You can really see TFW's receding hairline on Bethenny. She really should avoid combing her hair back like that because it makes her forehead look too high with the hairline too far back. Hair falling out like that must be stress and poor eating, I'd think.
Kate, If you read here, please consider that no matter what you do/say/fabricate about Jon, your children know the truth about what kind of Dad he really is. Ultimately, they may not be able to forgive you for how you have tried to remove him from their lives by painting him as something he is not.
I noticed on Bethenny that Kate seldom smiled and her upper lip did not move when she spoke. She has this cold stare and I cannot imagine her as a TV host. And again, the hand flapping. This has got to be an indication of lying.
For sure she has had a nose job. It is thinner and that is not the result of weight loss.
An interview with TFW in the Toronto Star today. Some interesting tidbits...it was supposed to be a lunch interview but Kate just sipped on water. She wakes up ".....every day dreaming of that second chance...." she says of her desire to get back on TV. "The person you read about does not exist". (Really?) Oh yes, and TV made her "more empathetic". (How about "pathetic"? Empathetic must be her new buzzword) http://www.thestar.com/life/parent/2013/10/04/kate_gosselin_hoping_love_is_in_the_mix_cookbook_will_net_another_tv_deal.html
Thanks AnnieD for the link to TFW's interview in the Toronto Star. Very good article! What a delusional person she is. She has NO idea who she is or what it takes to be successful (in just about anything).
Talking about her book she says: "But if it resonates with busy parents, Gosselin’s target demo, she hopes it will lead to another reality show, cooking program, daytime gabfest or even work as an actor. She would love to voice an animated character, preferably in the role of bossy mom."
I believe that both Jon and Kate have put money aside in trust for their kids. I also believe (as a child of a spiteful divorce) that they put it into two different trusts because they can not work together for anything. The difference is that Jon did it (I think) during the divorce because he wanted the kids to have their money because it was the right thing to do. TFW only did it after the law was passed and she HAD to. Not because she had her children's best interests at heart. This is why, imo, their motivations for sharing this private-none-of-our-business-business are so different. Jon shares this information to defend himself because he is being slammed as a deadbeat dad when he is not. If the media left him alone, (if his exwife would leave him alone!) he would not have just come out and talked about this. Whereas TFW, when she feels like she needs to do a "kinder, gentler Kate" tour, is sure to mention how awesome she is in caring for her children financially. And all by herself! (after the law made her do it, but we won't mention that!) The question viewers need to ask themselves is who is trying to manipulate you and why?
Oh, and I totally think that her choice of dress was a purposeful choice also to manipulate and that the "bodyguard" one of the people holding the strings in this puppet show.
The person you read about does not exist *********************************************************************
How about the person in Hoffaman's book? You know? That pesky little thing that won't go away?
She keeps saying "college funds" a little too often, another one of her "catch phrases". Those kids EARNED their own MONEY. It should have been put into a fund for them to have with NO STRINGS ATTACHED. It's THEIRS. It's not an inheritance or a windfall, they WORKED for it and will be paying for it for the rest of their lives. Has she somehow ensured that if college doesn't happen, they won't get the money? Wouldn't put it past her.
When the interviewer asked if Jon paid child support, all of a sudden she's now saying she can't talk about it. WTF? Does that mean she'll stop using the line about being the "sole supporter" of the children?
From the article:
“Does Jon not pay any child support?” I ask.
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
Then there's this quote about why she is such a polarizing figure:
"“For whatever reason, people love me to death and find inspiration in what they see. Or they hate me so much that they are willing to spend all of their life sabotaging everything I do.”
About the lawsuit:
"“It’s not a situation I can talk about because it’s in open litigation still,” says Gosselin, who sued her ex in federal court. “I mean, it will all come out in court. But it’s just sad. That’s the bottom line.”
Yep, Kate--it will ALL come out in court. I hope you realize that.
So it seems like her lawyers are trying to do some damage control-considering the change in her answers since her Today show interview. For a refresher, here's what she said on the Today show:
Good point! You are absolutely correct. That is why this woman makes me sick. That way she emphasized "I" was so obvious. Another juicy dig at Jon on national TV. Where is Robert's book??????
I think now that the Grand Book Tour 2013 is over, her next course of action is the twins 13th birthday. We are going to hear all about how exhausted she is planning a party at the last minute. She is way behind on grifting. If memory serves me right, she started months earlier last year. I'm absolutely stumped on what her next move might be to reinvent herself.
That Toronto Star link is interesting. It's amazing that she is still chasing some D list glory like a junkie chases his next fix.. Work on making friends, getting involved in your kids lives and enjoying your good fortune. Soon enough the kids will be gone and you will be alone regretting what could have been, If she wasn't such a bitch I would fee.l sorry for her.
What about the person I saw and continue to see with my own eyes....
That one filmed and interviewed to this day...who said this is the realest reality show ever....the one who said this is our life, it just happens to be filmed? The one who can't stop very publicly bashing their dad?
What about that ugly person? That really bad wife? And even worse mom?
I think The Toronto Star journalist had Kate's number. The sipping on bottled water, no food,the flaxen locks, changed appearance and attitude, the hesitation over Jon questions, including the 'love me to death... or hate me" Just reading between the lines, but I didn't get the feeling he loved her to death!
Gosselin’s target demo, she hopes it will lead to another reality show, cooking program, daytime gabfest or even work as an actor. She would love to voice an animated character, preferably in the role of bossy mom.
She just won't give up. She just won't. As I hang my head low in disbelief.
swimgirl said... 13 Laugh for the day... this tweet is from one of Jon's most ardent haters, the 'good' Catholic who wished he would die in a car crash...
xxxxxxx tweeted: @FM100Memphis Tell @Kateplusmy8 I said to STOP mentioning Jon. They're divorced 4 years & Jon is her past NOT her present or future
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She is PIZZED that TFW said she has feelings for Jon. She is sending her a DM through Milo..check out her tweet. She is on a rant.
She's tweeting radio stations telling them to tell TFW not to talk about Jon. She told TWF she is perplexed by her statements. I don't have time to copy and paste them right now but OMG
14hFired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack @Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 A good interviewer needs 2learn 2listen as well as2ask appropriate ??s. Some ??s were rude in the manner asked. Details23 : 23
14hFired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack @Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 LOL Paige...her manner was 2forthright. She fired ??s at Kate & never shut up long enuf 4Kate 2answer! Details23 : 20 ======== Gotta love that Milo. Bad Bethany for trying to ask real questions!
Cape cod mama, I have no doubt that the darling grandbaby poop will be vastly more interesting that the attempts of TFMJG to repackage same old boring poop she produced. The interview answer left out a huge part of the population. TFMJG should include the vast majority who just don't care one way or the other about her. TFMJG is boring to even most reality TV viewers who have moved on to the newer brighter shinier more interesting reality personalities. Just some fun facts about Bethenny talk show: production company is A Very Good Production that is owned by Ellen DeGeneres. Executive producers are Terence Noonan who did same job for Anderson Live, admin boyfriends show. Another exec producer is Meghan Schaefer Spielberg, who was in charge of Msnbc daytime programming before. And isn't Andy Cohen in charge of all those Real Housewives shows? Let's see, what do we think that Andy Cohen, Anderson Cooper, and Ellen all think of TFMJG? They have had to deal with her on previous woe is me tours. Just interesting observations and connections.
