Kate Gosselin's Comeback: From Reality TV Star to $30-an-Hour Nurse Amid Financial Struggles
EXCLUSIVE: Kate Gosselin's Shocking Financial Reveal - Reality TV Star Speaks Out on Divorce Debts and $30 an Hour Nursing Job
In a stunning revelation, former reality TV star Kate Gosselin has opened up about her financial struggles in the wake of her highly publicized divorce from ex-husband Jon. The 50-year-old mother of eight, who rose to fame with their TLC series "Jon & Kate Plus 8," has been working 12-hour shifts as a nurse in pediatric home health care, earning around $30 an hour - a far cry from the luxurious lifestyle she was once accustomed to.
In a candid TikTok video, Kate dropped some bombshell revelations about her financial situation and the devastating effects of their divorce on their family's finances. When one fan commented that they thought she'd be "set for life" after the TLC show, Kate shot back with a stark reminder: "I wish! I spent sooooooo much money on attorneys. That killed us!"
It appears Kate is still reeling from the high costs of her divorce, which was finalized in 2009. Despite gaining primary custody of their eight children and ownership of their family home, Kate's ex-husband Jon later secured sole custody of Collin and his sister Hannah in 2018.
But what about all that TLC show money? Another fan asked Kate to explain where it went, and she revealed the jaw-dropping truth: "Honestly? Providing for 8 kids, college funds which I am proud to say covered all of their college and more... and LAWYERS." Kate lamented that the astronomical costs of her divorce - estimated to be in the millions - have left her family strapped for cash.
Kate's fans were shocked by her frank admission, but she quickly followed up with some reassurance: "It's okay. I'm helping other families now and I feel needed and I enjoy helping!" The mother-of-eight also revealed that she has been a nurse for an impressive 28 years, working in pediatric home health care.
When asked about the current living arrangements of her college-age children, Kate shared some heartwarming news: "Some of them will live with me at home in between semesters. It's nice to have some time together." But it seems Kate still has a soft spot for their family home in Pennsylvania - she confessed that she misses it and the memories they made there when her kids were younger.
It's no secret that Kate Gosselin has faced financial struggles since leaving reality TV behind, but this is the first time she's been so open about the difficulties she's encountered. A source claimed last year that Kate was "hurting for money" and "still trying to get a new show," but it seems her focus now lies in helping others as a nurse.
But what about Collin Gosselin, Kate's estranged son? The 21-year-old has been making headlines with his own shocking claims of abuse and neglect at the hands of his mother. In a recent TikTok post, Collin alleged that he was "forced apart" from his siblings and "pitted against each other." He even shared a heartbreaking message to his estranged family members: "Born to be a team, us against the world... Forged apart, pitted against each other."
When asked about his relationship with sister Hannah on TikTok, Collin revealed that they're still close - but their schedules are too busy for frequent meetups. "She's so funny and I love her," he said of his sister.
But it's clear that Collin Gosselin is speaking out against his mother Kate in a bid to set the record straight about their tumultuous family history. In an interview with The U.S. Sun last year, Collin claimed that his mother "zip-tied his arms and legs and locked him in basement as a child" - allegations that Kate has yet to deny.
With the release of his new book, which he's calling "an exciting opportunity," Collin Gosselin is breaking his silence on the traumatic experiences he endured at the hands of his mother. It seems this story is far from over...
Sources: thescholarlynote.com
