Jill and Jessa Duggar confirmed that they were molested by Josh Duggar in a candid interview with Megyn Kelly earlier this month, but other than that, the fan-favorite sisters have avoided the spotlight as much as possible in recent weeks. Jessa thanked fans for their support and offered an update on her pregnancy this week, but with the exception of the Kelly interview, she and her family have refused to speak to the press and have remained uncharacteristically quiet on social media. So it's not surprising that when Jessa, Jill and their husbands were spotted walking through the Akron, OH airport last night, a lone paparazzi tried his best to get the girls to open about how their lives have changed in the wake of the Josh Duggar sexual abuse scandal . Unfortunately for the persistent pap, the newlywed sisters and their shell-shocked husbands remembered their media training and kept mum. Check out the clip above to see Jill and Jessa handle the unwanted attention like a pair of seasoned pros.
At The Hollywood Gossip we've seen tons of cringe-worthy pics of Farrah Abraham over the years … and not just from her porn career. Seriously, this girl's a piece of work … and not just when she has work done on her increasingly plastic, surgically enhanced physique. So we thought to ourselves, let's make a special Farrah gallery, because people inherently love to ogle things that make them squirm. Experience the glory, meshed with uniquely OMG-style strangeness, that is Farrah Abraham below, with 29 photos you can never unsee. We dare you to start clicking. Go ahead. 1. Farrah Abraham Lip Implant Photo Farrah Abraham was the victim of some seriously botched lip implants. The former Teen Mom star shared photos of the procedure gone awry online. 2. Farrah Abraham Vagina Costume Farrah Abraham dresses up like a vagina. You cannot make this stuff up. 3. Farrah Abraham Mullet Farrah Abraham rocks the mullet like it’s her job. What a great look for her honestly. 4. Farrah Abraham Cries Very familiar. She doesn’t cry pretty either. 5. Farrah Abraham Bent Over Farrah Abraham bends over and hikes a football in the best/worst photo of all time. 6. Farrah Abraham Blow Up Doll Okay, that’s probably the real Farrah Abraham and not a blow up doll … but she sure looks like one, and we wouldn’t put it past her to have one made as a gift for boyfriend Simon Saran (pictured). View Slideshow
You may not believe this, but Chris Brown has gone ahead and done something disrespectful. The terrible human being has earned the wrath of friend Kylie Jenner after Brown shared an image on Instagram that referred to Caitlyn Jenner as a “science project.” It was the same image/message first posted this week by Snoop Dogg in response to Bruce Jenner’s public gender transformation. Reads the controversial post: “Shout out to Akon! He is about to supply 600 million Africans with solar power. I’m really upset that this isn’t major news but that science project bruce jenner is #Society.” Brown has since deleted the insult, but not before Kylie spotted it and certainly seemed to be addressing the singer when she Tweeted on Friday: “Not very nice to say about your friends dad. State what you want about the world without bashing others. Leave a positive impact.” Brown is yet to respond to Kylie’s Tweet or say anything about his original Caitlyn Jenner post. But does his reaction really surprise anyone familiar with Chris Brown? Caitlyn, meanwhile, has most received very positive support from the celebrity community. Exceptions, however, have included Connor Cruise (who slammed Caitlyn as unimportant and not courageous ) and Geraldo Rivera (who likened Caitlyn to Kris Humphries in terms of seeking attention and money). View Slideshow: Caitlyn Jenner Photos: So Long, Bruce!
