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Exclusive: Kate Gosselin speaks out on Monday's TODAY

Posted: Thursday, August 06, 2009 8:37 AM by Jen Brown

In her first television interview since announcing her separation from Jon, Kate Gosselin will open up about living in the intense media spotlight and how her family is dealing with it.

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I think that for the mental health of your children that you and Jon should stop doing the show and being in the spot light. You as a nurse are aware of the mental issues that your children will face and being on a television show is not helping them. You all need time to heal and deal with these issues. Such as seeing a counselor.This is not a healthy environment for your children. As I would suspect it is not good for you and Jon.

Barbara Turner, Pittsburgh, PA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 8:55 AM)

Kate can be a very bossy/pushy person at times .Jon is an idiot for leaving her...Remember " the grass is always greener"  etc..Sooner or later he'll regret it....

Lynn Walters (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:02 AM)

I really enjoy the show and watching the kids.  I am hoping that this whole thing doesn't turn into a bashing fest that both can learn to rise above for the well being of the children. We all have our faults and it is sad that it has come to this.

Lynn (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:04 AM)

It's the 80/20 rule. A man is only getting 80 percent of what he needs from his wife, so he goes looking for the other 20 somewhere else. Once he leaves his wife, he soon realizes he's gotten the short end of the stick.

Jon needs to stop running around like a 20 year old and be a father to those children. I wish Kate the best in this situation.

Jennifer H., Little Rock, Ark. (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:36 AM)

I think the show should be canceled. I feel that the show was supposed be about the children. It seems like everything is about Jon and Kate. It seems like you play to the cameras.  The children are getting older so what is the show going to do about that?  All the children are in school now. I know that they can't have the show from there school. I thought that you didn't like being out in the sun? I wish you the best. I feel that you could go back to being a nurse if the show doesn't go on. I bet you were a great nurse.      

Rita,Sharpsburg,Ga (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:29 AM)

I agree with Ms. Turner, the kids need to be put first.

Lori Allen, Wichita, KS (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:32 AM)

I love the show and it really makes me sad that Jon & Kate can't find a way to make this work.  The children are the loosers here and this will affect them for their whole life.  

Peggy Boise Idaho (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:34 AM)

Kate, All marriages have there ups and downs. I hope you all can weather this storm and remember what brought you two together. If you do end up divorcing just remember to love those kids with all your heart. They are the best thing that came out of the marriage. God bless.          

Judy Markovic,Sandyston, NJ (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:39 AM)

I believe Kate was acting the best way she knew and what it took to keep her home running and control eight children. Know we know why, John is a complete immature jerk!  I would like to see him beg Kate for forgiveness if he ever comes to his senses (but he wont't) afterall, he is only 32!!

S. Beach, Oxford, CT (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:45 AM)

These children are getting ready to go back to school and yet the parents still keep airing their dirty laundry on television. They are both low class and should hide their heads in sand buckets. The kids don't need this from other classmates making fun of their moronic parents.

charles waldorf md (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:45 AM)

Here is a woman who I am sure had the same personality when they married.  Because she has a strong personality does not make her a bad person...lets just remember, its not her who is out frolicking in the media with new loves is it?  Her priority, her children....as it usually always is with the MOM'S!!!!  You go Kate...be strong...The big guy above doesnt give us anything we cant handle!! You will prevail, and be better for it!

Jodi, Pennsylvanie (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:52 AM)

I am very disappointed and saddened that Jon and Kate have split up.  In the early seasons of their show, it seemed that religion and their faith in God was something that they tried to show their viewers.  I was surprised to see that their faith/religion has not been expressed as much in the last couple of seasons.  I was hoping that because of their supposed faith in God, they would have mentioned something, on their show, about getting counseling, trying to hold the family together, trying to uphold the vows they made and recently re-newed, etc.  I almost feel like they both have changed into different people. I think many people could relate to the "normal" people they were. Unfortunately, fame, fortune, weekly manicures and constant makeovers, can change a person.  

I would also like to see Kate take some responsibility for the marriage, not specifics, just to say she is also at fault.  She was always quick to point out Jon's faults on the show and although he is an admitted contributer to the problems, he doesn't point the finger as she does. I pray that they both truly use their faith and think about what is best for the children. A paycheck is not all the children need. I am not saying that they should stay together, just really, really think about what their children would say in 10 years about their parents current decisions.

