Jon Gosselin Speaks Out: I "Took a Lot of Abuse" from Kate
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In his first television interview since divorce papers were filed in June, Jon Gosselin lashes out at his estranged wife Kate for years of abuse during their 10-year marriage. "I took a lot of abuse from her. I was put down," he says on ABC's Good Morning America. "She'll call me like, almost like a lame fish. Like I wasn't going anywhere." See Jon Gosselin's biggest photo faux pas He also says that she often left him with the kids -- 9-year-old twins (Mady and Cara) and 5-year-old sextuplets (Hannah, Aaden, Collin, Joel, Alexis and Leah) -- because she was always away traveling. "Well, excuse me, I'm taking care of the kids. She's on book tours, she's doing all these things. You know, she's gone a week. You know, comes back. Packs up and leaves again," Gosselin, 32, says. "I'm standing there like, 'Oh, OK. Your mom's gone again.'" See how Jon and Kate Gosselin spent their summers apart Things have been tense since they've split, he says. The reality star recalls last month when police were called to the family's $1.1 million home in Wernersville, Pa., after Kate, 34, showed up unexpectedly when it was his time to be with the kids. See Hollywood's most famous home wreckers "I wouldn't let her in the gate," says Gosselin, who is now dating Hailey Glassman, 22, the daughter of a plastic surgeon who performed Kate's 2006 tummy tuck. "I said I'm spending time with my kids ... and she's going to have to leave and she tried to cry it up with the cops and it didn't work and they told her she had to leave." See the many women to whom Jon Gosselin has been linked since splitting with Kate The full Jon Gosselin interview airs on ABC's Primetime: Family Secrets, Sept. 8 at 10 p.m. ET.
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123Everyone talks about Kate rude to John, but John is the the one who is rude when they sit, and talk John always mumble his words like a 2year old no wonder she talk crapy to him John does seem a bit on the SLD side . She did have the kids in order thats how a house hold with that many children should be.
I'm a huge admirer of Kate Gosselin. I've loved the show for a couple of years because the spontaneous cuteness with the children is so precious. Back to Kate -- I've always marveled at how she comes up with unique and brainy ideas to teach the children things, maintain order, and make their lives creative. Can you imagine how crazy that house could be? Yet, the children seem bright and well-trained. She seems like a great mother to me. I remember the moment I lost respect for Jon (although he's always seemed too willing to lay back and let Kate direct the children) The moment was when the family was on an outing to a new place/new city and Kate had all the kids lined up and was walking with them (perhaps to a hotel to check in?). She asked Jon to go up front and "lead the family" and he REFUSED. He stayed at the tail end, leaving Kate to forge the path and determine where to guide the children. What kind of man has to be told to lead the family? What kind of man won't lead the family? Kate was leading all the kids and Jon as well. It was a new place, people were around, it could have been chaos -- but it wasn't because Kate, AS USUAL, stepped up. Bravo. I'm so tired of the game called "Knock the assertive, capable woman" and "Knock the assertive, capable woman who steps up when men fail." She has a lot of weight on her shoulders. The history is that when men don't step up, a woman will -- and she will justly lose respect for him. Don't blame her for her assertiveness, blame Jon for creating the vacuum. I'm sure Kate would much rather have an assertive husband. I BET any amount of money that husband would have been given wayyyy more respect and even deference than Jon. Men have to earn respect from women. He IS a lame fish and more. His behavior since his separation shows how childish and irresponsible he is, which makes me even more partial to Kate. His girlfriends will soon tire of him. Who wants such a whack man?
I always thought Kate was kinda bitchy, but now that I think about it... musta been pretty tough; eight kids and a bad figure and a husband who worked more then he parented. This is a classic example of what happens what you marry too young!
Wow- I have no idea who I should believe. I could have sworn I was on Kate's side; till I watched an episode of JON & KATE PLUS 8 and saw how NASTY she was to him. Plus, the interviews with Jon recently have been pretty convincing... Who the hell is right?
