Jon & Kate Ratings Plunge 77 Percent

Us Magazine - July 1, 2009 12:15 PM PDT
Story photo: Jon & Kate Ratings Plunge 77 PercentKate Gosselin and Jon Gosselin attend Discovery Upfront at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 2, 2009 in New York City. Brad Barket/WireImage for Discovery CommunicationsUs Magazine
Jon & Kate Plus 8 ratings plummeted 77 percent last Monday.

Only 2.4 million viewers tuned in -- significantly down from June 22's much-hyped divorce announcement episode, which was watched by a record 10.6 million.

See what stars look like with Kate's hair.

(In comparison, the show's season 5 debut attracted 9.8 million watchers.)

Monday's episode, titled "The First 10 Years," consisted mostly of old clips. The show is now on hiatus until Aug. 3 to give the family "some time to regroup," the network said in a statement.

Find out how the Gosselins spent summer.

Kate plans to continue taping the reality hit. After announcing her divorce to TV cameras, she said through tears: "The show must go on!"

See Jon's scandalous relationship photos.

The Gosselins released a statement Tuesday saying they would no longer speak to the press.

See the Gosselin family album.

"Our goal is to do the very best for our children and that will be done as privately as possible," the Gosselins wrote on TLC's Web site. "We appreciate the understanding, support and well wishes from so many."


More news from Usmagazine.com



Join Us on Facebook and Twitter for even more up to the minute celebrity news and photos!

comments

comments

comments 1-10 of 34  |< newest · < newer · older > · oldest >|  hide comments · post a comment
  • Julie
    They need to end the show. The whole situation is a trainwreck and I feel so bad for the kids for being subjected to all of this. Kate isn't doing what's best for her family, but what is best for herself. It's disgusting. I don't blame Jon for wanting to divorce her because of how she treated him but his behavior has been equally disgusting. I don't watch th
    report abuseposted August 9, 2009 7:32 PM PDT
  • Mandie L
    It's sad not just for the family but for the millions that watched them. I feel sorry for the kids and Kate but Jon knew exactly what he was doing. He says he wants the best for his kids well that did not enclude laying down with another woman. Shame on you Jon!!!
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 7:32 PM PDT
  • Alexia
    If you all are so sick of Jon and Kate, why are you commenting on this page?
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 8:54 AM PDT
  • groovygirl27
    Yeah, the show must go on so she can get her paycheck and freebies. I hope TLC cancels the show!
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 8:17 AM PDT
  • groovygirl27
    Yeah, the show must go on so she can get her paycheck and freebies. I hope TLC cancels the show!
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 8:17 AM PDT
  • johnnie t
    take the money and fame away and see what kind of mother she is. all you hear is my kids,my kids, bULL@@@@ THAT WOMAN LIKES WHAT MONEY CAN BUY OR BUMB AND TRYING TO LOOK LIKE A MOVIE STAR. GETA JOB HIT WILL LAST LONGER THAN HER LOOKS.
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 7:48 AM PDT
  • Lewby
    FYI...for all of you who "just" started watching the episodes of Jon & Kate plus 8, you need to watch the past 2-3 episodes which show the "REAL" Kate and Jon. Jon was ALWAYS doing something, painting, laying carpet, moving furniture, loading and unloading the kids in that van. Kate, well, Kate like to sleep in the morning while Jon brought her coffee. Q
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 5:35 AM PDT
  • Lewby
    Seems like everyone's worried about the "kids"...well folks, did any of YOUR kids get the advantages of these kids? I rather doubt it. If all those sponsors who give the Gosselins things, why don't they stop and start feeding the hungary? Jon and Kate, go to WORK (something foreign to you) and support your own dang family!!!
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 5:32 AM PDT
  • Lewby
    Jon and Kate just "don't get it"..they are NOT celebrities.On June 25th we lost a celebrity, one that was taken way too early. One that way known worldwide. Do the Gosslin's really think they compare? Who gives a rip about Kates books and clothing line?I for sure don't.I cannot stand to even here that woman's voice.TLC, bring on more of Big World,
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 5:29 AM PDT
  • angel eyes
    i just feel bad for the kids, kate has completely monopolized on this whole show. all she cares about is the money, fame and the notariety she's getting. honestly, i feel like her children are being neglected; used as pawns and props. shouldn't someone just call child protective services? i'm glad that jody and kevin(kate's brother) went public and called kate out o
    report abuseposted July 2, 2009 4:43 AM PDT
comments 1-10 of 34  |< newest · < newer · older > · oldest >| 

Post A Comment

sign in to post a comment.

sign in

Help us to improve! - Send Your Suggestions