As I delve into the fascinating lives of the Duggar family, I find myself awestruck by the remarkable journey of their eldest son, James “Jim Bob” Duggar. Born and raised in rural Arkansas, he has grown from a curious young boy with an insatiable thirst for knowledge to a successful businessman, reality TV star, and devoted family man.
Jana Duggar is counting on becoming a Cornhusker.
Previously from the show “19 Kids and Counting“, she gave a peek at her and spouse Stephen Wissmann’s preparations for settling into their renovated home in Nebraska.
In a YouTube video on November 11th, Jana expressed her anticipation for significant changes in her life as she transitions towards city living. Originally raised among 18 siblings in Arkansas, she acknowledged feelings of excitement about the future, but also admitted there will likely be times when she yearns for the simplicity of rural life.
She remarked, “It’s incredibly tranquil outside with the sunrise over the orchard, the garden, and the animals.
A few years past, Jana relocated from her 7,000-square-foot residence in Arkansas, which belonged to her parents Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar, into a smaller dwelling she referred to as a “cottage” located on adjacent farmland instead.
Back in a summer day, specifically July 15th, I excitedly shared that this structure was once a short-term office space for our bustling city. That means, my dear viewers, we managed to score an exceptional bargain on this beauty!
After buying the property at auction, Jana and her siblings remodeled it into a compact one-bedroom dwelling featuring a kitchenette and a tiny bathroom. They also made improvements like installing an outdoor fireplace and a greenhouse during their renovations.
Following their wedding in August, Jana revealed her plans to relocate to Nebraska, as that’s where Stephen, who works in construction and plays in The Wissmann Family band, spent his childhood with his 12 siblings. As reported by TopMob News from property records, Stephen bought a five-bedroom house in Nebraska in the year 2023.
On August 29th, in a recorded conversation, Jana mentioned that she and Stephen were planning to carry out renovations – featuring fresh flooring and merging two bedrooms on the ground floor into a master suite complete with a personal bathroom. They would be receiving assistance from their relatives and close friends in this endeavor.
As a devoted supporter, I’m simply astounded by the swift progress of such a project, given the multitude of individuals generously donating their time and vigor to aid us. I eagerly anticipate witnessing the transformation this space undergoes.
Keep reading to get to know the rest of Jana’s family.
Originally a pair of high school sweethearts, these 19 parents and the grandparents of more than three dozen children were the first to begin their relationship together.
Michelle mentioned that she felt “rescued” at the age of 15. On a particular night, Jim Bob was carrying out home visits for his Baptist church. A friend had informed him about a girl from school who had recently been saved and was also a cheerleader, residing in the Ruark family’s house. So, he paid them a visit.
They asked Michelle to attend Sunday school at their church, and Jim Bob mentioned he had prayed to God that they could guide each other spiritually – although it seemed Michelle didn’t find their initial encounter particularly remarkable. A year later, Michelle applied for a job at the frozen yogurt store owned by Jim Bob’s parents. In a 2017 blog post for Jim Bob’s birthday and their 33rd wedding anniversary, she wrote about their first meeting at the store: “You stood behind the counter where I was working at the cash register, and you shyly introduced yourself. You were very kind! I can’t recall much about that chat, except that you eventually asked me if I would attend your junior-senior banquet with you!
It was the dinner they shared at Shiloh Christian that brought them together, but it wasn’t until they spent hours discussing the Bible at her parents’ home afterwards that she truly felt a connection. As Michelle puts it, “Our hearts were bonded from there.” They both graduated high school in May of 1984 and got married in July. At the time, Michelle was 17 years old and Jim Bob was 19.
The couple dedicated themselves to God and each other for the long run.
Jim Bob previously held a position as a state legislator, representing Arkansas’s sixth district in the House of Representatives from 1999 to 2002. During his tenure, he served as vice chair of the Corrections and Criminal Law Subcommittee. In 2002, he attempted to secure a seat in the U.S. Senate but was unsuccessful in the primary. Similarly, his campaign for the Republican nomination for Arkansas State Senate District 35 in 2006 also ended in defeat.
They, along with Michelle, who are both real estate agents with valid licenses, have been actively involved in conservative movements – a part of their lifestyle that earned them admiration as well as criticism from both supporters and critics of the television show “19 Kids and Counting,” which debuted in 2008 as “17 Kids and Counting.