Zena K., Landisville, PA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:52 AM)

I know that Kate can be a little controling, but come on, 8 kids and you gotta take control. I personally think that Kate is a wonderful mom and wife. Marriage is not easy, I know. But when times get hard, that is when you have to fight. If you truly love the person, you will fight and make it work. I think Jon has major issues and to think that you can hide your actions from your kids? what an IDIOT!!! Jon is NOT setting a good example for his children and I'm sure this is tearing Kate's heart. He needs counseling!!! Kate, ur awesome!!! :)

Christina Browder, Dinwiddie, Virginia (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 10:57 AM)

I think it is time for the show to end.  The children don't need that on top of their parents divorcing. They need their parents working together toward the children's well-being without the addition of a camera lens in their faces all the time.

Joe, Springfield, Mo (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:08 AM)

I think they should do away with the show. The poor children don't look as happy as they use to, unless they are getting something or doing something.  Going to the beach gets old after awhile.  Divorce can be nice at times I am divorced and have 3 children and my ex and I are always talking and doing things together with the children.  If you can't do that then you need to leave the show.  It's not a happy show anymore.  I'm surprised TLC even is going through with this.  

Joyce, Richmond, VA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:10 AM)

team kate!!!

mom of 2 (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:13 AM)

Everyone is criticizing Jon but if you ever watched the show you could see how Kate talked to him. Kate is bossy and no one should be suprised that Jon wasn't happy. I do think that both Jon and Kate should take a step back and realise what this is going to do to their children.

Jemma, Canada (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:17 AM)

My heart aches for the Gosselin family. I don't personally know them but have been watching their show since it started and feel as if I have some connection to them. I know that may sound crazy to some but you're watching major events in their lives and feel as if you're there. I would like to say that no one knows what is really happening and that a marriage is not just something that dissolves by one person but it takes two to call it quits and sometimes one isn't wanting to give up so easy. I just believe that from what I have viewed on tv that Jon decided that he wanted to start fresh and uses the excuse that Kate never gave him options but if that was the only problem then why didn't he stick around and try to work on it. I just think that he has moved on with his life a little to fast for someone whom is supposedly grieving over a broken heart. I think that Kate is getting all the negative views because she is an opinionated woman but who isn't. We all have our ways of doing things and getting them done. Anyway I just wanted to say stay strong and when God closes one door he always leaves another one open.  

Jessica W, Worthington, WV (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:33 AM)

I watched a rerun of the show the other day when Kate and Jon were preparing to renew their vows.  Kate sat the kids down and told them that this meant Mommy and Daddy would be together "forever".  I cried. I don't know what happened to get them to this point, but I know that whatever it is, it is not bigger than God.  If they both want to, they can fix it and be stronger for it.  Their kids deserve that. Money is not the most important thing that a child needs - the most important thing is two parents that love each other.

Lynn Cox, Bloomington, IL (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:39 AM)

I have watched the show from the early days..there have been definite marriage difficulties from he start and both are at fault for different reasons and dealing with it the best they can.  What is important is the kids and I agree that they need to stop the show...i watched this week's new episode and what I saw of Kate trying to show she can do it all...doesn't bode well...the kids don't need to hear the knocking of their father that way...and they will hear it if not from kate then from friends.  

Take all the monies made and put them into 8 trust funds to take care of the kids and put an end to this trash.  I will no longer watch it.

Let's focus on more important things...health care, th economy and bringing our soldiers home....

diane, new jersey (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 11:44 AM)

Ok so the marriage is now over, lets see who steps up to the plate,just like all of us they have there faults, I am sure she will do what she has to do for her family, as she has done in the past, and as for Jon actions speak louder than words.

kathy long island new york (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 12:27 PM)

Kate IS a pushy wife, and I have felt sorry for Jon for a long time.  He has put up with much for a while--his choice, and could have probably continued to do so in his marriage if it wasn't for the show.  It's one thing to put up with pushiness because you love your wife, its another to have the whole world see it.  As a child of divorced parents, the kids will be fine.  Both parents have proven the kids come first.

Brenda Senne, Cut Bank, MT (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 12:33 PM)

I hope whoever interviews this woman really gives her some HARD questions and pushes her on why they continue the show....the show needs to be cancelled.  The kids need to be left alone and allowed to grow up without constant attention from the media.  Kate and Jon need to find jobs like everyone else and quit the "freebie" bandwagon they have been milking for years.  Without the kids, nobody would know these people...period!  The MONEY should be in trust funds for the kid's health, education and future; not being used by their parents for expensive cars, spa treatments, first class travel, etc. all at their children's expense!  Both parents are at fault, although I believe Kate is a phoney as they come and Jon is just plain lazy and shows poor judgement.  The kids deserve better than this and TLC and sponsors of this show should be boycotted!

