Jon & Kate Plus 8 Premiere Recap: May 25, 2009 (Photos)
Jon & Kate Plus 8 kicked off season 5 on Monday May 25, 2009. The long awaited new ‘first’ episode have finally aired on TLC, and many of us are viewing the reality show from a different perspective and a good deal of skepticism.
The show has morphed into something far removed from when Jon and Kate had no time for anything other than tending to family. The Gosselin’s have become very successful, receiving $50,000 per episode. This has allowed them to shed their old home and plunk down money on a $1.35 million dollar estate in Wernersville, PA.
Kate is no longer the ‘organic’ cook. She doesn’t do the laundry. The family has a personal chef, housekeeper, behind the scenes caregivers, a gardener and Kate has a personal assistant. So the ‘crazy life’ they used to speak of is history. That is not to say that things aren’t still crazy – just in a very different way.
Kate’s brother Kevin Kreider and his wife Jodi have shared the fact that the reality show IS NOT real. Even TLC has acknowledged that the couple are struggling with marital issues. We have also recently heard that the rift between Jodi and Kate occurred when TLC wanted to pay Aunt Jodi, and feature her more often on the show. Kate wouldn’t allow it.
We’ve heard that Jon has signed a contract that says he can do his own thing, provided he shows up on filming days. He is reported to be staying in an apartment over their three car garage.
On the new episode of Jon & Kate Plus 8, the birthday party planning and celebration activities were interspersed with candid snippets of conversation regarding the deterioration of the Gosselin marriage. Kate said, “Very swiftly we turned into two different people and it’s just hard.”
Kate admits that she has been hard on Jon while they have been raising the children. But she doesn’t believe that it has driven Jon to his current situation. She emphasized several times that he has made some very poor decisions and she has a lot of anger, and doesn’t appear willing to take any of the blame for his “erratic behavior”.
Recap continued below – including photos.
She admits that for at least the past six months, and probably longer, Jon has resented her extensive travel schedule while he has been left at home to tend to the eight children. Kate was quick to say that Jon has help at home and isn’t shouldering the burden all on his own, as some might think.
We heard Kate say multiple times that she loves what she does. Jon, on the other hand, can only be described as miserable. He looks puffy and like he may be on medication. His speech is slower and he seems less alert. Kate says he suddenly hates their fans. She admits that she used to as well but now really appreciates them – even the naysayers, because they keep her in line.
While getting the kids ready to head to the party store, Kate mentioned that Jon needed the weekend off and would not be home. This seems to lend credence to the rumors that they have been living apart. Kate has been relying more heavily on Cara and Mady when she is solo parenting.
Jon admitted that what started out to be a way to document his kids lives has turned into a business. He stresses that it is not the life he would have chosen, but it is the life he had handed to him when the sextuplets were conceived.
Kate loves her life but acknowledges that being on the road and away from the kids has a downside. Recently one of her kids called her by the babysitter’s name. It brought on a case of guilt, but she believes that as long as her brood is happy, healthy, safe and loved, then she will continue with the book tours and a full media schedule.
We saw tears from Kate as she shared the statistic that parents of multiples have triple the divorce rate. As far as what the future holds, they weren’t sure. While the couple are clearly heading in two different directions right now, they vow to remain focused on the kids.
The interaction on this episode between Jon and Kate was decidedly stilted. With one episode down and thirty-nine more to go, it seems likely that we will be seeing only one parent at a time with the kids in future segments.
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I feel for the children. No matter where they go to school they know there is problems between their parents. Has Anyone asked if Jon and Kate are going to a counselor? All they say(more Kate) is it is about the kids, it is about the kids. Well, yes, but the kids would like to see their mommy and daddy be together too. Instead of not working on the issue like most celebrities do, go to counseling and work on the issue!!
Kate and her EGO plus eight is NOT the same as Jon and Kate plus 8…..WAKE UP TLC. Pull the rug out from under the EGO witch. Poor john, quits his job for 2 years while she travels and does the book tour, sleeps with her bodygaurd and now blames the split on HIM….RIGHT….America isnt stupid. Some women may be biased toward Kate….but the rest of us ARENT STUPID.
I am in AWE!!!! I feel so bad for them. I watched the show occasionally before and thought their life was perfect and that those kids were very lucky to have two very Great parents!!! I still think that. Although Kate has dogged Jon on camera and belittled him in some of the worst ways in front of the nation, I know that was very embarrassing for him to say the least. No man wants to be belittled in anyway in private or public, I didn’t agree with that at all and I saw that as becoming a potential problem for their marriage in the future, but I can’t help but feel sorry for Kate…. She was so genuine on Mondays first episode and so hurt, my heart went out to her. Whether anyone wants to admit it or not, Kate has done Alot of the work taking care of the children and most of the time I watched as Jon griped about having to do this or that with the kids. Kate is very active in her kids lives, as much as she can be anyhow and she does alot of activities with her kids, they love their kids alot. I wish there was a way they could work through their problems and be all the better of a couple and parents for it. They say when the cat is away the mouse will play…Even though he claims not to have been cheating and they were just friends, ok that is very possible, but the only thing that makes that story bogus is….Why the need for him to remove his ring if it was just a friend then? That shows guilt…..There is only ONE reason a man removes his ring and that is…….CHEAT or intentions of CHEATING>>>