Jon Gosselin needs to read the book: "Being the Strong Man A Woman Wants: Timeless wisdom on being a man" to learn to show leadership, make decisions and stop being passive. Jon, you're the man, why did you let your wife prevent you from seeing your family and friends? Kate wanted you to be strong, but like a lot of men today, you probably thought you were being a nice sensitive guy. These challenges you faced were opportunities to push yourself to grow stronger and be the leader. Instead your passivity and now blame her for you being passive. People have little sympathy for a man who lets his wife control him and then blames her. Be the man!
Jon needs to quit whining. He needs to grow up and work with Kate so they can have a decent relationship for the sake of their kids. They both need to stop talking bad about each other in public and deal with their divorce like adults.
He prolly wasnt giving her what he needed in bed maybe thats why she was a bitch to him huh? he sure couldn't get her pregnate lol just look the kids are gonna see him bashing there mom on tv and hate him not kate and what does he want his wedding ring for? hes cheating on her. what a jackass
If Jon thinks this is going to make people like him after the selfish, un-fatherly things he's done, he's sadly mistaken. It's clear that he is just attempting to do damage control, but it's too little too late! Maybe Kate was a b***h, but you'd have to be with a 9th child for your husband. I predicted this man would decide he wanted to experience his freedom since they had 8 kids so young, but he should be focusing on his children. I haven't seen Kate hurling insults or doing anythng but spending time with her children, which is the way it should be. Instead of doing that and taking the high road as Kate is, Jon is airing all of his dirty laundry (and in my opinion, what seem to be half-truths) for his children to see one day. Is Kate sharing some information with the press, yes, but it's clear she's been very aware of what she's saying probably realizing her children will one day see it all. Jon, you need to grow up. If you think you're so wonderful, act it instead of trying to convince everyone. Unfortunately, I don't even know if this is possible anymore!
People seem to forget that in the beginning it was Kate that was staying at home with the babies. You may not recall this, but Jon said that he wanted to work. Kate was changing diapers, cooking meals and taking care of them while Jon was at work. Also, when Kate went out of town, she had to cook meals, because Jon said that he did not cook. Jon does not want to be a full-time father people. WHY DO YOU THINK HE BOUGHT AN APARTMENT IN NEW YORK? He's being ridiculous...and he's putting his children's future at risk. JON IS A LOSER. We are now seeing his true nature. Kate was dealing with this all along, now we know why she came off as being mean to that Loser.
Apparently everything is not coming up roses for Jon Gosselin these days. Girlfriend Hailey Glassman sent out a Tweet late Saturday night stating, “Sometimes in life if he looks like sh__, acts like a piece of sh__, and smells like sh__, it must be sh__--*Life lesson Learned early on.” LOL=LOL=LOL=LOL=LOL
What a pathetic loser. Many men stay home with the kids and others would love too. I do not consider that abuse. In addition, since he could not hold down a job or manage money, I understand why Kate insinuated he was a lame fish. He was Dumb, He never knew what to do or how to handle anything with out Kate's guidance. Jon has problems, big problems. If this is abuse?? HELLO JON, every spouse in America has been and gets abused everyday. BLAME KATE, NEVER TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANYTHING YOU SPINELESS LAZY MORON.
JON NEEDS TO STFU, HE IS JUST A GIRLY GIRL!!!
Jon is avery weak man.
Jon is avery weak man.