I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it.
Jumping In said... 25 I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it.
Quote attributed to Walter Winchell, legendary newspaper gossip columnist and radio commentator - google him for an interesting story. ” Be nice to those you meet on the way up. They're the same folks you'll meet on the way down.” Good advice for anyone in any line of work.
Kim Weiss @kimmerieweiss 1h Kate G and her cookbook get a really thorough news piece in today's TORONTO STAR (Canada's premier daily paper);... http://fb.me/2H1ToFdOJ
“There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about. And according to them, most of the time, I’m doing pretty good. I’m getting eight thumbs up.”
Of course they give her a thumbs up. They know they have to feed the beast her narcissistic supply,
Kate G., that was your BIG interview to get back on tv on the Bethany show. Did you not understand or get that? That was your big chance to get back on TV.
All of the producers were watching you, and some wee prob pulling for you to pull through. You have the look.
Also watching def Ellen and prob Oprah.
Not a bash, but watching your face as it was so mean looking the entire time she was interviewing you. The only time you ever really smile is when your pic is being taken, not on rolling cameras, but pic cameras. Why don't you look into some type of advertisement in face print ads, which is what you are actually good at and you don't have to talk, pretend, lie, or act?
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
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Now they're not allowed to? HUH? She had no trouble in the past releasing all kinds of statements about how he doesn't pay a cotton picking cent (always conveniently leaving out the change in custodial arrangements that immediately preceded the corresponding mandated by law change in child support.)
And why was she looking to STEVE for this? Jon's child support and what Kate says or doesn't say about it is none of his damn business.
This article really was making fun of her, sort of baffled WHY she is trying SO hard to get back in the public eye--while at the same time trying to be fair. Thanks Kate for admitting that was really her on TV and she did all those things and editing really can't be blamed too much (even though in the past she blamed it on editing too), I only disagree with one thing about how her haters sabotage her. Most of her major failings cannot in any rational manner be related directly back to anyone but herself. Moreover, many celebs are polarizing and still get plenty of work.
Waking up every morning dreaming for a chance on TV is the dream of a 14 year old girl, not a grown woman with teens and preteens to raise. Grow up.
e opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about. And according to them, most of the time, I’m doing pretty good. I’m getting eight thumbs up.” &&&&
Jon pretty much said the same thing three years ago. It's really not very cool to plagiarize his wise sentiments and try to pretend they're your original thoughts on this situation. She watches and listens to every word he says.
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
ET News September 24, 2013
"He lives his own life," she said. " ... I'm my kids' sole supporter, and I'm supporting them and concerned about their safety, and he lives his own life."
I dream every day I can get my job back, or that my UI check will finally come so I can pay my bills. I also dream I have insurance so I can go to dr. lol
Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage.
Dread Monday, its my bday and tropical storm is hitting my area. ugh Opal did same thing a few years back on my bday. Think I will change my bday date to June. lol
Just thinking about Kate still wanting to be a Hollywood star. For ratings on shows that are tanking, she can get guest spots on rag talk shows but then comments about that show start rolling in about Kate and how much she is despised. She is essentially poison to any producer who might be considering her to do a "bossy mom role" in a movie. If it leaks out before the movie is made, the negative comments will begin and the producer will undoubtedly be thinking twice. The problem with Kate's dream of stardom is that people want her to just be a mom to those 8 kids she orchestrated the birth of to get famous in the first place. Yes, Angelina has a lot of kids and is a star but she was one before the kids and she actually has talent so you NEVER hear anyone bitching about her. What has Kate got? Kate, you effed up bad my friend in orchestrating those births for fame and fortune. You are poison out there now. I can guarantee you I will never like you no matter how much you pour on the "I've changed" crap. Here's my advice to you: go on TV and say "yes I was a b**tch, yes I was horrible. I am not going to give half truths any longer. The reason I have a bodyguard is because people hate me and I am afraid for my safety. I caused that to occur, I am so sorry and I want to change it". That is what people want to hear. If you get a second chance after that, fine. If not, own it and stay home and be a good mother to those kids. And get a mediocre job.
I haven't read the article yet but it sounds like she's outright begging for a gig? She admitted she dreams of another chance and this tour is about getting back on TV? I almost feel sorry for her because it ain't working.
Another thing too about all this begging for a gig on TV? This is now how you get gigs on TV. Gigs on TV are usually found and negotiated by your team--your agent, manager and so forth. Behind the scenes. Behind closed doors. You could also pitch a project yourself, but behind closed doors to those in the industry. It is not normal or typical to solicit for TV work on air to the general pubic.
Stay at home moms are watching daytime TV. Hollywood works and doesn't have time. Their job is to get you ON the shows not sit there and listen to your pitch on the show. That's what meetings and phone calls are for.
I think if it's gotten to the point where she has to do TV tours begging for work it must have really dried up with her agent or whoever helps her.
Realitytvkids.com (Administrator) said... 40 Another thing too about all this begging for a gig on TV? This is now how you get gigs on TV. Gigs on TV are usually found and negotiated by your team--your agent, manager and so forth. Behind the scenes. Behind closed doors. You could also pitch a project yourself, but behind closed doors to those in the industry. It is not normal or typical to solicit for TV work on air to the general pubic. _________
Yes but maybe she tried this all ready and failed at it so now she's begging on any media outlet that she can.
That Toronto Star link is interesting. It's amazing that she is still chasing some D list glory like a junkie chases his next fix.. Work on making friends, getting involved in your kids lives and enjoying your good fortune. Soon enough the kids will be gone and you will be alone regretting what could have been, If she wasn't such a bitch I would fee.l sorry for her.
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In seriousness, I really think she could benefit from a very highly skilled therapist who could help her at least move on from this. She needs to move on. She is embarrassing herself and her children. Her TV career is over and the entire industry is laughing at her. Nothing better than what she used to have will likely ever happen again. The won the lottery, now it's over. My fear is that her constant dwelling on trying to get the past back could severely impact her children. Her children have a right to a life that looks forward, not backward. It is their right.
Cry me a river TFW. There are approximately 10 delusional people who love you to death and 10 haters who spend their lives hating you and about 300 million people who have lives to live who don't give a shit about you.
You'd be surprised how little people actually think about you. Get out of that narcissistic bubble and you'll see for yourself.
“There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about."
So much double-speak in one interview. If the only opinions that matter are her children's, then why is she suing their father? How is she explaining that to them?
She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
AuntieAnn said... 39 It's pretty bad when she has to have her creepy bodyguard/handler hovering over her when she's doing a simple interview to promote a book.
That's what kind of a dangerous liar she is. The silver-haired asshole has to guard her comments. ________________________
I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say?