love them<333333
# 1 fan!!!
I have personally interacted with the Gosselins back in her pregnancy, helping care for her for 3 months. I am also a practicing Christian who values the true meaning of following Christ in a broken, fallen world. What I find really upsetting about this family is that it’s destroying credibility for those of us who are open about our struggles in our journey of life and with Christ at our side. There’s an air of self-righteousness and selfish-ness, and it’s infuriating. And, honestly, I saw the roots of this WAY back in her pregnancy as well, as they didn’t call providers by their names, express thankfulness for care, but rather helped convey a sense of entitlement and rudeness. Why drag God’s Word and being Christians into the show? Stop the labeling, alright… It’s a set-up for increased scrutiny and hypocrisy. At a time when they should be exhibiting HUMILITY as a prime opportunity to be REAL Christians, instead PRIDE and ANGER are prevalent. The flesh of the world and lust of the eyes have taken over their lives. I pray that God will convict them both, and that they will RESPOND IN HUMILITY, putting God and His Kingdom purposes first. They need major marital and individual counseling, as well as treatment for narcisstic and OCD personality disorders. I fear for the children’s future. Do what’s right and discontinue or suspend the show, Jon and Kate, or even TLC. It’s not about the $1 million mansions, first class traveling, and high-quality lifestyles. God wants to meet you in your brokenness, but you have to be willing to obey and follow God’s principles… We reap what we sow…
After watching the opening show of the new season on May 25th, I have lost all respect for Kate. Jon too for that matter as he slid down in his interview chair looking all angry at a situation he may have created to begin with, mumbling & red faced. As for Kate, who I used to defend in the earlier days when folks claimed she was too compulsive & too nasty to Jon, showed her true colors in the episode by shooing the kids away from her and not wanting to deal with a particular issue they were having. The look on Kate’s face was one of total disdain for her kids. She made it seem like she had zero interest in them. She gave the impression the kids are just a big pain in the neck and she hasn’t got time for them. Kate came off like a prima donna who can’t involve herself in this child rearing business, but only in the business of making money from the show.
AMEN!!!
Kate is a miserable, publicity-seeking harpy. She loves being in the limelight by her own admission, and if she has to use her children to do it, so be it. For the love of God, stop watching this show so it will die a merciful death…
Woah… what a shambles!
Ok..here in the UK i know we`re some way behind you guys ,but even in the 3rd season ,it was becoming obvious there was trouble in kiddie paradise..
Now ,we`ve had a glimpse (I`ve a feeling over here ,they`ve already cancelled all future shows ,as we`ve reverted back to old reruns)…of the new season (5)…I`m amazed that a company as reputable as TLc still run ,what is so obviously a lie.
I know this is an oft asked question ,but i`ll still ask it…..WHY oh WHY ,when her world is falling apart around her..her husband is most definately wanting “Out” of the show ,and her children need her most…is Kate STILL insisting on parading around the us…to sign books for ppl ,who ,if they knew truly how “Fake” this parody of a reality show is….i`m sure wouldn`t turn up ,OR buy what she constantly says is a” record of how much her kids were wanted”..
PLEASE!!..IF this is the case Kate..PROVE IT!
GO home…look after those precious children…the public coped without you before…and believe me ,they will again!
(oh ,and stop telling the kids about the paparazzi ,and then shouting at them when they ask WHO the “P” ppl are!)….Talk about blowing your own trumpet!!
I think we`ve ALL heard enough!
kate’s a bitch she’s smart but not that smart. she thinks that show will last but its going in the other direction. she just wants the fame and thats it. soon she will stop caring about her children the nannys will do all the work. i love jon he is a good dad. she just wanted to trap him and she did. but he is very sexy and smart he just needs to man up a little slap her around a little. she is a controlling bitch. im glad he cheated. your not asain bitch either. jon do your thang baby. and for kate enjoy your 10 minutes bitch because thats all ur going to get. and that maddy…needs her
I have relatives in the Gosselin’s OLD neighborhood. They were not liked. Kate had a arrogant,better than thou attitude. She refused donations (her father’s church) of clothes that were used/ didn’t match. She wanted ONLY freebies from various clothing (GAP) companies. How revolting their pretense of Christianity (renewing vows). A bodyguard (Kate). Excuse me but as a ‘Christian’ it is imperative to quell any suspicions. There are NUMEROUS qualified women body guards (even Secret Service – duh).
They were nothing without those kids/ They are worse than the Octo-mom. At least she didn’t pretend! Kate and Jon have exploited those kids to the hilt. My God they’ve spent millions on themselves; from hair implants – plastic surgery – designer clothes – personal assistant – CHEF – cars – motorcycles etc (in this a time of great need for MANY). What a shameful legacy (Kate the drama queen) for their kids to watch.
Jon is a whining wimp – together they are tweedle dumb and tweedle dumber. Kate really things she’s an Oprah, Paris Hilton, Super Star (DUH). Without those dear children they are ZERO. I loved their show (before grasping greed – arrogance ) in the beginning/ until I witnessed Kate treating her husband like an illegal immigrant servant/ do this, do that, fetch this – WHERE WERE YOU – JON GET IN HERE etc.
My God people are living in their cars/tents; and these two selfish mutants, in their MANSION (thanks to kids working) – have the audacity to moan/ looking for new loves!! Well new lusts; since they are incapable of real LOVE – “Love is patient, kind, long suffering, love never sees a suffered wrong, love hopes all things, forgives all things, LOVE is unconditional.” II Cor chapt 13. I will NEVER watch them again/ What goes around comes around.
They best take heed of what’s happening in the world around them. Selfish – narcissistic – self centered – arrogant etc. Instead of spending tens of thousands on their own selfish WANTS they might look around/ oh I forgot this is all about (SOB) them. DISGUSTED PS their old neighbors are thrilled that they’re gone / they ruined the neighborhood – acted like it was ONLY their street.