As of October 2024, they were grandparents of 33 with three on the way.
The eldest child in the Duggar family, Josh Duggar, came into the world on March 3, 1988. Similar to his activism, he also ventured into conservative politics, advocating for organizations like the Family Research Council.
In 2015, he resigned following the exposure of old police records which indicated that he had been accused of inappropriate behavior towards several girls, including his sisters Jessa and Jill, when he was a young adult. Jessa spoke out against these allegations during an interview with Fox News in June, stating that the harsh words people were using to describe her brother were “exaggerated and false, truly. People get angry at me for saying this, but I can say it because I was one of the alleged victims.
As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but share this heartwarming tale. Through thick and thin, his wife stood by him, even after he confessed to infidelity. When he sought help at a rehabilitation center in 2016, his parents deemed it as the initial, vital step towards recovery and healing.
Back in April 2021, Josh was accused and indicted for two separate offenses related to child pornography – receiving and possessing such material. He denied the charges on both accounts. In the year 2022, he was ultimately found guilty and sentenced to serve 12 and a half years behind bars.
After the birth of Josh, Michelle conceived another child, however, she unfortunately experienced a miscarriage. As they were mourning this loss and seeking advice, they unexpectedly learned they were expecting twins.
She expressed that it was a special gift for us,” she shared with Love to Know. “God was giving us strength. We’re still growing and adapting. It’s quite extraordinary, as I breastfeed my babies, but they are born very close together. I have a newborn and then eight months later, I’m pregnant again. This is just another unique way that God has chosen to guide our family’s journey.
John David Duggar and his twin sister Jana Duggar were born on Jan. 12, 1990.
Following a long acquaintance (they had known each other for quite some time before their paths crossed at a church gathering in Oklahoma, where Abbie resides), John David and Abbie-Grace Burnett tied the knot on November 3, 2018, after a brief engagement.
On January 7, 2020, they were overjoyed to welcome their daughter, Grace Annette Duggar, into the world. In September 2022, they also welcomed their son, Charlie Duggar, into their family.
On their 30th birthday in January 2020, Jana wrote a heartfelt message: “Ever since John and I were young, people have asked if we share some sort of twin intuition – the ability to sense each other’s feelings or thoughts… Well, John, I always said no to that question. But when our daughter Gracie was born, I felt every ounce of your joy, so perhaps this mysterious connection truly exists!
Jana went on to say, “It’s such a pleasure to see you and Abbie in your parental roles! You two are just natural at it! The same characteristics that make you a fantastic brother will undoubtedly make you an outstanding father.
Jana observed as 11 out of her 18 siblings tied the knot before herself finding affection with Stephen Wissmann, who is connected to her through his sister Hannah Wissmann, being married to Jeremiah, one of Jana’s own brothers. Although there were moments where she felt exasperated, she asserted that everything was an essential part of God’s design.
In August 2024, just before her upcoming wedding, Jana shared with People that she hasn’t always grasped the overall plan, but she believes that God has the best interests of everyone at heart. Therefore, for her, getting married later was her choice. She emphasized that each person’s life story is unique, and if we were all the same, life would be monotonous.
Born on May 17, 1991 is Jill Duggar, who shares a romantic tale similar to her parents’. It was around Christmas in 2011 when she encountered Derick for the first time. This happened as he happened to visit the Duggar household while out caroling with his church group, approximately 45 minutes away from where she lived.
Jim Bob served as a matchmaker, leading Jill and Derick to develop a connection through emails and video calls. In November of the same year, they decided to meet in person in Nepal. Their relationship continued to deepen, eventually culminating in Derick proposing to Jill in February 2014. They got married on June 21, 2014, and have since welcomed three sons: Israel (born April 6, 2015), Samuel (born July 8, 2017), and Frederick (born July 7, 2022).
In April 2024, Jill revealed that they had experienced a miscarriage, which was their anticipated first daughter with Derick.
In the Amazon Prime Video documentary titled “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets,” which debuted in June 2023, Jill and Derick pondered over the debates and religious convictions tied to her family, as they are portrayed.
Jim Bob and Michelle’s fifth child, Jessa Duggar, was born Nov. 4, 1992.