We don't buy brand-name clothing (First I try grifting the good stuff. Then I buy designer stuff for myself and the girls, and crap for the boys. Remember, I said "WE", not "I", don't buy it. If even one of the kids doesn't buy designer clothing, then I'm not really lying).
College, the kids' school, and their house are the priorities. (And the 3 cars, the salt-water pool, the leather couch, my clothes and hair and nails...look, I didn't say the first 3 were the ONLY priorities).
Jon changed overnight. (Jon told me one day that he didn't think it was right to film the kids during the divorce. He didn't say that specific thing the day before. Therefore he changed overnight and everything is his fault).
I put money in college funds for the kids. (Jon did at first, but he wasn't part of K+8, so when I had to put 15% away for the kids, then that was ME putting money away for their college. Therefore, I claim all the credit).
I don't know why people hate me (Okay, I slapped my husband around on TV and I still bash him every chance I get. Oh, and I abused my kids and dogs, and exploited my kids and sold their privacy. It's nobody's business but my own. So no, I don't know why they hate me. Maybe they're jealous)
The money is in college funds for the kids. (At least as far as you know. See these Cruella DeVille nails I'm waving around? They don't come free, ya know. Neither do the inflatable flotation devices attached to my chest or the lumpy fillers where my frown lines used to be. But if I claim I don't have money, then you won't notice those things. Dummy.)
We should write a Kate-speak to human-speak dictionary!
It cracks me up when she says she wants to do voices for animation. She's said that before. Her voiceovers on her show were TERRIBLE. They sounded like a 3rd grader reading out loud.
"While this is to be a lunch interview, Gosselin does not like to eat and talk. So for the next hour, she sustains herself on a few sips of San Pellegrino."
I have no doubt she is anorexic. I had an anorexic dormmate who would gush on and on about food and we would get to the dining hall and she would find an excuse for not eating it and get a dry pita with bean sprouts and pick it apart and eat maybe half.
I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say ======== Maybe the lawyers have now hired him to be her handler to keep her in line in both word and deed. Of course, she's paying for it all in the end. Her legal fees must be huge.
I have nothing against Kate or Steve. Just observing as millions of others do about Steve and why HE doesn't move on.
Steve appears to be a nice guy, but he is ruining what is left of Kate's chances of being a stah once again. He makes her to be a bigger fool than she manages to do on her own skipping questions or hesitating to answer the interviewer during interviews and appearances.
Think'n no one is going to want to deal with him on her behalf anymore. He appears to have no experience to be doing what he is doing for her, cause it ain't working in the long run, and it appears all of his advice to her is perpetually wrong.
Does he call him Howard when no one is around?
Only person in the whole world that she fully trusts seems to take advantage of her and her weaknesses.
Guessing that the kids will end up hating Steve as they become older with resentment and realize he has been more of a leech to their family, than a helper. They will question his motives, and what he got out of them and their Mother, and why he was allowed to bad mouth daddy over and over again on tv and in the media, and to Mommy.
That one episode on JK8 where he called JG a loser and said other bad things about JG really was sad and uncalled for IMO.
Yes, Daisy it was almost as good as the Vanity Fair article. The author cannot believe that TFW can't see that Reality TV ruined her life and that she wants more.
I think she's panicked. I think she thought she could easily get a gig that will make enough money to keep her in her lifestyle and it's not happening.
I hate it when she says "Everything I've been through". Excuse me? You mean being paid big big bucks and not having to worry about money like most people who divorce? What has she been through that a lot of people have not, without the big big bucks? Does she have a seriously ill child? Is she losing her house? Does she have chronic pain? GMAFB
Sleepless... When I said Kate will be bitter if she gets ignored I meant if she continues to get ignored and doesn't get a call from Hollywood..
I don't know if I have ever mention this but when I was young I had a major fall at work. It was pretty serious. They removed bone particles and I have plates and pins in my arms. The doctor informed me I would have chronic arthritis as I got older. He was right to the point that I can't even open a bottle of water now. That's why sometimes I post short comments thinking that everyone gets the the point.
I wonder how HCI and Kim Weiss feel about the headline for the article:
"Kate Gosselin hoping Love is in the Mix cookbook will net another TV deal"
Kate didn't talk about the book at all in the article. It was only mentioned twice by the author of the article.
All the PR that HCI and Kim Weiss arranged for Kate was supposed to be about promoting the book. But Kate's true colors come out and reveal that she was using them in the hope that all her appearances would lead to a TV gig, and the book became an afterthought.
I think she's panicked. I think she thought she could easily get a gig that will make enough money to keep her in her lifestyle and it's not happening. ======== I think she probably has enough money socked away to keep her in the lifestyle she currently has as long as she stays in rural PA. Move to LA or NY and the money I'll run out quickly while she chases her dream. What she really craves is fame. I guess that no one ever told her that without any real talent. Fame is fleeting. Obscurity is forever. Unfortunately TFW is going to spend the rest of her life desperately trying to get back the fame that she once had because to accept the fact that her time in the spotlight is done is to accept the fact that she's just as mediocre as the rest of us and that, to a narcissist, is the kiss of death.
"They hate me so much they spend their whole life sabotaging everything I do". B.S. The people who don't like her are not to blame for all her failures. She is. K+8 did not fail because of "haters". Low rating plus her nasty attitude sank that ship. That's her fault. Same for Twist of Kate. If she couldn't pull in the ratings and was impossible to work with, then it's her fault. The cruise didn't work out because she's not well-liked enough to sell it. Nobody's fault but her own. Her last 2 books didn't sell because most people don't care about her or what she writes. CC fired her because she isn't authentic. No mention of haters. The Stir-she says she finished out her contract. Any haters there to blame? Nope. TFW needs to realize that we don't owe her anything. We don't have to buy her books or watch her shows or go on her cruise. We don't have to spend our money on her products if we don't want to. From the moment the tups were conceived, she has grifted everything she wants from others. She just cannot accept that other peoples' money is not hers for the taking. If we're not giving her money, then we're haters. I'm willing to bet TFW has never bought any of VirginiaPenMom's books. I guess that makes TFW a hater.
**By the way, after the appearances and interviews of the past week and a half, it is clear as day that the cookbook was just another ploy to beg for a new TV show. I now have no doubt that TFW paid to get it published, thinking that if it gets her another show, it was worth it. And if it doesn't work, then she will pay to publish yet another crappy book so she can get another round of talk shows to beg for a show of her own. She will never stop.
This is a tweet from a Canadian book distributor who is probably working with HCI in promoting and distributing the cook book in Canada:
Thomas Allen & Son @ThomasAllenLTD 2h . @Kateplusmy8 tells @torontostarlife that LOVE IS IN THE MIX got 8 thumbs-up at home. http://ow.ly/pv00h cc @HCI_Books
Did whoever tweeted that even read the article? Do they have to resort to lies to promote the book? Guess it's not selling too well in Canada.
I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say?