R Calfly (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 12:37 PM)

joyce from va is right
its not a happy show anymore
if they insist on having the paycheck coming in at the expense of the kids, then they should do a series on divorce and how the kids react and how both parents working together can make a happy home..they have this situation in common with over 50% of the marriages and would have a real chance to show something positive..before, it was just a family with a lot of kids, herding them around..you have a real chance, producers of jon and kate, of showing the public how to parent with a divorce..of course, jon and kate need counseling b4 they do that show!!!!!!

jp, americus ga (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 12:44 PM)

I only watched a couple of times when the kids were small and Kate and Jon had to have help from the community.  Now all of that has changed with all the monies from the show.  I think that it's time to stop the show and let the kids get on with a better life away from the camera's. It's all about the money now. I would not watch the show anymore.  Take it off the air.

Cynthia. Dallas, Tx (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 12:54 PM)

It deeply saddens me that Jon & Kate continue to embarrass and torture their family by continuing to make these public apperences. In 15 years when these children google this time in their lives I hope that both Jon and Kate are ashamed at how they are now choosing to handle this situation. As a product of a failed marraige I can remember back to how confusing and heart wrenching that time in my life was, and how more diffucult it would have been with carmeras in my face 2-4 days a week. Shame on Jon and Kate, shame on TLC, and shame on the public for exploiting these kids.

Jessica Carter, Macungie, Pennsylcania (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 1:55 PM)

No matter how hard Kate was on Jon no woman deserves this. Jon was and is STILL married and running around with women. I feel so bad for Kate and the children. Jon is selfish and has no respect for himself, his wife, his friends or his own children.

Sarah (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 1:57 PM)

It makes me sad and mad that TLC as well as Jon and Kate deceived their fans. It was supposed to be a reality show which I believe it started that way but when you are renewing your wedding vows in Hawaii while your marriage is falling apart in real life that is no longer a reality show and it is time to stop. It was a cute, innocent show about raising multiples that turned into the freebie show. Everyone involved should be ashamed.

Barb, Dallas, TX (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:02 PM)

I watched Monday night when Kate took the kids camping...I don't recall her saying anything negative about Jon in front of the children as a matter of fact it was the children who kept saying "my Daddy cab do this" ... as for freebies , I saw Coleman ads throughout the show which I sure was in exchange for the camping gear. I haven't seen pictures and interviews of Kate traveling with other men or buying expensive jewlery ... Jon should be held accountable for his actions !

Peyton Adkins (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:04 PM)

I have watched this show a couple of times and was impressed with the commitment that Jon had to his family to continually put up with Kate's sour, cold, hateful, and condescending attitude.  I guess he finally had all he could take.  There 15 minutes should be over.

Chris Chapman (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:13 PM)

Kate--
I was an occasional viewer, but here's my take.  You and Jon both need the help of a counselor.  It seemed that whenever I did watch, a lot of what I heard was you cutting Jon down on NATIONAL TV--not cool.  Most of the time, he just let it roll, but after a while, he (as most of us would) became alienated, insignificant, angry and, very likely, hateful.  Additionally, given that you were receiving the lion's share of celebrity attention, you started coming across to me as superior and uncompromising.  These are tough hurdles in any marriage.  Spouses behaving in this way should seek counseling, and the other partner in the marriage would benefit from advice in living with dominant personalities.  Remember, as advanced as our society fancies itself to be, most of the "men" in our households need to feel strong and somewhat in control.  GET PROFESSIONAL HELP--the kids need that from you both.  And remember, kids learn by example.  It would be truly sad if your children grow up thinking this is how married couples should treat each other.

Janet, Tigard, OR

Janet Patterson, Tigard, Oregon (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:14 PM)

Team Kate!!!!! Its so unfair for Kate to have to leave so that John can be with the kids (not that she doesnt need a break).....Its not going to work.........Just give him the weekends and he can hang with his "kidless" girlfriends through the week.....Its greener untill you add the 8 kids into the mix, John you better break em in quick then you will see who they really are and what you really are...Daddy not Pimpin! PS the little hotties wouldnt have changed all those diapers, look for a real women, like the one you had! Get REAL!

