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Gosselin finally taken to court by TLC

Jon GosselinWho says that justice is a forgotten concept that only exists as a hope and no longer as an important facet of a fully functional society?

Jon Gosselin is about to have his day in court. Take that, evil!

TLC is suing for the former star of Jon & Kate Plus 8 for breach of contract, accusing accused him of violating an exclusivity and moral clause in his contract. I was shocked. Reality shows have morals? Of course it makes sense that the only morals involved in reality shows would have to be enforced by a contract.

Proof the world is ending: I agree with Nancy Grace

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I'll admit it: I watch Jon & Kate Plus Eight. In all of the episodes I've seen, I've never listened to Jon Gosselin speak and thought, "You sir, have missed your vocational calling in the Rocket Sciences," but I also didn't think he was a complete idiot. Recently, my view has changed.

Let's not even get into the wisdom of dating a 22-year-old, or partying on a yacht in France while your wife is back home in Pennsylvania caring for your eight children. The man simply does not know the meaning of the phrase, "quit while you're ahead." To wit: his ridiculous defense on Larry King of his decision to halt production on Jon & Kate as soon as it became Kate Plus Eight, and his Ed Hardy-wearing ass got fired.

Gosselin also thought it would be wise to go on The Insider and square off against caustic defender of "justice," Nancy Grace. In this appearance, he further defends his actions, and claims that all of the decisions he makes are for his kids. Spoiler alert: This does not go well for him.

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Another view of Jon Gosselin's latest move

Jon_Gosselin_TLCAs Jane wrote, last night Jon Gosselin was on Larry King Live with his side of the latest involving him and Kate. Here's my take: Jon Gosselin realized that the game was going on without him so he took his basketball and went home. Actually, that's a metaphor for what happened. In reality, TLC shut down filming Kate Plus 8, the network's new incarnation for Jon & Kate Plus 8 sans Daddy, when Jon sent a cease-and-desist order to the network.

So now Jon has had the realization that maybe putting his eight children on a reality show wasn't such a positive experience. More likely he saw that he was being cut out of the fame game and figured he'd hold his breath until TLC let him back into the show.

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Jon Gosselin does damage control on Larry King

Jon Gosselin on Larry King
What a mess the whole Jon & Kate Plus 8 Minus 1 debacle is. Apparently, after learning that TLC was moving forward with a revamped show named Kate Plus 8, Jon demanded through his lawyers that the show cease production immediately or face criminal charges.

A letter from his attorney noted, "In the event that anyone enters the marital property, Jon Gosselin will notify the local authorities to effectuate police action against any trespassers." Keep in mind that Jon seemed fine with the kids being on the show last week, when he was still a big part of the show and was, in fact, filming an episode with the kids.

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Reality show math: Jon & Kate Plus 8 minus Jon = Kate Plus 8

Jon and KateJon is no longer going to be part of Jon & Kate, not in the marriage and not in the show.

TLC has announced that Jon Gosselin is leaving the reality show. Guess the spotlight got to be too much for him, plus the show turned into a depress-fest since their battles and separation. Jon will be written out of the show in a few weeks when his character, "Jon Gosselin," vanishes.

OK, just kidding on that last part. But I'm sure they'll have a "Special Episode" with his departure. The new show starts in November.

An open letter to Paula Deen

Paula DeenPaula,

It has come to my attention, via this article at E! Online, that you are thinking of doing a View-like women's talk show. I don't know if this is a bad idea in general, though I think that you are better off just doing your cooking shows and not risk spreading yourself too thin. But I'm not worried about you doing a talk show as much as I'm worried about the person who you might do the show with.

Kate Gosselin???

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Jon "despises" Kate

Jon And Kate Plus EightThings are getting a little heated for everyone's favorite dysfunctional family. No, not The Simpsons. I'm referring to Jon Gosselin, the former patriarch of Jon and Kate Plus Eight, who declared on Good Morning America that he "despises" his ex-wife and former co-star, Kate. And here I thought "TLC" also meant "tender loving care".

People, do you remember all those "reality" programs that so many of you adore so much? They're all fake. This is the sort of reason I can't stand reality television. While there is no formal "script", the people on those shows are as much characters as those on Battlestar Galactica, except the writing isn't as good.

As a note to anybody famous considering divorce: if you do decide to go through with it, practice some tact and don't make it the headline of every tabloid that points a microphone in your face. This entire situation is schadenfreude at its worst.