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Tweetle I think Uncle Steve is more invested in her than we know. I don't know if it's business or romantic or sexual but it's an odd relationship. It's just weird how the two of them have stuck together through the years. She's mentally only 12 years old, so maybe Steve thinks he has to be there to curb her comments because she feckles up so often once her mouth opens when she's on her own. Maybe he's guarding her from revealing some deep dark secrets that involve him?
I don't know but it's a pretty tangled maze in this rabbit hole, that's for sure.
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 13m @MiloandJack @Kateplusmy8 I don't think Bethany is mean but her show won't last if she is all up in everybody's very personal business.
Says the person who sent Kate tweets of advice on how to deal with answering questions in interviews, and also tweeted the following to one of the radio shows:
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 3h @Michelle_Radio Tell @Kateplusmy8 I said to STOP mentioning Jon. They're divorced 4 years & Jon is her past NOT her present or future.
Isn't that making it HER business what Kate does or doesn't do?
She wakes up ".....every day dreaming of that second chance...." she says of her desire to get back on TV. **** Just like a broken clock is right twice a day, a compulsive liar once in awhile speaks the truth. TFW can dream all she wants, but she's had numerous second chances. DWTS is a time proven "second chance" for many faded stars, and those that play it right, can end up with a boost back into the spotlight. For those like TFW, unwilling or unable to put real effort into that golden opportunity, it just provides a one-time big paycheck and back they go to obscurity. The silver lining here is that TFW is not willing or able to put in the hard work necessary for a career in show business.
@Paige_Kate8fan Can't stop crying my dream came true! Kate is the strongest person ever to me, I admire her so much <3 pic.twitter.com/VWpiGWptxF ***** This is so sad. Isn't Paige a college-aged young woman? And for her, the highlight of her life is a meeting with shyster, child abuser, and all around horrible person, Kate Gosselin? What has gone wrong in her upbringing that she supposedly cries all night long over Kate? SMH.
Didn't she do the same thing at CC...they sent her out on these appearances to talk about their website and all she did was beg for another show? HIC must be so thrilled with her. This is turning into the same thing! Doesn't she have any pride left at all. Shes making a total ASS of herself. Its almost like she uses these crappy little opportunities solely to beg for A T.V. show. Do these companys ever learn? Who will be her next victim? This was never about selling a book...she wants face time.
jus4u said "Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage." **** I am so sorry to hear this. I hope that some day shortly in the future, your state will revise it's decision. Obviously, that depends on who is running things at your state legislature. I was able to sign up for affordable healthcare the other day, which will kick in the first of 2014, through California's health insurance exchange. Right now, I have high risk insurance through the feds, at $366/month. (And that's actually a good deal compared to Kaiser coverage at over $600/month for my age!). With this new plan, I get Kaiser coverage for less than $100/month (my out of pocket cost).
I pray your state leaders will allow you to at least have the same choice.
NJGal51 said... 63 I think she probably has enough money socked away to keep her in the lifestyle she currently has as long as she stays in rural PA. Move to LA or NY and the money I'll run out quickly while she chases her dream. What she really craves is fame. ******* I agree with you. I believe Kate ended up with the bulk of the earnings from the show, plus what she made from the first (most successful) book. Not to mention, the income from Kate +8, income from DWTS, and whatever she got paid by CWS. If she planned well, she could live on that income for quite some time, quite comfortably.
She craves the fame and all that comes with it. The spotlight, cameras snapping her picture, talking to the camera, having a bodyguard, going to premieres and wearing designer dresses. All the perks. One problem among many is that she doesn't want to deal with the downsides of fame - the long hard slog of work that is required, the "putting on a good face" to your public. Not to mention, she has absolutely no talent. Can't dance, can't sing, can't focus on an interviewee, can't act, can't carry a show, can't cook, can't treat people decently, can't avoid lying, can't care for or love anyone but herself.
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 13m @MiloandJack @Kateplusmy8 I don't think Bethany is mean but her show won't last if she is all up in everybody's very personal business. ======== Um, Goody, Bethany will last if "she is up in everybody's very personal business" because that's what the general viewing audience wants to see. The more dirt is dished, the more people will watch.
In 63 above it should have been *will* not *I'll*.
I see the Toronto Star article has already captured attention. I almost threw up my breakfast when I read it in my morning paper.
Who else would have their "bodyguard" sitting with them while being interviewed in a trendy restaurant by a reporter from a highly respected newspaper?
That does it for me; they are at the very least a part-time "couple".
It stuck in my brain that when Bethany asked Kate a question and Kate turned to Steve before responding something was different somehow. That was the first interview where it was mentioned about Steve helping her through a question. Then I flashed back on the scene where Kate and Steve are in the limo, Kate is crying, clearly upset because she didn’t want go to DWTS rehearsals. Steve over and over again told Kate that SHE not HE had to make the decision.
What happened between the limo ride (what 2 years ago?) and the Bethany interview. For a while people on this blog (me included) have speculated that Kate might have a mental disorder(s). We won’t know for sure until she is diagnosed and the truth is revealed to the public (if ever). I’m going to skip past the mental disorder theory and think about what else is happening.
Steve NOT Kate made the decision on the Bethany show for Kate to say what she did. Has Kate become so lost that she can’t make a decision. Has all the pressure of the lawsuits and lack of Hollywood job finally gotten to her and she is falling down the hill now. Has the fact that everything she has tried has failed to net her anything of significance playing a part on this. And, she keeps spinning her wheels trying and trying and nothing happens.
She goes through the motions of what worked before; smiling, the kids, bash Jon, look turned out for an interview (hair, makeup, clothes, nails, etc) and yet the media doesn’t care. IMO she’s probably in her bedroom going what have I done that I can’t get a job, what do I need to do to get a job, who can I call (call’s aren’t returned).
She wants to return to her glory days when people and the media didn’t pull back the curtain to see what was really going on. The lawsuits (if they go to court) will further erode Kate’s life. The life she so carefully built and still wants to have. What will happen then?
There is ONE role perfectly suited to TFW on the small screen, no acting ability required: the mother from hell. I hope she doesn't fasten on this after reading here, because it's best for all concerned, especially the children, that she fades into obscurity. Surely they are equally, or more, exhausted by her snivelling, whining, sense of entitlement and general malevolence as are we. And, Milo, get out and up your golf game. TFW is ideally suited to haranguing her critics. Heck..she excels at criticism and always has a remedy. I would be gleeful to never hear her name in the media again...well, I love the negatives which are spot on. Also, Steve...get lost!
Kate just doesn't get it. If she was going to get her own TV gig, it would have happened by now. She is old news, and so polarizing, I cannot imagine any producer giving her the time of day.
ITA, she funded the book to get publicity to grift a TV job. That is what this has been about. Steve sticks around because it's money for him, with side benefits. The guy is way too much into involved, she is totally dependent on him, and I hope it all comes out. When Bethenny asked about her "hanging around her bodyguard", Kate just laughed and said "no, no". No real denial of an affair. I don't think he and Gina are not still together. Who would put up with such a clingy client dressing like a sexpot? Uncle Steve indeed. The kids calling him that says it all.
