Despite Divorce, Jon and Kate Remain Committed to 'Their Eight Wonderful Children'
Gosselin demonstrated her desire move on, telling reporters that she was "very relieved that our divorce has been finalized, and I look forward to the New Year, focusing on the children."
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December 21, 2009
After months of squabbles and mutual public accusations, the couple at the center of a TLC reality show Jon and Kate Plus Eight announced they have divorced.
According to media reports, Kate Gosselin retained primary custody of the eight children - a pair of twins and a set of sextuplets - and will continue to live in the family home where the show had been filmed.
In comments after the divorce was announced, Gosselin demonstrated her desire move on, telling reporters that she was "very relieved that our divorce has been finalized, and I look forward to the New Year, focusing on the children."
She is also reported to be working with the network on a new project that would focus on her and would not involve the kids.
According to a study from the Forest Institute of Professional Psychology, cited by DivorceRate.org, approximately 50 percent of first marriages, 67 percent of second and 74 percent of third marriages in the U.S. end in divorce.
There are many reasons why married couples seek to split, including infidelity, financial problems, domestic violence or differences of character. Those facing the prospect of a marriage breakup are encouraged to consult the many public or religious-based organizations in their state that aim to help couples learn divorce prevention skills.
Meanwhile, people dealing with the aftermath of a divorce may consult The Divorce Center which offers educational resources and access to support groups that may help survivors live thriving lives once again.
After months of squabbles and mutual public accusations, the couple at the center of a TLC reality show Jon and Kate Plus Eight announced they have divorced.
According to media reports, Kate Gosselin retained primary custody of the eight children - a pair of twins and a set of sextuplets - and will continue to live in the family home where the show had been filmed.
In comments after the divorce was announced, Gosselin demonstrated her desire move on, telling reporters that she was "very relieved that our divorce has been finalized, and I look forward to the New Year, focusing on the children."
She is also reported to be working with the network on a new project that would focus on her and would not involve the kids.
According to a study from the Forest Institute of Professional Psychology, cited by DivorceRate.org, approximately 50 percent of first marriages, 67 percent of second and 74 percent of third marriages in the U.S. end in divorce.
There are many reasons why married couples seek to split, including infidelity, financial problems, domestic violence or differences of character. Those facing the prospect of a marriage breakup are encouraged to consult the many public or religious-based organizations in their state that aim to help couples learn divorce prevention skills.
Meanwhile, people dealing with the aftermath of a divorce may consult The Divorce Center which offers educational resources and access to support groups that may help survivors live thriving lives once again.