Jon & Kate returns tonight

Hey Kids, Mom & Dad Don't Love Each Other Anymore On National Television returns with two new episodes tonight at 9. Here's a sneak peek. If only one of the things that Kate is going to do that she's never done before was "not do a reality show."

TLC president makes a Jon & Kate statement - TCA Report

Jon & KateThe Discovery networks are up right now and their panels are going at light speed, about ten minutes per. Before the TLC section, network president Eileen O'Neill made a statement about the upcoming episodes of Jon & Kate Plus 8.

First off... goodbye interview couch! Now the estranged couple will interview individually on single chairs. Whew... dodged that bullet. As far as how the rest of the show will go, here's what she said:

"Our approach is to cover the family with great care and thoughtfulness. We never said they were perfect. we will continue to capture family's journey in sincere and sensitive way.

"These are two parents that love their kids more than ever. We will show themseparately parenting. Kate puts tent up in backyard and gets advice from one of the children. Jon struggles in kitchen trying to make pizza."

As far as what role the "new people and places" in the couple's lives -- code for "new girlfriends/boyfriends and Upper West Side apartments" -- will take in the show, she said that "we'll be taking it on a case by case basis."

New TV on DVD releases this week

SpongeBob SquarePantsHere are the new TV DVDs, in stores tomorrow.

I don't care how much controversy there is, why would anyone want to buy the Jon & Kate Plus 8 DVDs? Would you really want to sit around a year or two or five from now and watch the episodes again? Why?

There's a new Route 66 DVD set out, Season 3, Volume 1, but if you got the Season 3 collector's set from Best Buy or Critic's Choice, they've issued a recall.

  • Charlie's Angels - Season 4
  • The Donna Reed Show - Season 2
  • Hotel - Season 1
  • Jon & Kate Plus 8 - Season 4, Vol. 2
  • The Lucy Show - Season 1

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Jon & Kate filming again

Jon and KateI'm pretty cynical, but even I don't believe that Jon & Kate's marriage woes are a ratings stunt for their show. I truly believe it's all real. But that doesn't mean that I don't think that the way the whole thing is being handled isn't for ratings. The show returns on August 3, and as you can see from this pic above, they aren't exactly acting like Jonathan and Jennifer from Hart to Hart. Sure, it's just a snapshot in time and means nothing, but...well, you just know things aren't so great.

Kate is probably thinking, "Jon, you had to bring your girlfriend with you?"

Fake Kate answers fake Jon on fake Match.com

We've already shown you the FunnyorDie.com video that shows "Jon Gosselin" and his Match.com profile video. You knew it was just a matter of time before "Kate" got her response. This probably works better if you watch Jon & Kate Plus 8, but I don't watch it and I still found it funny.


Jon Gosselin goes on Match.com (via FunnyorDie.com, that is)

This is pretty funny: Funny or Die has created a Match.com video for Jon & Kate Plus 8 star Jon Gosselin. Now that he's going to be free from Kate, he's looking for a date. Didn't mean for that to rhyme.

The funniest part is the screen name they give Jon.

Match.com-Jon Gosselin - watch more funny videos

Jon and Kate stop talking to the media, about five years too late (UPDATE)

Jon and Kate: Were they split during their Hawaii wedding?According to the New York Daily News, Jon and Kate Gosselin have decided to go in media blackout mode as they figure out their divorce. On the show's page on the TLC web site, the couple released a statement that mentions why they've stopped talking to the media:

"During this very difficult time we will be working to focus solely on the needs of our family. This includes no longer commenting publicly or reacting to media stories and speculation. Our goal is to do the very best for our children and that will be done as privately as possible."

They've even gone so far as to file their divorce in a court that will keep their records sealed. Unfortunately, it all feels like a bunch of "too little too late" moves. If they're trying to protect the children, why did Kate and Jon spend the last four months talking to magazines like People for months on end? Why did they announce their split in front of 10.6 million gawkers (including me)? Why in the hell did they even start their show to begin with?

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Should children be allowed on reality TV?

Emilia from Toddlers and Tiaras gets ready.After the separation of Jon and Kate Gosselin, one is left wondering: what will happen to the children? Jon and Kate Plus Eight isn't the first reality show to feature children, but many including Jon and Kate, place their children in questionable situations.

What makes exploiting children the same as a twenty-something who wants to win Big Brother? Family reality shows have done everything as well, including swapping mothers, adventure races, fixing houses, and general living with life. There's got to be a point where the legal guardian has to say enough is enough. Aren't child labor laws in effect with the 24/7 families?

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