Jon changed, but not overnight. Remember, Kate was the one who drifted away emotionally first and gave Jon his freedom to do as he pleased as long as they continued filming. When Jon said TLC had private detectives following him at one point, it made sense to me that this was Steve's doing (his company has PI's). Catching Jon in the act was planned, IMO. Getting rid of him, getting the public's sympathy as the cheated on spouse, sounds like something someone would "mastermind", don't you think? She thought she was the star and didn't need him anymore. I truly believe that.
Steve must be TFW's business partner. That's the only reason I can think of as to why he would attend an interview with her. A real bodyguard would not be involved in an interview. He has a vested interest in Kate succeeding as a celebrity. I can see how this would have helped to undermine the marriage. In hindsight, this probably happened before 2009 when Kate and Steve started traveling together. Based on Kate's failure to succeed at reinventing herself and entering back into the celebrity lifestyle, I believe Steve must be a horrible advisor and needs to go back to keeping his mouth shut and just bodyguarding.
Dread Monday, its my bday and tropical storm is hitting my area. ugh Opal did same thing a few years back on my bday. Think I will change my bday date to June. lol
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Hope you still have a good birthday, jus4u. My daughter's birthday is close to yours, and she asked me once if I'd ever noticed the stuff that happens around her birthday? One year we had the sniper. Another a big flood, roads washed out, and no power. We've had hurricanes several years (again, no power), a tropical storm another. And then we had personal things like the passing of her great-grandmother and the loss of her dog one year and guinea pig this year. So she (we) feel your pain on that!
Enjoy it as best you can and maybe celebrate another time when the storm is past!
I think the Bethany interview was a big 'ol slap in the face Wake Up Call, followed by a Bitter Pill to Swallow chaser. There she satacross from a woman who started out just like her (in her mind) and that woman who asked her those "mean, personal questions" has everything that TFW wants. The jealousy and ugliness just OOZED from TFW during this interview. Bethany topped her and she knows it.
I'm thinking Paige is an only child and her parents weren't around much. Thus, the Gosselin kids are her fantasy siblings. I bet ANY mom that had been the mom of the 8 on that show would have been idolized by Paige.
With recipes such as “Family Yuck Pie,” “Cheesy Tuna Pockets” and the ghastly sounding “Old Grandma Veggie Beef Soup,” Love Is In The Mix seems unlikely to end up on the nightstands of Gordon Ramsay or Bobby Flay.
"This is so sad. Isn't Paige a college-aged young woman? And for her, the highlight of her life is a meeting with shyster, child abuser, and all around horrible person, Kate Gosselin?"
On the talk show, Paige seemed pretty normal and well-spoken (much more so than I would have expected given what I gather about her obsession). It's very odd.
Kate is a twit said... 48 “There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about."
So much double-speak in one interview. If the only opinions that matter are her children's, then why is she suing their father? How is she explaining that to them?
She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
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So I wonder, is Kate's excuse for being fired from Coupon Cabin because she was sleep deprived? She was stressed because she has 8 count em, 8 children?
It's not, nor ever was the haters who screwed her, she screwed herself. Even Tony Dolvoni (sp?) had nothing good to say about the woman when he was partnered with her for DWTS.
Kate is her own worst enemy but she'll never admit to that.
Curious. She tweets personal thanks to Today show, Marilyn Denis and radio hosts but only retweets HCL's promotional tweet about Bethenny and nothing to Toronto Star newspaper for their article. Does she only personally tweet thanks to those interviewers who suck up to her or did I miss it?
In the picture of Kate on Bethany's show, is that a picture of Jon & Kate up on display right behind Kate's head? If so, well . . . Ha ha haaaaaa! The poor thing is trying so hard to make it on her own in showbiz, but she will forever be TFMJG. Once you're marketed a certain way, it is next to impossible to re-invent yourself. Former Disney stars go to extremes to accomplish it. Plus they are pretty talented entertainers. TFW doesn't stand a chance.
Interesting comment from the author(Vinay Menon) of the Toronto Star article in reply to a comment from a reader.
MAAB I would like to ask the reporter if it customary for a so-called 'celebrity' to exchange glances with her "bodyguard" before answering questions while both are being entertained at lunch. I always thought a bodyguard's job was to remain discreetly off to the side or in the background remaining alert for any attempted danger to his "client".
Vinay Menon (who is the author of the article) When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB.
For those of you who have access on-line to the Toronto Star article, I would refer you to the comment by MAAB and the response from the reporter of the article, Vinay Menon.
Um Gladys, guess what. We named the one dollar coin here in Canada in Kate's honor, too. *******************************************************************
Grandaughter's taking a nap so I thought I'd jump on the computer quick.
Read the Toronto Star article and she just keeps putting her foot in it.
"I wake up every day dreaming of that second chance." Um, what was Kate+8 and you could have had Twist of Kate. Right there we have your second and third chance. And, really, aren't you a little old to be waking up every day dreaming.
"they edited it a certain way..." Um, sure they did. You always said J&K+8 was the "realist reality show out there" so how was it editted a certain way. She needs to deep six that statement.
"I'm more empathetic..." Um, are you copying Bill O'Reilly and his word of the day. She's really over using that word.
And she'd love to either have another reality show, a cooking show, be an actor or do voice overs as a bossy mom. Kate, Kate, Kate, honey. Come closer and listen up. It.Ain"t.Happening.
I really respect that the Toronto Star reporter didn't bash Jon in his piece when he covered the topic of the marriage imploding. That rarely happens. Also, Kate can't expect to willingly toss out lines like 'I'm the sole provider' and not expect the natural follow up question asking if Jon pays child support. "We're not allowed to speak about it." Riiiiight...you just did by saying you're the sole provider. By the way, who's the "we('re)" in that sentence?
Has this been posted yet? Is this the radio interview that has that Twitter user ranting 'No more talk about Jon?" http://media.fm100memphis.com/a/81673302/kate-gosselin.htm?q=gosselin
"That wasn't part of it" whined Kate when she was asked to pose for pictures (silver dress). Steve told her to get back up on the platform and pose for pictures. If Steve were not there, TFW might walk out on any number of standard/contractual elements of an appearance. She might sleep in late, leave early, refuse to mingle where mingling is standard operating procedure. Steve might be TFW' s "contract honorer".
All the PR that HCI and Kim Weiss arranged for Kate was supposed to be about promoting the book. But Kate's true colors come out and reveal that she was using them in the hope that all her appearances would lead to a TV gig, and the book became an afterthought. ------- And this is why she will never have a career in the media. Waking up every day and fantasizing about her future as a star is delusional.
Wasn't she supposed to give tips on surviving a divorce? If pitying someone, having empathy and feeling sorry for someone is love, then I guess I love TFW.
I thought the Toronto Star article was fair and well-written.