Kimby Royalty, Carlisle Ohio (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:17 PM)

I feel this show started off on the right foot but, now it is about Jon & Kate.  END THE SHOW TLC!!! I am one of many people that will not watch the show anymore.  I refused to give them more and more money to full fill there millions.

Kate listen to the words you say to Jon and Jon look at your actions towards your children by leaving them now the children questions the mother that she can not do certain things.  

Stop this right now!!! TLC please know that they are giving you this sad story that the are doing this for the children.....PLEASE it's all a lie!!! They are doing it for themselves.  So she can travel and he dont ever have to work again. Please TLC do it!

Michelle, North Canton Ohio (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:20 PM)

Even thoug Kate is bossy, that is no excuse for Jon to cheat. I support Kate all the way! I agree the show probably should be canceled even though it's hard not to watch!

Pam Waukesha,WI (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:27 PM)

Too bad!! But Kate is better off. jon is the most boring man i have ever seen. His girlfriend does fit
him with no personality and just wants attention. I just love the children and know Kate will find a good man.
God Bless Her!!

Judy Borce, Newark, De 10702 (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:37 PM)

Thank you S. Beach I agree with you.  I think dealing with divorce when children are involved is a great learning experience for mothers and children going through a very rough time.  Thanks again for the network show and Kate.

k Edwards, Grand Rapids, MN (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:58 PM)

Kate,
GOD BLESS YOU and your CHILDREN!!  It seems as though Jon is having a mid-life crisis.  I don't want to judge because I don't know him-but I though he was a nice church going father.  I pray for him as well-that he keeps connection with the LORD.  Be strong-you are a wonderful, determined, beautiful mother.  I have been praying for you and your family.  I do wish there was hope for family unity.  Keep pushing forward-you are awesome.

K. Townsend, Maryland (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 3:02 PM)

I don't blame Kate (or Jon) for wanting to bank as much money as possible while they still can. Can you imagine the college tuition for 8 kids? I think Jon is an immature man, acting like a frat boy. Sure, Kate is strong willed - she was probably just like she is now when they were married. 8 kids, she's doing a fantastic job!! Maybe Jons' problem is that he "is only 32".

Kathi, Delaware (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 3:02 PM)

I think Kate said the show will go on FOR the kids. It seems it is more for money for Jon and Kate's new lifestyles. How does it make the average person feel when Jon and Kate buy a fairly newly constructed home for over a million dollars and then rip out the  kitchen and even get new appliances? I thought they got new appliances when they first moved in. Kate said they got the new kitchen, because the children wanted one. I can't imagine that even crossing the mind of a child. They no longer are the everyday family they were at the beginning of the show. I will not watch Kate on Today or any other show from now on. The show must end for the emotional well-being of the children. Jon and Kate need real jobs.  

Jan, Pennsylvania (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 3:36 PM)

I'm not sure I understand any of the Kate bashing. It was Jon who decided to play the field and have a girl friend while being married and the father of 8 children. Quite obviously Kate has to take control because has 9 children.  The other question would be...what kind of a woman runs around with a man with that many children?  Jon and his girl friend are two amazingly selfish people.

Teresa (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 3:56 PM)

In a marriage it takes two people. Marriage and raising children is hard work. There should be give and take. Parents should work as a team. Unfortunately this 'team' -- Jon & Kate Gosselin have not only sold their souls for the almighty dollar but they use their children for the fame and money. How sad that these lovely little ones are being used by their parents and not for the greater good. How nice it would be if we all could get freebies. Just curious, will any questions be asked in regards to Kate and her 'love offerings?' --- These are not good people!

Diane Walters, Bergen County New Jersey (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:19 PM)

I wish people would remember that this lady has to feed, cloth and school eight children.   Maybe she needs this income to survive.   I feel Jon and Kate would have probably gotten a divorce sooner had they not had this show.  Also, if you go back to the early shows you could see how Jon would help and was excited but that started to dwindle.   I think he did not want to be in that life, felt he had missed out and that is why Kate had to start pushing and yelling for help.  Now Jon is where he wants to be dating and having fun.  Kate as I thought would be there in the end picking up all the slack and doing what is right.  Good job Kate.

Lois. FLORIDA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:29 PM)

The kids are innocent and awesome. Too bad they have to become adults...

