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Joseph Duggar is currently facing charges in connection with alleged child molestation.

Where is the Duggar family now? Inside the *19 Kids and Counting *stars' lives today amid Joseph's arrest

Joseph Duggar is currently facing charges in connection with alleged child molestation.

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The Duggar family rose to fame as the stars of TLC's *19 Kids & Counting*, which aired 10 seasons from 2008 to 2015.

The series offered a glimpse into the unique lifestyle, daily routines, and family values of Arkansas politician Jim Bob Duggar, his wife Michelle, and their 19 kids. Yes, 19 kids. Nine daughters and 10 sons, each of whom was given a name starting with "J."

After the original series ended in 2015 amid scandal, many of the Duggar children have grown up and started families of their own. Others have remained in the spotlight for various reasons, including legal matters. In March 2026, Joseph Duggar was arrested in connection with allegations that he molested a 9-year-old girl during a 2020 trip to Florida. Some of his relatives has since spoken out about his recent arrest.

Here's everything we know about where the Duggar Family is now.

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar

Michelle Duggar and Jim Bob Duggar. D Dipasupil/Getty

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar continue to reside in Arkansas, where their family first captured national attention on *19 Kids and Counting*. They live on a sprawling property that includes multiple homes and serves as the central hub for the Duggar family.

Since their stint on reality TV, the Duggars have stayed busy with various ventures. Jim Bob attempted a return to politics in 2021 with an unsuccessful Arkansas State Senate run. He and Michelle remain active in real estate, having flipped several properties over the years.

In addition to their business pursuits, the couple has written books, spoken at faith-based events, and stayed involved with IBLP. They're also grandparents to over 30 grandchildren.

In 2023, a Prime Vide" docuseries, *Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets, *dug into the Duggar family's relationship with IBLP, which some former members have described as a "cult," as well as its affiliated homeschool program, ATI, noting how both have influenced the Duggar family.

"The recent 'documentary' that talks about our family is sad because in it we see the media and those with ill intentions hurting people we love," Jim Bob and Michelle wrote in a joint statement at the time. "Like other families, ours too has experienced the joys and heartbreaks of life, just in a very public format. This 'documentary' paints so much and so many in a derogatory and sensationalized way because sadly that's the direction of entertainment these days."

Josh Duggar. courtesy Washington county arkansas

*19 Kids and Counting* was canceled in 2015 amid resurfaced allegations that Josh Duggar, Jim Bob and Michelle's oldest son and a star of the series, had molested multiple underage girls, including his sisters, when he was a teenager in the 2000s.

Josh acknowledged the allegations in May 2015 and shared an apology. "Twelve years ago, as a young teenager, I acted inexcusably for which I am extremely sorry and deeply regret," he said in May 2015. "I hurt others, including my family and close friends."

Just a few months later, Josh was revealed to have cheated on his wife after a much-publicized data breach of Ashley Madison, an online hub for facilitating extramarital affairs. He checked himself into rehab that same month.

In April 2021, Josh was arrested on federal charges of receiving and possessing child pornography, which he denied. His trial began on Nov. 30 of that year. By Dec. 9, he was found guilty on all charges.

On May 25, 2022, Josh was sentenced to over 12 years in prison. He has since filed multiple appeals, all of which have been unsuccessful. In May 2025, he requested a court-appointed attorney, claiming he is "unable to afford counsel due to my current financial circumstances," according to PEOPLE. He continues to maintain his innocence.**

Joseph Duggar

Joseph Duggar's mugshot.

Washington County Sheriff's Department

After the show ended, Joseph Duggar earned his real estate license in 2016 and enrolled at Crown Bible College, though he left after a year to join the family's construction business. He married his wife Kendra in September 2017, and the couple are now parents to Garrett, Addison, Brooklyn, and a younger fourth child.

In March 2026, Joseph was arrested and charged in connection with allegations that he molested a 9-year-old girl in 2020 while on a family vacation in Florida.

Josh Duggar speaks out from jail on brother Joseph's child sex abuse allegations

'19 Kids and Counting' star Joseph Duggar's mug shot released

Officials in Bay County confirmed on Wednesday, March 18, that he's facing charges of lewd and lascivious molestation of a child under 12, along with an additional charge related to inappropriate conduct by someone 18 years or older.

According to investigators, Duggar was confronted by the girl's father and allegedly confessed "his actions" to police. He was taken into custody in Arkansas and is expected to be extradited to Bay County.

His sister Jill and her family addressed his arrest, saying they were "shocked and heartbroken."

"We strongly condemn abuse," their statement continued. "We support the rule of law and hope that justice will be achieved. Our hearts go out to the innocent juvenile victim of this unspeakable crime and her family. We pray God gives her strength, comfort and hope, and that she is able to get all the help and support she needs and deserves in the days ahead."