Here's the deal with Kate. After the multiples were born, she put out her wish list and "magically" what she wanted appeared. She thinks the same thing is going to happen if she just puts it out there she wants to be in entertainment. What hasn't occurred to her yet, or maybe never, is that now she is well known. And what people know about her personality and work ethic are not good. Just saying she has changed isn't going to cut it, especially with her suing Jon and not working a regular job. Actions speak louder and we all know she is not forthcoming with the truth. This is why I am puzzled with Steve still hanging in there because it's not like she is talented or is a nice person.
I didn't see it mentioned so I will throw this out there-
At the beginning of Bethanny's show, when TFW first sits down, she looks all coked out as she swivels her bobblehead around looking at the studio, then leans in and says: "I'm so proud of you!!!!" At which point, Bethanny looks at her like, ex-cuuuuuse me? WTF are you talking about? There was a split second of stunned-ness on her face. Which just goes to the point once again, TFW is loathe to compliment anyone (other than herself of course) without inserting herself into said compliment. I'd call her a tool but can't bring myself to insult something handy, helpful AND utilitarian.
I finally had time to go over and read the Star article. There are only a few comments, none favorable to TFMJG, but one of the commenters asked the writer if it is common for the "bodyguard' to exchange looks with the interviewee and to be so "present" during an interview. The writer answered back and said he/she asked at the beginning what Steve did and he said "security", but that over the course of the interview it became obvious that he was "managing" and that he was part of TFMJG's "inner circle". BWAHAHAHAHAHA!! Nailed it in one!
Can't you just see, 20 or so years into the future, TFMJG sitting with her grandchildren, assuming that there are grandchildren and that she has a relationship with said grandchildren. "I was a big TV star. Millions of fans loved me. I was on all the big important shows. Then Jon ruined it for me. It's all Jon's fault that I'm not a star any more".
Question for y'all. Should I keep posting as "Bitchy Pants" or go back to Readerlady? Several of you have commented that you feel it's disrespectful to reply to me using my new screen name. I adopted the Bitchy Pants, because I feel like it's descriptive of TFMJG.
Auntie Ann 74 BWAHAHAHA!! Unfortunately, I'm afraid Milo would take that literally. You'll have to explain to her about loonies.
A response from the Toronto Star reporter to a reader's question about Steve" The question: I would like to ask the reporter if it customary for a so-called 'celebrity' to exchange glances with her "bodyguard" before answering questions while both are being entertained at lunch. I always thought a bodyguard's job was to remain discreetly off to the side or in the background remaining alert for any attempted danger to his "client". The response: Vinay Menon When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB.
Jumping In said... 25 I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it ************* ummmmmmm, any new "chance" she gets will actually be her *FOURTH* one!! 1) J&K + 8 2) K+8 3) Twist of Kate (announced by TLC and squashed by same)
She keeps wanting to grab that brass ring "just one more time" and I keep wondering how she never heard of the saying, "The definition of insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting different results".
Marie: I agree with you. I also think that Kate & Steve are business partners, more than they are lovers. I remember, that back in 2008-2009, Kate set up trust funds, with Steve, for the kids and did she not set up corporations with Steve back then(probably where she stashed money, and for tax shelters.Thus, having as someone here said many times, about why she has 50 chickens, for a property tax exempt). I'm sure Kate also puts in her taxes, every single trip as business expenses, whether they are or not. I would love to see the Gov do a tax audit on her. I wonder how much she lied on her taxes.
Millicent said... 77 jus4u said "Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage." **** I am so sorry to hear this. I hope that some day shortly in the future, your state will revise it's decision. Obviously, that depends on who is running things at your state legislature. I was able to sign up for affordable healthcare the other day, which will kick in the first of 2014, through California's health insurance exchange. Right now, I have high risk insurance through the feds, at $366/month. (And that's actually a good deal compared to Kaiser coverage at over $600/month for my age!). With this new plan, I get Kaiser coverage for less than $100/month (my out of pocket cost).
I pray your state leaders will allow you to at least have the same choice.
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It's not a choice, though. It's a forced decision. I wish my state DIDN'T have it. My husband just called me upstairs to read me the letter from Anthem. Our former coverage = $635/mo. Our new forced coverage = $1,260 per month, an increase of $7,500 per year we do not have, especially with 3 kids in college at the moment (and one more just out.) We have a year to stave off the inevitable. The fine might be cheaper.... Feeling a little ill right now.
Totally agree she and Steve are business partners. He stays around because he is vested in her success. So far, you would think he would count his losses and go home. Perhaps she got him involved to keep him tied to her? He has got to realize that she is unstable, don't you think? Still, what's a guy to do when a woman is totally dependent on you and prances around in skimpy outfits? I would be surprised he has not given in to temptation a few times.
Maybe Steve is still in the picture because now he's got a contract as her "manager/management team" and Julie CM is no longer in the picture. That would explain a lot.
"Steve the Illusionist" Look at what we have seen over the past couple of weeks. At Baltimore, he entertained and amused TFW's fans while she sat apart from them, at times alone. Paige admitted she spent more time with Steve than with TFW and thought he was so sweet and kind. Now he is advising TFW on what to say in an interview. He is there to try and create the impression that TFW cares about her fans and leaves them walking happily away with good memories - the kind that TFW, on her own, cannot possibly conjure up. Smoke and mirrors, everyone.
One more thought about Steve. With him always lurking in the background, how could she ever have her own show? What producer would want to work with that? Steve is like that creepy second talking head that guy had on the Car Fax commercial or whatever it was.
Just how many "second" chances does one no-talent former reality performer get in this lifetime?
And who would have thought Bethanny would be the one finally asking the hard questions. No love for TFW there. And TFW played that one badly.
Toronto Star interview - did not go so well. Sipping on water with the "bodyguard" there for more than moral support. While I do not think they are involved in a physical relationship (KG is all faux smoke and mirrors, plus boys are icky), Skeevio is clearly more of a manager than a 1 man security team. At least own that part.
And next week's calendar is still pretty bare, teen birthday celebration aside.
In the People "piecing and patching" article, it said that Steve was no longer employed by Kate. For someone who's no longer in her employ he sure has been around with her an awful lot.
Could it be the People magazine article was a lie? Oh no-what will the sheeple do now?
I sincerely doubt he is doing all this "guarding" out of the kindness of his heart. Perhaps part of her "book tour" demands was that Steve be part of it and HCI agreed to pay him to keep her in line.
Two things which I don't know if they have been mentioned or not:
1.) I agree with the bloggers above who believe that there are men out there who would not have a problem "banging" Kate. These men would not care about her personality or her "ums" or the fact that she has 8 kids -- no, they would simply be interested in seeing her every other weekend when Jon has custody.
2.) TLC is interested in bringing back Little People Big World and I'm sure that is just bugging Kate because she can't figure out why TLC has not called her to bring her show back too. But here is the deal -- LPBW, McGhees, HBB, and the other shows re multiples -- one if not both of the spouses have REAL JOBS outside of the home where Kate only wants the job of being a reality TV stah where she is filmed being a stay at home mom. Kate does not get it that real people need to have jobs to support their family, that life is not about exploiting their children in order to get a TV show where they get to go on "free" trips to show how one travels with 8 kids. It is just not something that mediocre people can identify with, especially in today's economy.