Earlier tonight, Jill and Jessa Duggar were interviewed by Megyn Kelly in a one-hour Fox News special. The sisters had previously confirmed that they were molested by Josh Duggar , but this was the first time they were given the opportunity to offer their full account of the abuse they endured in 2002 and 2003. Jill and Jessa Duggar Interview, Part I Surprisingly, the sisters seem to bear no ill will toward the older brother who sexually assaulted them on several occasions. In fact, in the Kelly interview, they stated more than once that they’ve forgiven Josh for his actions, and they even dismissed his abuse as nothing more than “inappropriate touching” from a young man who was “curious about girls.” At one point, the sisters reminded viewers that they were unaware they were being molested, even when it occurred while they were awake. “We didn’t even know about it,” Jill said when asked about Josh’s abuse. She added that her brother was “very sly” in his actions. As for the media’s release of the police report that named Josh as a child molester , both sisters said they were shocked and outraged and believe themselves to be the victims of a conspiracy against their family. Asked about the police report that was released to In Touch Weekly in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, Jessa stated: “People that already don’t like our family would be the ones to spread this around, and maliciously do so, slanderously do so.” She went on to say that the media should “respect [the family’s] wish for things to remain private.” Jill built upon her sister’s accusations of slander by stating her belief that parents who have witnessed the Duggars PR nightmare might now stay silent. Victims might “take a pause before they do something to report … maybe these other victims will just not even have their situation dealt with.” The sisters then made the argument that the company that owns In Touch – Bauer Media Group – treated them like sex workers : View Slideshow: 21 Controversial Duggar Family Quotes “The tabloids who released this, they’re used to exploiting women,” Jill said. “Bauer,” Jessa added. “They’re a major porn provider. Maybe [that’s] their mindset. They’re just used to making objects out of women. Maybe we just didn’t seem any different.” The Bauer corporation is best known as the publisher of more than 400 magazine titles, most of which are mainstream periodicals, such as In Touch, Grazia and Empire. In both tonight’s interview and Jim Bob and Michelle’s earlier conversation with Kelly , the Duggars made the point that they feel more victimized by the media’s handling of their situation than by Josh’s abusive behavior. It’s a confusing argument, as the family goes from minimizing Josh’s actions as “mild touching” (that had been “dealt with” years before the Duggars rose to fame), to describing it as the darkest of family secrets that’s tragically been brought to light. Twitter is already abuzz with media figures bristling at the accusations, as generally when a case of child abuse is reported by a news outlet, the intent is not to shame the victims, but to help in some small way to ensure that justice is served and that the parties responsible are unable to claim further victims. By making sure the truth – however ugly it may be – is made public, responsible journalists can help to prevent abuse against children from being hidden and hushed-up, as happens far too often in our society. The Duggar girls stated that they are uncertain whether their family will pursue legal charges against the tabloids they feel are responsible for publicizing Josh’s past. Josh himself has yet to be interviewed account the scandal. View Slideshow: 23 Biggest Duggar Family Scandals
It’s been four days since Caitlyn Jenner made her debut on the cover of Vanity Fair, and her children have been universally supportive and have expressed their pride on several occasions. But there are bound to be some bumps in the road following any major life change, and Caitlyn’s transition is no exception. Naturally, Caitlyn’s youngest kids – Kendall and Kylie Jenner – have the most questions, and with Father’s Day fast approaching, they’re apparently unsure of the proper way to mark the occasion. Radar Online is reporting that the Jenner kids always make a big deal out of Father’s Day , but were initially afraid they would offend Caitlyn if they celebrated in the usual fashion this year. “Several of her kids had to ask Caitlyn if it is still appropriate to make plans celebrate the day with her,” says one insider. “They were told that ‘yes, it is’ still appropriate. Caitlyn told the kids that she will always be their dad and that is never going to change. “Caitlyn’s children always try to do something special for Father’s Day and they intend on doing the same again this year. Most likely a brunch at one of her favorite nearby restaurants.” So Father’s Day is a go, but the youngest KJs are reportedly what uncertain about what constitutes an appropriate gift. “A necktie is definitely not going to be the appropriate gift, but not everyone is comfortable enough yet to go and get her some lingerie!” says the source. Whoa, source. We’re pretty sure lingerie is never an appropriate gift for a parent. Frankly, we’re of the opinion that the kids shouldn’t really over-think it. Caitlyn is about to be the wealthiest reality star on TV . If there’s anything she’s really hoping for and doesn’t get, we’re sure she can spring for it herself. View Slideshow: Caitlyn Jenner Photos: So Long, Bruce!
