They're certainly not hurting for money now - not with a $1.3 million home, book deals and dozens of speaking engagements (part of the controversy in the expose). It's very possible they could stay home now - without the cameras - and be just fine.
Do you think they will call it quits? Or do you see another year of Jon, Kate and their six kids?
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