So since Kate is and always will be clueless --- especially with this failed cookbook where she once again has proven that she does NOT have the gift of gab -- I do not see her getting another show at all. But hey, one has to give her credit for stretching out her 15 minutes ~ and of course there is still the issue of her lawsuit ~ will she withdraw it or go forward just to stay relevant? Only time will tell.
Bitchy Pants: I was kidding when I commented on your new name! It is most appropriate to this blog. But funny how a name changes one's ' image.' To me Readerlady was a refined lady, sitting there with her book and a cup of tea. Bitchy Pants is a great name to describe TFMKG- I vote to keep it. Remember when we all put an avatar of something Kate-related? That was so funny how people thought of her here and the things we remembered.
My name I think summarizes my experience with the show,as so many others have said themselves about their viewing and change of heart toward TFW and what seemed for maybe 2 episodes to be an innocent TV show.
Vinay Menon (who is the author of the article) When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB. 95
I "wrote" a cookbook. My daughter was getting married about 6-years ago and I wanted to give her something special for a shower gift. So, I called all of my sisters, brothers, aunts, cousins, all of the in-laws, friends and neighbors asked them to give me their favorite recipes. I typed up all the recipe's they sent, added pictures and put everything in a beautiful binder for her. It took me about 3 months to get everything together. This was her first cookbook.
The fact that Kate said this 'picture book' was for her kids because they were always asking for her recipe's is a bunch of horse shit. My daughter was 23 when she married and she had never, ever, ever asked me for a recipe in her life. Little children aren't concerned about recipe's.
Anyway, there is a more sincere and honest way for Kate to get her recipe's to her kids. This whole crookbook fiasco just stinks!
OT "It's not a choice, though. It's a forced decision. I wish my state DIDN'T have it. My husband just called me upstairs to read me the letter from Anthem. Our former coverage = $635/mo. Our new forced coverage = $1,260 per month, an increase of $7,500 per year we do not have, especially with 3 kids in college at the moment (and one more just out.) We have a year to stave off the inevitable. The fine might be cheaper.... Feeling a little ill right now." ************ The same thing happened in my house........... until we were able to factor in the net subsidy amount. Btw - the subsidy is something the insurer doesn't have to mention to you and that's why the new quote looks horrendous. I hope with subsidy you will not be any worse off for premium costs as you were before (and I'm relieved to say that with our subsidy amount we will pay slightly less than we did last year).
In answering MAAB's comment on The Toronto Star article, the writer, Vinay Menon, wrote "He(Steve) is part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors."
The writer has obviously done his homework, perhaps he has been reading here.
I think the picture of Jon with Hanna running towards him would be a great gift to him, blown up poster size for him to frame and a nice framed version for Hanna's room. Bet that one would get past the front door as Kate pulls an illegal search of her kids mail.
Kate has only sold 836 books since March. She's into her 8th month. Ree Drummond has sold only 120 LESS than Kate has sold in September in 4 days into October. Guess what's she's making on her show tomorrow - pizza sauce and pizza! I don't think there will be any chicken added to hers. Ree say's she's now working w/ Jillian Michaels to get rid of the "jiggle" her words. I think she looks great - don't care what she looks like, the love in her husband's eyea for her and his family are enough, and he's not too shabby either - great eyes.
I remember, that back in 2008-2009, Kate set up trust funds, with Steve, for the kids and did she not set up corporations with Steve back then(probably where she stashed money,
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Wasn't the K8, Inc, corporation (Foreign Business Corporation) set up in the fall of 2009?
Robert's first book revealed there is a company called SK Inc (or something very similar to that.) SteveKate Inc.? If so, it could be a joint enterprise for Kate's "projects" - career moves, books, tours, interviews, gigs, management, etc. Just a thought.
Formerly -- LOL. You have the book and the cup of tea (or sometimes hot chocolate) right. Just add a cat to that picture. "Refined Lady"? I'm not so sure. Sometimes I think my Mother is spinning in her grave, and I KNOW my Grandmother is! LOL. I remember the TFMJG avatars. I think mine was a Keurig.
I notice TFMJG said she has 8 thumbs up. Last I looked, humans have 2 thumbs each. Wonder where those other 8 thumbs are pointed ? Does anyone else resent that she sullied the memory of the great Roger Ebert with that statement? I also note that she used a sports metaphor. Will wonders never cease? Wonder if she actually knows what it means.
Formerly Duped said... Does TFW get paid for the print interviews ?
Pretty unheard of for newspaper interviews and very unlikely in other print mediums unless it's a tabloid. People pays for use of photos which is how they get around saying they don't pay for interviews.
On the talk show, Paige seemed pretty normal and well-spoken (much more so than I would have expected given what I gather about her obsession). It's very odd.
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I think she was in shock. When you see someone you idolize in person, it does that to you. You have waited for it for so long, imagined what it was going to be like, and then it hits you. Is this real...and you just don't know what to say. All that "I'm going to yell when Kate walks in" was all talk.
Kate is a twit said... She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
Unbelievably, that's the excuse the sheeple give for her short temper and harsh punishments. They think her behavior was perfectly justified because she was a mom of 8, you know.
I'm thinking Paige is an only child and her parents weren't around much. Thus, the Gosselin kids are her fantasy siblings. I bet ANY mom that had been the mom of the 8 on that show would have been idolized by Paige.
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She has a brother. I remember Paige tweeting that he thinks she's nuts because she has a picture of Kate in her wallet.
In addition to being her business partner and having a financial interest in her appearances, Steve's been her 'handler' for a very long time. I picture them in the back of a limo going to an interview revising TFW's answers to questions, strategizing how she needs to try to appear, how she's going to try to sell her newest PR image.
Sunset Blvd #119... said it best: He is there to try and create the impression that TFW cares about her fans and leaves them walking happily away with good memories - the kind that TFW, on her own, cannot possibly conjure up. Smoke and mirrors, everyone.
Robert's first book revealed there is a company called SK Inc (or something very similar to that.) SteveKate Inc.? If so, it could be a joint enterprise for Kate's "projects" - career moves, books, tours, interviews, gigs, management, etc. Just a thought.
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There's also a K8, Inc., with a Sinking Spring address that lists Katie Gosselin as CEO, and if I recall it was listed as a Foreign Business Corp.
This is Milo's reason why she obeys LOM when he tells her it's time to go to bed:
Fired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack 27m @JustJay757 @Kateplusmy8 No, not King..but head of his wife& that headship should be exercised in love as Christ was head of cong. 1Cor.11:3
========= Fired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack 22m @Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 Its tough I'm sure...Kate is so likable...easy 2get attached 2 for her fun personality.
...and how does Milo know this if she's never me her? I wonder if it's gotten to the point where she actually does believe that she knows Kate, up close and personal? I'd love to hear what a mental health professional would say about this.