------------------>>>>How horrendous of Jon, He didn't like it that Kate was traveling making money for the Family, So he had the help watch their kids while he cheated and now he is spending the KIDS money---HERE IS PROOF THAT JON ONLY THINKS OF HIMSELF--> Jon minus Kate equals less money spent on the kids. Friends of Jon Gosselin claim the reality-show father of eight is acting more like "The Bachelor" - blowing his earnings from "Jon & Kate Plus 8" on his 23-year-old girlfriend Hailey Glassman and a ritzy lifestyle of high-end restaurants, shopping sprees and a fancy Manhattan pad. Ex-wife-to-be Kate Gosselin, meanwhile, is said to be playing the role of responsible mom, dutifully saving her end of the $75,000 per episode they each reportedly get from the TLC reality show. "Kate was the accountant in their family," a friend tells Foxnews.com. "She was in charge of the bank accounts and kept Jon on a tight leash and budget. He got a certain amount of money per week and that was it. Now that he's free of all that control, he's like a kid with play money." Gosselin, who has also been raking in the dough for pubic appearences at events like a Las Vegas party last week, is also accused of using his fame to score freebies for his kids. "He uses his 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' connections to get free stuff for the children, and then he pays for big ticket items for Hailey," the insider claims. "While he was in Vegas this weekend flirting with many other women, he bought Hailey expensive jewelry. Then he got tons of free candy for the kids. He needs to cut back on spending because once the show ends, the money will completely dry up." If the high cost of New York nightlife and a money-pit young mistress doesn't bust his bankroll, Gosselin's other major expense probably will - he reportedly rents a parking space in a Manhattan garage for his car.
I wish I had all the money these people have for doing absolutely nothing. I hope they are saving some for those precious kids.
Jon, stop your whining! Maybe, if you got a job, Kate would not have to be the breadwinner! It is your responsibility to take care of your children. You were not put down by Kate anymore than you put her down. You are also rude and sacarstic towards Kate. You had not right to send Kate away from her own home. She was nice enough to let you come into the home and spend time with your children and she could have made arrangements for you to have supervised visitation. If you are spending time with your children there is not a reason for you to need a sitter! Do you not realize that you have done damage to your family and that you can not undo it by saying hateful things about the mother of your children? Your children will eventually hear and see everything that you have done and said. Are you proud of yourself or what? You can not possibly be a good role model for your children if you are putting down their mother to the public! You need to shut up, grow up, go get a real job, and stop spending your children's money on things that are not for them. You should be ashamed of yourself!
It doesn't matter who treated who like what. The guy is a whiny little boy. A cheater and a liar. And if he didn't like the way she was treating him, it was his responsibility to talk with her and try to work it out or file for divorce. Instead,he forced Kate to file. He chose to hang out in bars, date a 23 year old and then move on to a hard partying, dope smoking 22 year old, while still married. He's a disgrace. He's 32 years old with 8 children. Disgusting. And Kate's brother and sister in-law are even worse. Selling your sister out for cash. They were paid over $10,000 an interview with several tabloids to dish. And I've watched the show from the very first episode and I never once saw her treat her sister in-law or brother badly. She always had good things to say about Jody and always complimented her cooking. Jody wanted her own show, and she didn't get it. Her harsh comments are pure Jealousy. What I saw was Kate taking care of her children and her home wonderfully with no help from Jon.
Jon complains about everything. While Kate was out promoting her book, bringing in money for the FAMILY, Jon was supposed to watch HIS kids. He refused. Now he is complaining about the kids. He didn't mind getting his SHARE of the loot that Kate helped provide. Now that he is out of the house and not under her influence, he is running around like a puppy out of its cage, loose women, drinking, smoking, up till all hours of the night.. Instead of looking for a decent job to support his family, he complains while spending the money that was earned by Kate touring, on drinking, smoking, pool parties in Vegas, Ed Hardy shirts and a ring for Hailey, $185,000 worth. Is he spending the kids money too? While he supports his "playboy" lifestyle, Kate will be hosting The View t.v. show and looking for ways to help supplement the money coming in. She was harsh at times I agree but he was lackadaisical and got fired from his job. He has dissed her in public and continues to destroy Kate the Mother of his kids to the Media. He deserves no SYMPATHY , He deserves a swift kick in his pathetic lame fish A_ _!
LOL look at this idiots go. KATE DIDN'T WRITE ANY BOOK. She's just taking credit for it. I mean cmon, Kate was BUSY taking care of the kids. Where did you get the time to write a book loser! Kate working? LOL, she's nothing but trailer trash. She can't even keep a friend or keep in contacts with family members. What makes you think she is normal? I'm surprised it took Jon 10 years to leave this trash.