Jessa and Ben first got acquainted at church in 2013, and he started wooing her in a traditional manner – something quite novel to many viewers. The duo usually kept their romantic lives private before getting engaged, so Jim Bob clarified to People that “courting involves getting to know each other in a group setting, with both families spending time together and the couple establishing shared goals to see if they’re suitable for marriage. Dating often consists of two individuals spending private time together, which can sometimes lead to a more intimate relationship.
In August 2014, Ben asked for Jessa’s hand in marriage and proposed. They shared their first moment as a betrothed couple by holding hands. Their wedding took place on November 1, 2014. When Jessa was expecting their first child, the show 19 Kids and Counting was discontinued. TLC followed up with a special episode about sexual abuse, which starred Jill and Jessa to educate viewers further on the topic. That winter, they became the stars of a new show, Jill and Jessa: Counting On. Over time, this series evolved to include other Duggar siblings, eventually becoming known as Counting On.
Over the course of these years, Jessa and Ben have added four lovely additions to their family: Spurgeon (born Nov. 5, 2015), Henry (Feb. 6, 2017), Ivy Jane (May 28, 2019), and Fern (July 2021). Unfortunately, in the 2022 holiday season, Jessa experienced a miscarriage. However, she was blessed with her fifth child, George, in December 2023.
The sixth Duggar child, Jinger Vuolo, was born Dec. 21, 1993.
Jinger and Jeremy became acquainted while serving in Laredo, Texas for ministry work, and their romantic relationship began in 2016. They tied the knot on November 5, 2016, which also happened to be the nephew Spurgeon’s birthday (quite a coincidence when you belong to such a large family of 19). Soon after, there were whispers about them expecting a baby.
In a little over a year from now, I envision myself firmly rooted here in Laredo, carrying on with my ministry work. My primary goal remains to serve the Lord in the best way I can.
On July 19, 2018, their beloved daughter named Felicity was born. Prior to this, in May of the same year, they publicly announced that Jinger was expecting another child, but unfortunately, she had experienced a miscarriage the previous autumn. In November 2020, they were blessed with another daughter, whom they named Evangeline Jo.
Jinger and Jeremy shared in October 2024 that their third child is due in March 2025.
Born on January 20, 1995, Joseph Duggar found himself proposing to Kendra, whom he had known through church, during the romantic setting of his sister Joy-Anna’s wedding in May 2017. This proposal came after only a few months of courting.
In a conversation with People magazine, Joseph shared that he was undeniably anxious before proposing, yet he wasn’t worried she would decline because she had already expressed, “‘I’m just waiting on you!'” Kendra exclaimed, “I’m overjoyed and utterly astonished. There are so many things I want to express, but all I can say is shocked.
Since then, they’ve added four children to their family: Garrett, born in June 2018, Addison who came along in November 2019, Brooklyn, born February 2019, and most recently Justus, born in May 2023.
Eighth in line, Josiah Duggar was born on Aug. 28, 1996.
A mere few months after their romantic relationship became public knowledge, they made the exciting announcement of their engagement in March 2018. In his statement, he revealed that the location where he proposed to Lauren was the very same spot where her parents got engaged. This property holds significant family history, making it a particularly meaningful place for Lauren.
I, a devoted follower, am excitedly sharing the heartwarming news that Michelle, my future mother-in-law, expressed her affection towards me in a family blog post video. She stated, “We adore Lauren, she’s such a treasured young lady.” Jessa and Ben, too, extended their congratulations, along with a delightful treat – chocolate shaped like x’s and o’s. Intriguingly, Michelle hinted at a sweet consolation prize if I were to visit them, as she playfully held it up.
In the summer of 2015, a past relationship with Marjorie Jackson ended amicably. Josiah reminisced about their time together to People magazine in March 2016, stating, “We had a wonderful period together. We were simply trying to follow God’s guidance on everything. At that moment, she didn’t feel it was the appropriate time, so we decided to take a break for a while.
On June 30, 2018, they got married, and as they shared with People, their wedding day was “simply perfect.” Their first child, Bella Milagro, was born on Nov. 8, 2019, which translates to “miracle baby.” This was after they had previously experienced a miscarriage in October 2018. They were also blessed with another daughter named Daisy in 2022, and their son, Ezra, joined the family in May 2023.
Ninth sibling Joy-Anna Duggar was born Oct. 28, 1997.
She had been friends with Austin Forsyth for fifteen years before he began pursuing her relationship. After this, they moved swiftly, as he proposed in February 2017 and they tied the knot on May 26, 2017, at Cross Church in Rogers, Arkansas – the church where Joseph had also proposed to Kendra.