B Wilson, Tucson, AZ (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:41 PM)

remember when jon and kate renewed their vows in hawaii?  that meant that one of them had broken the vows they already had. pay attention to people who renew their vows...you have to ask yourself why they were broken to begin with.

joayn ward, orlando, fl (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:44 PM)

I agree that the children will google later for the truth that their parents are unable to tell them now.  It makes me sad, as I grew up in a broken home, that all the magazines and talk shows and blogs talk about what Jon does to damage his family.  The sadness should belong in Kate's heart for the way she talked and treated Jon.  Go Jon, be with your children off camera and Love them with all your heart as you clearly do.

Suzanne Modesto, CA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:48 PM)

A family that prays together, stays together. A marriage is like a triangle..each point plays a role, one point - husband, one point-wife and the top point is God...God solidifies the entire marriage, but when we take God out of the marriage, the triangle falls apart. I would hope the show would be cancelled and allow this family to move on. I have decided not to watch the show anymore b/c I believe God has a bigger plan for this family. It will take Jon and Kate to seek God for this plan.

R.L. Plains, GA (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 4:59 PM)

Enough is enough. Although no one can know the whole truth except those involved, the parents do not come across well. As mentioned previously it seems to be all about the freebies.  I started watching the show about 2 years ago and have noticed changes in both Jon and Kate.  She claims everything is done for her kids but did the kids really need a kitchen renovation in the new house?  How many free trips do you need?  With a couple of best selling books, you would think that they could afford to pay for a few things.  Jon seems to be sowing the wild oats that he never got to do before becoming a father at such a young age but he might think about getting a job.  Neither one of them wants to take responsibility for the behavior that led to their split.  I don't think I would appreciate being belittled week after week on national television.  Kate comes across as a micromanaging harpie who does not appreciate all of the help she has received from businesses, etc.  Also I noticed that Beth and her family are nowhere to be seen now, supposedly they were very good friends, it appears Kate will use anyone to get what she can from them. Now she wants us to feel sorry for her?  She needs to wake up and take a good look at herself and her actions.  Jon needs to grow up and stop being such a party boy.  The show should be cancelled, I will not be watching.  They are exploiting their children instead of working for a living like they should be.  Maybe Dr. Phil can help them to GET REAL and admit the truth instead of pointing fingers at each other.

nancy a, dayton, ohio (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 5:10 PM)

Even though we all feel "close" to Jon and Kate from watching the show since the beginning and experiencing all their important life events as if we were part of the family, there is so much more that happens off screen that we don't see.  We only get an edited, sanitized, maybe even biased version of their lives.  We are in no position to judge whether they are right or wrong for separating.  It's obvious to me that the kids are the very most important in both of their lives, and I'm sure they made this decision because they felt it would be best for the kids.  Of course divorce is difficult for children, but staying together in a loveless, bitter marriage is far more damaging.  My parents made the opposite decision and stayed together for 12 years after the relationship was over "trying to make it work" so that my sister and I wouldn't have to deal with the pain of our parents being divorced.  I think that the things we endured over those 12 years were far more damaging to us than if our parents would have just gone their separate ways from the beginning.  As far as canceling the show, it probably wouldn't make much difference now since the kids are already mini-celebrities and their privacy is gone, possibly for life.  I'm sure they will need the money from the show to ensure they are protected and taken care of, since it's unrealistic to expect them to just return to a normal, inconspicuous, regular life once the show is over.  

Katie, Irving, TX (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 5:12 PM)

I loved watching the show. I think that Jon made a bad decision by leaving Kate. I think that Kate and Jon could have talked it out if they had a counselor. Eight kids is a lot to have and for Jon to give up that easy to be with a younger women is not cool. I think they should try everything they can and make it work for the kids. After eight kids you tend to forget to do things with just the two of you and if you guys worked on it I think it could still work. If both of you were willing to make the effort.

Melinda Omaha, NE (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 5:15 PM)

I am disappointed that Kate is appearing on my favorite show.She needs to stay home and mother those eight children away from the cameras. All that has happened in their innocent little lives has got to be extremely hard on them.
My concern is not with Kate or Jon, they are adults, and make their own bad decisions. I am concerned that the Gosselin children need special attention during this difficult time and not a camera stuck in their face daily.They need their parents, not nannys,camera men, bodyguards or strangers.

Judy, Indiana (Sent Thursday, August 06, 2009 8:09 PM)



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