Whoopi Goldberg laid the smackdown on Josh Duggar during a segment on The View today. Naturally, the talk show host was steamed over Duggar having molested five young girls when he was 14 and 15 years old. But Goldberg focused her wrath in this instance more on how the Duggar family has responded to the scandal: by mentioning God at every opportunity. Following Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar’s controversial interview with Megyn Kelly, the comedian told the reality stars to stop “[downplaying”] Josh Duggar’s sexual assaults, “especially after what you guys have done in the name of Christianity and God to other people.” Simply put, Goldberg reiterated: “Don’t bring up God. Don’t do it!” Many have called out the Duggars for hypocrisy because they have dedicated a chunk of their lives to condemning the homosexual lifestyle as bad for children… while knowing fully well that their own child actually molested children. Goldberg was disturbed by how the Duggars “play the Christian card,” concluding: “You can’t do that and talk about God forgiving people when you don’t have forgiveness in your own heart.”
The long-awaited Megyn Kelly interview of Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar aired on Fox News tonight, and the reality stars shared several shocking details. There was plenty to discuss regarding their son Josh’s sexual misconduct, and Kelly covered it from pretty much every conceivable angle Wednesday. The most surprising revelations, however, came from Jill and Jessa Duggar, both of whom confirmed that they were molested by their older brother . Jill and Jessa Duggar appeared only briefly, at the very end of the broadcast, as a preview for their own interview with Kelly that’s set to air on Friday. In the clip, the now-married Duggar daughters do not address their feelings regarding Josh’s crimes, but instead criticize “the system.” The system that they feel is responsible for failing to keep his file sealed as required by law and exposing the two of them as victims, that is. Jessa dismisses her brother’s actions as “stupid mistakes” and states that she believes that her family’s right to privacy was not protected. “We’re victims. It isn’t fair,” says a tearful Jill, presumably in response to a question about the story leaking to the Internet last month. While it’s true that Josh’s file was leaked illegally, and the family has been embroiled in scandal ever since, it’s an interesting angle to take. Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Interview, Part I Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Interview, Part II Many on social media expressed surprise that Jill, Jessa, Jim Bob and Michelle seem more concerned with the leak than with the abuse that took place. Earlier in the interview, Jim Bob Duggar defended his failure to report Josh’s sexual abuse by claiming that Josh himself was only a child at the time. The Josh Duggar sexual molestation of four sisters and one babysitter was not investigated until a third party reported his crimes several years later. By that point, the statute of limitations on his crimes had expired. The Duggars also implied that their entire family is being victimized now more than they were before, as the kids do not even remember this happening. Nowadays, however, the story is everywhere – through no fault of their own – and they are being forced to relive this abject horror as it were. Fair point? Deflecting from the real issue? You decide. View Slideshow: 23 Biggest Duggar Family Scandals
In their bombshell interview with Fox News’ Megyn Kelly last night, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar made some surprising statements to say the least. Perhaps most controversially, the reality stars insinuated that police actually took bribes to leak Josh Duggar’s molestation file and sabotage their family. Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Interview, Part I Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Interview, Part II Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar acknowledged the horrible actions of their first of their 19 children, Josh Duggar, who molested his sisters as a teenager. However, they also sought to downplay his behavior to an extent, insisting that he “improperly touched” Jessa and Jill Duggar for “just a few seconds.” Now married adults, Jessa and Jill Duggar were among the five molestation victims – four sisters and one babysitter – assaulted by Josh a decade ago. Awful and inexcusable as Michelle and Jim Bob admit this is, they insist that all of the girls either don’t remember it or didn’t understand it at the time. In turn, the backlash against them, or so they claim, has actually made this a whole lot worse for them than any pain Josh may have inflicted back then. Jim Bob defended his handling of the situation , and sought to turn the tables