On February 23, 2018, Joy-Anna and Austin became parents to baby boy Gideon Martin Forsyth. They welcomed their daughter Evelyn Mae Forsyth on August 21, 2020, and in 2023, they added another son, Gunner James Forsyth, to their family.
On the 30th of December, 1998, Jim Bob and Michelle welcomed their second pair of twins into the world, who they named Jed and Jeremiah Duggar.
It was reported in February 2017 that Jed was interning at his dad’s old stomping grounds at the state capitol, working for the Arkansas House of Representative—and at 21 he ran for State Representative for District 89, committed to “putting Springdale’s conservative values first.” He married Katey Nakatsu after one year of courting in April 2021. They are parents to son Truett, born May 2022, and daughter Nora Kate, born June 2023.
Jed and Katey announced in July 2024 that they have twin girls on the way.
Jeremiah, who holds a certification as a flight instructor, is wedded to Hannah Wissmann, and they have two children: Brynley, born in the year-end of 2022, and Brielle, who arrived in February of 2024.
No. 12 Jason Duggar was born on April 21, 2000.
In January 2017, according to the Daily Mail, Jim Bob assisted Jase in purchasing a $33,000 property needing repairs in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, approximately 30 minutes from the Duggar family’s main residence. Over time, he established his own construction business.
He went Instagram official with girlfriend Maddie Grace in May 2024 and the two married in October.
Charmed No. 13, James Duggar was born July 7, 2001.
He doesn’t have a public romantic relationship yet, but he’s very affectionate towards his numerous nieces and nephews.
On his 19th birthday in 2019, Michelle wrote that James is the beloved “fun uncle” who inspires all the young lads in our neighborhood. They admire him and aspire to emulate him. James has an incredible knack for solving problems and figuring out how things work. As a child, he would often tinker with household appliances, taking them apart, understanding their mechanisms, and occasionally modifying them to function better.
This year, James put in a lot of effort to earn his Commercial Driver’s License, and now he’s truly mastered operating large trucks and complex machinery. We’re eagerly anticipating the amazing things that await him in the future, as orchestrated by fate!
No. 14 Justin Duggar arrived on Nov. 15, 2002.
And from the department of growing up so fast…
In September 2020, it was revealed that Justin was dating Claire Spivey. They became engaged in November of the same year and tied the knot on February 26, 2021.
Born on May 23, 2004, Jackson Duggar, the 15th child of Jim Bob and Michelle, arrived with his big sister Jill by his side.
On his sixteenth birthday, Jackson’s mother, Michelle, commended his wit and mentioned how eager he seemed to obtain his driver’s license.
As I step into the world on October 11, 2005, the spotlight follows me, thanks to a unique family affair documented in the special titled “16 Kids and Counting“.
In a post on her daughter’s 15th birthday in 2020, Michelle expressed that her daughter is full of fun and sociability, enjoying meeting new people. Her younger sisters idolize her, seeing her as a celestial figure, and Michelle feels blessed to be her mother.
Jennifer Duggar arrived on Aug. 2, 2007, then the baby of the family.
Their TLC show that premiered Sept. 29, 2008, was christened 17 Kids and Counting.
Now, OMG, she’s a teenager.
Michelle wrote when her niece turned 13, she expressed that Jennifer is reliable, devoted, and a joy to be around. The children adore her and often find themselves being carried by her as they don’t want her to put them down. Additionally, Jennifer holds a deep affection for animals and consistently ensures their daily care. Recently, she even helped nurture a brood of 7 little bunnies!
Here on the right, the penultimate Duggar child was born Dec. 18, 2008.
Back in 2019, Jordyn-Grace was described by her mother as an extroverted girl who seems to know no strangers. Her laughter is often one of the most radiant moments we experience daily.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d like to share a heartwarming story about a remarkable woman named Josie Duggar. Born on December 10, 2009, she entered the world three months earlier than expected, tipping the scales at just 1 pound, 6 ounces. Due to her early arrival, Josie spent six precious months in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), a testament to the resilience of both her and her tiny but mighty body.
On her baby’s 11th birthday in 2020, Michelle put down: “Josie is like a whirlwind of activity,” indicating that from sunrise to bedtime, Josie seldom takes a break!
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