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Jon's Lawyer: TLC Is a "Monster" that "Exploited, Manipulated" Family

Thursday – October 01, 2009 – 5:45pm

 

Jon Gosselin's lawyer is lashing out at TLC -- which called the reality dad "erratic" after he tried to halt production of Kate Plus 8.

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In a statement to Usmagazine.com, Gosselin's lawyer, Mark J. Heller, says:

"As legal counsel for Jon Gosselin, I am totally confident that he will be completely successful in his quest to take back control of his family and preserve, protect and ensure their future well-being by putting the brakes on his divorce and pulling the plug on TLC, the media giant that he perceives as a monster that has exploited and manipulated his family and has been partially responsible for the breakdown of his marriage.

"Jon is resolved not to allow the TLC corporate machine to devour his family and promote the monster's best interests over those of his family.  

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"TLC and Discovery have been reputed to have generated approximately $186 million dollars for the quarter -- compliments of the Gosselin family, and Jon firmly believes that their greed to continue that cash flow will be trumped by his courage and determination to protect his family."

Earlier Thursday, Kate, 34, released a statement slamming Jon, 32.

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"I'm saddened and confused by Jon's public media statements. Jon has never expressed any concerns to me about our children being involved in the show and, in fact, is on the record as saying he believes the show benefits our children and was taping on Friday with the kids," she said.

 

 

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  • October 05, 2009 - 3:47pm TLCisGarbage Says:

    I would act the same if I was married to such a succubus! Then again I would have left that vile she beast long before Jon had. It seems that Grandma and several other posters are succubuses too!
  • October 04, 2009 - 2:17pm Jon is showing all the signs of being Bipolar Says:

    Jon is really mentally unstable now. If those children need PROTECTION from someone it is their FATHER JON. He can not even speak coherently, he shows that he has very different personalities within. Most of the time Jon is ANGRY. This SEXUAL AGGRESSION he has is a very serious issue and if I was Kate I would demand he only have supervised visitation. those children need to be PROTECTED FROM THEIR BIPOLAR SCARY CRAZY FATHER. HE MAY SERIOUSLY HARM THEM. JON NEEDS HELP PRONTO!!!!
  • October 03, 2009 - 7:53pm JON IS HIS OWN MONSTER Says:

    I CANNOT BELIEVE JON CALLED TLC A MONSTER?? AND THEN SAID THEY EXPLOITED HIS LIFE?? TLC MADE HIM FAMOUS TRUE...BUT IT ENDS THERE...TLC DID NOT FORCE JON TO GO OUT AND DRINK WITH COLLEGE GIRLS, OR FORCE HIM TO CHEAT, OR FORCE HIM TO SAY DISGUSTING VILE THINGS ABOUT HIS WIFE ON NATIONAL TELEVISION, TLC DIDN'T FORCE HIM TO SCREW THE BABYSITTER, ETC ETC. JON IS HIS OWN M.O.N.S.T.E.R!!
  • October 03, 2009 - 12:05pm Peaches Says:

    Jon did you have a EPIPHANY of me lately? We had such a good time in LAS VEGAS having that ORGY in your Hotel room, You are such a sex crazed freak, I hope you come to VEGAS to see me again soon, I will have a drink and my friends ready for you. wink wink , XOXOXO Peaches
  • October 03, 2009 - 11:28am Anonymous Says:

    No Jon, TLC did not exploit your children, YOU and Kate exploited your children. When are you going to start taking responsibility for your own actions? The only reason you want to pull the plug is because you have been fired from this the piece of garbage show. You have the emotional maturity of a teenager and your wife is a greedy, money grubbing witch. What is up with her walking around with a "bodyguard"? Who does she think she is, Princess Diana? It's time for both of you people to grow up, take responsibility for your own behavior, get real jobs and support those kids on your own without parading them around like circus animals. I can't imagine either of you working a real 8-5 job now that you both of you have tasted the jet set lifestyle. I doubt that either of you have saved a dime either. I'm sure that house of your will go into foreclosure after this money train ends. Both of you dummies will end up like most lotter winners, broke as a joke.
  • October 03, 2009 - 9:29am FAMILY SUCKS Says:

    TLC SUCKS AND SO DOES EILEEN.....UNPLUG THE STUPID REALITY SHOW, THE WHOLE FAMILY IS USELESS
  • October 03, 2009 - 2:54am Anonymous Says:

    TLC a Monster and exploited you? Oh get real Jon! You were soliciting on the phone and internet for freebies before the six children were born. You bragged that you would never have to work again. Source Phillymagazine March 2009. Jon's side jobs got him fired according to the former employer. For over 5 years Jon has panhandled into a life of leisure at the expense of his children. He knew what he was doing then and knows what he is doing now. The guy does not tell the truth or accept responsibility for his actions. Hope TLC and their legal team take Jon to the cleaners. Then Jon might really have to work for a living and know the value of a dollar.
  • October 03, 2009 - 1:30am Picking sides is not what this family needs Says:

    Whatever the reason the end result will hopefully be the plug being pulled on this show. The kids are older now and need their privacy; it was time to end it anyway. Oh, and they will not be homeless or in danger of not being able to make it day to day, this family will be fine. There are tons of big families out there right now doing it. Jon and Kate had careers out of the limelight before, they can do it again, and should for their kids. It’s a matter of downsizing, living on a budget, and watching spending, just like other. Plus, I am sure if they were smart they have investments that will continue to produce for them and savings for the children’s' future. Ugh, and stop the Kate vs. Jon silliness! This isn't team sports, it's a family!
  • October 03, 2009 - 1:11am Anonymous Says:

    Bet Jon Gosselin smells like a Summer's Eve...
  • October 02, 2009 - 11:52pm Anonymous Says:

    When Jon's lawyer says he wants to put the brakes on the divorce" does that mean Jon wants to reconcile his relationship with Kate? Idk what else stalling the divorce would have to do with the show...
  • October 02, 2009 - 11:21pm Anonymous Says:

    I agree with this persons comment. October 02, 2009 - 8:54pm Jon just wants his $$$$$$$ from TLC Says: MOST MEN HAVE A EPIPHANY WHEN THEIR WORLD STARTS CRASHING DOWN AROUND THEM.., The only reason Jon had this so called magical EPIPHANY, is because he realized TLC was taking his MONEY AWAY. He just wants a HUGE $$$$$$$$$ Settlement from TLC. MARK MY WORDS THIS WILL BE A HEADLINE SOON...JON GOSSELIN AGREED TO A SUBSTANTIAL SETTLEMENT WITH TLC.
  • October 02, 2009 - 8:54pm Jon just wants his $$$$$$$ from TLC Says:

    MOST MEN HAVE A EPIPHANY WHEN THEIR WORLD STARTS CRASHING DOWN AROUND THEM.., The only reason Jon had this so called magical EPIPHANY, is because he realized TLC was taking his MONEY AWAY. He just wants a HUGE $$$$$$$$$ Settlement from TLC. MARK MY WORDS THIS WILL BE A HEADLINE SOON...JON GOSSELIN AGREED TO A SUBSTANTIAL SETTLEMENT WITH TLC.
  • October 02, 2009 - 5:58pm OOH BOO HOO Says:

    Oh Boo Hoo Jon! How CONVENIENT that you want your kids off the show after TLC decided to ax your ASS Please get over yourself. You're an egotistical BASTARD and that is why nobody likes you. Kate may not be perfect, but at least she isn't airing her dirty laundry. You don't think trashing your future ex-wife isn't detrimental to your children? Get over yourself!
  • October 02, 2009 - 3:39pm Anonymous Says:

    he has a right to change his mind about wanting his family on the show. FAMILY and the sanctity of it should be number 1. this show and their involvement in it has clearly destroyed their family, and TLC should have the grace to let them take a step back and heal. just because Kate is saying ok and speaking for 9 others doesn't make it right. she's not being reasonable, but rather extraordinarily selfish. since when can or should children of that age be able to discern what it is they need? if she's saying the kids are saying they want to be on the show, has she not considered that most kids will say exactly what it is they think their parents want to hear?
  • October 02, 2009 - 2:02pm Kittie6 Says:

    I don't care WHY Jon wants to stop filming; I am just glad he DOES. GO JON. Team 8.
  • October 02, 2009 - 1:23pm Grandma Says:

    October 02, 2009 - 9:19am Anonymous Says: WTH is wrong with some of you people? Kate is a greedy bitch and its about time Jon did something to stop her. Those kids need to be off TV. END OF STORY! Well thank you so mush we are all just so proud to hear that we never will have to hear from you again. Bless you Jesus!!!! Amen....
  • October 02, 2009 - 1:18pm Grandma Says:

    Poor POOR JON IS NEVER HAPPY. NOW THAT HE IS OUT OF THE LIME-LIGHT HE IS MAD. I THOUGHT THAT'S WHAT HE WANTED TO BE OUT OF THE LIME-LIGHT........
  • October 02, 2009 - 1:16pm Grandma Says:

    Poor
  • October 02, 2009 - 1:13pm Paul Says:

    It's might strange he fell out of love with Kate. Fell in Love with Hellyzilla and now he is back in Love with Kate. I would love Kate too.. She knows how to handle money. All Hellyzilla can handle is her habits. Now flip-flop man can't have Kate is he back in Love with Hellyzilla??????? Flip-Flop man needs to make up his mind...... HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA AH
  • October 02, 2009 - 1:08pm GOOD BY GRAVY TRAIN Says:

    I don't believe it Hellyzilla is not ranting and raving like she was last night. Did she die???? Her "Gravy Train" went south with Jon's paycheck..I guess she if busy packing. Going back to Ma and Pa are we! ! ! ! ! ! HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA AH AHA AH Can't get the kids money and dump them off on Aunt Jodi?????? HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA

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