on the “public shame” instigated by someone with a “personal agenda.” “There’s an agenda,” Michelle told Megyn . “There’s people that are purposely trying to bring things out and twisting them to hurt and slander.” Taking that defense a step further, Jim Bob said the “attack” on the 19 Kids And Counting stars was led by Springdale, Ark., Police Chief Kathy O’Kelley. View Slideshow: 23 Biggest Duggar Family Scandals O’Kelley, he said, set out to “hurt” his family for a “bribe.” “She was getting ready to retire and said, ‘There’s a few things I want to do before I retire,’” he said, strongly implying she leaked the molestation file. “I think I was on her list.” The parents promise “justice will be served” because their girls “were victimized in these last couple of weeks more than they were 12 years ago.” Clearly, Michelle and Jim Bob came in with a strategy to cop to their actions (or inaction), but also to re-frame the Josh Duggar molestation scandal . Or as they might put it, the “improper touching” scandal. The Duggar patriarch maintains that the family “did the best that we could under the circumstances” and that Josh has long been a “changed person.” Moreover, they’re looking to shift the narrative to the fact that this file was illegally leaked a decade after the fact after all parties had moved on. Is it a fair argument? Will it work? Can it salvage their reputation and keep TLC from pulling the plug on 19 Kids and Counting? There’s a whole lot to discuss in the comments below … View Slideshow: 20 Controversial Duggar Family Quotes
In the wake of the Josh Duggar sexual abuse scandal , more and more uncomfortable truths about Josh and his family are coming to light. Somehow, they keep getting progressively more disturbing, too. We heard first-hand accounts of Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar child abuse in the form of using a “rod” to punish their kids for minor offenses. Shortly thereafter, we learned about the harsh nature of Michelle Duggar’s “blanket training” and other controversial parenting methods. The floodgates are officially open, and what a deluge it’s been. Everyone from former 19 Kids and Counting crew members to fellow residents of Tontitown, Ark., are coming forward with troubling Duggar tales. The latest? Gawker posted several shocking Duggar stories today, several of which involved Jim Bob and his stance on pre-marital sexual activity. His supposedly hard-line, yet often hypocritical stance. One fellow parishioner at the Duggars’ church recalls Josh’s return from “therapy” after Jim Bob sent him away, supposedly for being caught with pornographic materials: View Slideshow: 9 Things BANNED in the Duggar Family “Nobody told me he was guilty of sexual molestation. I do remember that he was caught for pornography and being sent away for rehabilitation when he was 17 or so.” “If people look back to when Josh was bald on the show, it was because he was being ‘rehabilitated.’ The head-shaving was part of the shaming process.” “When Josh returned from his ‘porn rehab,’ he was brought before the church.” “After Josh gave his ‘testimony,’ his sisters came up and hugged him and I remember seeing huge, confused tears streaming down their faces.” “I remember being confused about why they seemed to take it so personally … Now it makes more sense.” Like so many things about this scandal, it most disturbingly does. Another tipster says her “cousin’s husband” worked on the 19 Kids set and offered an alarming account of an incident in which Jim Bob caught one of his sons masturbating: “One of the older Duggar Boys was caught playing with himself.” View Slideshow: 20 Controversial Duggar Family Quotes “He said that one of his brothers had told on him for being in the bathroom for a few hours one night, worried that he was sick.” “Well to see if he really was, Jim Bob walked in.” “He caught him doing it, and on one of the day’s the cameras were filming. Jim bobs screams made the crew run to where they were filming.” “Immediately they asked him what was wrong. All Jim Could reply was, ‘Idle hands are the devil’s playthings.’ “Apparently, the whole next day he was supposed to do chores around the house. But, Jim Bob had tied his hands together so that doing anything was nearly impossible.” Tell us if you have a hard time picturing that. Obviously, there’s no excuse or explanation for Josh’s reprehensible actions, and there’s no one to blame except for Josh Duggar himself. That said, every new revelation about the Duggars’ bizarre approaches to child rearing and sexuality helps shed new light on the situation. Specifically, the troubling mentality of the authority figures who believed they could handle the situation themselves, and who convinced their children to keep revolting family secrets to themselves for over a decade. View Slideshow: 23 Biggest Duggar Family Scandals