Jana Wissmann

Jana Wissmann (née Duggar) and her husband, Stephen Wissmann.

Jana Duggar/Instagram

Jana Wissmann (née Duggar), the eldest daughter of Jim Bob and Michelle, has continued to build on her career following her time on *19 Kids and Counting* and *Counting On*, which concluded in 2021.

Along with sisters Jill, Jessa, and Jinger, Wissmann co-authored the 2014 book *Growing Up Duggar: It's All About Relationships*, sharing insights into their family life, faith, and experiences growing up in the Duggar household.

In the days following Josh's conviction, news broke that Wissmann was charged with endangering the welfare of a minor in September 2021. She addressed the situation on Dec. 14 via her Instagram Story, explaining that when she was babysitting, "one of the children wandered outside alone." Someone saw the child and alerted authorities, resulting in a citation for Wissmann.

"This resulted in a written citation, as well as a follow-up with child welfare who concluded that it was an accident and the child was unharmed," she added.

A clerk later told PEOPLE that Wissmann settled the matter outside of court and paid an $880 fine.

Jana married Stephen Wissmann on Aug. 15, 2024. They welcomed their first child, a son named Archie, in December 2025.

Jill Dillard

Jill Dillard (née Duggar).

Jill Duggar Dillard/Instagram

Jill Dillard (née Duggar), Jim Bob and Michelle's second daughter, is now largely estranged from her parents.

She married Derick Dillard on June 21, 2014, and the couple has three sons. Jill has also experienced pregnancy loss, including a miscarriage in 2021 and a stillbirth in 2024, both of which she has spoken about publicly.

In 2015, Dillard revealed to *Fox News*' Megyn Kelly that she and her sister, Jessa, were two of several sisters who had been inappropriately touched by their older brother Josh. She shared that they had been unaware of the incident at the time and only learned about it after their parents found out and later told them.

"I was angry at first, I was like, 'How could this happen?'" she said. "And then my parents explained to us what happened and then Josh came and asked each of us, individually, I know, he asked me to forgive him. And I had to make that choice to forgive him, you know."

Dillard co-wrote 2014's *Growing Up Duggar* with three of her sisters and released a memoir, *Counting the Cost*, in 2023, where she shared more about her experiences growing up in a highly structured and religious household.

That same year, she appeared on the Prime Video docuseries *Shiny Happy People, *in which she revealed she wasn't paid for either of the TLC series on which she appeared. "I never received any payout — no check, no cash, no nothing," she said. "For seven and a half years of my adult life, I was never paid."

In June 2025, she offered a rare nod to Jim Bob on Father's Day. "Happy Father's Day to my own dad @duggarfam who always made time for us kids and kept things exciting and adventurous growing up, including the family bike rides, work days at the car lot, meals of cold butter beans with ketchup and BBQ tunafish sandwiches," she wrote.**

Jessa Seewald

Jessa Seewald (née Duggar).

Jessa Duggar Seewald/Instagram

Jessa Seewald (née Duggar), the third Duggar daughter, has remained in the public eye through social media and her popular YouTube channel, where she shares glimpses into her daily life, motherhood, and renovation projects.

Speaking of, she married Benjamin Seewald in 2014 after a 14-month romance and a brief three-month engagement. The couple has since built a large family of their own, welcoming six children: Spurgeon, Henry, Ivy, Fern, George, and Edward.

Jinger Vuolo

Jinger Vuolo (née Duggar).

Jinger Vuolo/Instagram

Jinger Vuolo (née Duggar) has publicly distanced herself from the strict religious teachings under which she was raised.

She married former professional soccer player Jeremy Vuolo in November 2016 after meeting him during a mission trip to Central America the year prior. The couple now has three children and lives in California.

In 2024, the Vuolos launched *The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast*, where they discuss "faith, family, reality TV, and life in general."

Over the years, Vuolo has been open about reevaluating her family's belief system. In early 2023, she and Jeremy spoke candidly with PEOPLE about their spiritual journey, with Jinger describing her former religious environment as "cult-like."

"Fear was a huge part of my childhood," she said. "I thought I had to wear only skirts and dresses to please God. Music with drums, places I went, or the wrong friendships could all bring harm."

Jinger elaborates on these criticisms in her 2023 memoir, *Becoming Free Indeed: My Story of Disentangling Faith from Fear*. Through her story, Vuolo hopes to help others who may be facing similar struggles.

"That's the beauty of this journey," she said. "The teaching I grew up under was harmful, it was damaging, and there are lasting effects. But I know other people are struggling, and people who are still stuck. I want to share my story, and maybe it will help even just one person to be freed."

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