Kara_lovesKateX8 @CrazyforKate 1h @Kateplusmy8 You are my life and my everything! I love you so much! 💖😍 thank you so much for coming to Toronto! :)
Oh my word.This is the one who some said was set up by the fans so that the sheeple could run to BV and report the non-fans for harassing a child. However, she met Kate at the signing, so I think that this adulation is the real thing. Truly sad. Milo thinks the fan is a mini-Paige. How adorable is that?
Steve's been her 'handler' for a very long time. I picture them in the back of a limo going to an interview revising TFW's answers to questions, strategizing how she needs to try to appear, how she's going to try to sell her newest PR image.
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Then there are those who picture them in the back of a limo with Steve handling her. ;-)
Wow, you can see her chest & neck getting really red & blotchy right after Bethenny asked the audience. It kept getting more red & blotchy. I think Bethenny was the first person who asked her pointy and face to face about the money.
Also I don't think this was never a true book tour. It was all about Jon, the lawsuit, the divorce & how she was living after K+8, she doesn't mention the book. If it was me, I would have told the interviewer that I am here to promote my book & discuss the recipes, whatever if the line of questioning was turning to my personal life. Yes? So what was the whole media was really about?
Lalalala . . . TFW is definitely pissed in that link. You can see where she takes a deep breath to compose herself. LOL. What a pistol that little Bethanney is.
Suzy said... 148 ''Wow, you can see her chest & neck getting really red & blotchy right after Bethenny asked the audience. It kept getting more red & blotchy.'' ~~~~~~~~ You're not kidding that you can see the red/blotchy as it happens. I swear there was a point that it seemed that the blotches were actually pulsating! She did a pretty good job at controlling her breathing, and even almost got her expression under control, but those red blotches had a life of their own! lol
To watch Master Chef Junior is to feel like an underachiever. They are young people with talent and the "it" factor! They have to have some very proud parents sitting on the sidelines.
Any one of those kids on Master Chef Junior can out cook TFW any day of the week. They also think on their feet and have to decide what to cook u der pressure when the mystery box ingredients are revealed. How many here think that TFW could do the same? No one? That's what I thought.
See, this is why kids shouldn't be on reality shows. No one should be enchanted with someone else's kids unless they're related. Kind of like the fans of Kate. They just LOVE them some Gosselin kids. It's wrong, IMO, and sending a message that it's ok to want to see the kids.
I hope that when the lawsuit is over the judge makes her pay with the money from her books and not the show.
I myself would love to see her get a job as animated voice of a bossy mom. I think then the public would see that one and the other are the same. Nothing would change from her show and tv gigs. You can't fake true ugly.
I think she is hitting Canada hard for a show because in her small mind she thinks the media company's aren't on to her wicked ways. Or at least she can now fool them with this "ok I was bad but I've changed" gig. I don't remember her begging for a show here in the states this time around. She hardly mentions her book in Canada. My opinion is her dreaming is really her scheming. That's why she feels like she is working. What, 23 weeks in bed in the hospital to scheme and call around for freebies. To work her master plan. See, "work".
She never planed to fail in the states so now she needs to move on. Next, England. Ya better watch out. I mean look at the fans she is starting to get out of the states. New fish. Her show hasn't been there long and the ugliness of the divorce and seeing them in every rag mag is pretty much nil. Of course it will never happen. It's time to reap what she has sown. Poor kids. Hopefully Jon's love will cover a multitude of sins and more will come out of this not too damaged.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 364 of 364 Newer› Newest»You can really see TFW's receding hairline on Bethenny. She really should avoid combing her hair back like that because it makes her forehead look too high with the hairline too far back. Hair falling out like that must be stress and poor eating, I'd think.
MamaK--pretty neat find about Kate's dress!
Kate,
If you read here, please consider that no matter what you do/say/fabricate about Jon, your children know the truth about what kind of Dad he really is. Ultimately, they may not be able to forgive you for how you have tried to remove him from their lives by painting him as something he is not.
I noticed on Bethenny that Kate seldom smiled and her upper lip did not move when she spoke. She has this cold stare and I cannot imagine her as a TV host. And again, the hand flapping. This has got to be an indication of lying.
For sure she has had a nose job. It is thinner and that is not the result of weight loss.
After all of the press she's been doing these numbers should be way up. Do the sales include the books she's given away on various talk shows?
If you got the sales figures from Novelrank, they only show sales from Amazon.
An interview with TFW in the Toronto Star today.
Some interesting tidbits...it was supposed to be a lunch interview but Kate just sipped on water. She wakes up ".....every day dreaming of that second chance...." she says of her desire to get back on TV.
"The person you read about does not exist". (Really?)
Oh yes, and TV made her "more empathetic". (How about "pathetic"? Empathetic must be her new buzzword)
http://www.thestar.com/life/parent/2013/10/04/kate_gosselin_hoping_love_is_in_the_mix_cookbook_will_net_another_tv_deal.html
So more reality tv "stars" talk about how fake it is.
http://radaronline.com/exclusives/2013/10/duck-dynasty-fake-phil-robertson-reality-tv/
Thanks AnnieD for the link to TFW's interview in the Toronto Star. Very good article!
What a delusional person she is. She has NO idea who she is or what it takes to be successful (in just about anything).
Talking about her book she says:
"But if it resonates with busy parents, Gosselin’s target demo, she hopes it will lead to another reality show, cooking program, daytime gabfest or even work as an actor. She would love to voice an animated character, preferably in the role of bossy mom."
She is freakin' nutz!!
I believe that both Jon and Kate have put money aside in trust for their kids. I also believe (as a child of a spiteful divorce) that they put it into two different trusts because they can not work together for anything.
The difference is that Jon did it (I think) during the divorce because he wanted the kids to have their money because it was the right thing to do. TFW only did it after the law was passed and she HAD to. Not because she had her children's best interests at heart.
This is why, imo, their motivations for sharing this private-none-of-our-business-business are so different. Jon shares this information to defend himself because he is being slammed as a deadbeat dad when he is not. If the media left him alone, (if his exwife would leave him alone!) he would not have just come out and talked about this.
Whereas TFW, when she feels like she needs to do a "kinder, gentler Kate" tour, is sure to mention how awesome she is in caring for her children financially. And all by herself! (after the law made her do it, but we won't mention that!)
The question viewers need to ask themselves is who is trying to manipulate you and why?
Oh, and I totally think that her choice of dress was a purposeful choice also to manipulate and that the "bodyguard" one of the people holding the strings in this puppet show.
The person you read about does not exist
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How about the person in Hoffaman's book? You know? That pesky little thing that won't go away?
She keeps saying "college funds" a little too often, another one of her "catch phrases".
Those kids EARNED their own MONEY. It should have been put into a fund for them to have with NO STRINGS ATTACHED. It's THEIRS. It's not an inheritance or a windfall, they WORKED for it and will be paying for it for the rest of their lives.
Has she somehow ensured that if college doesn't happen, they won't get the money? Wouldn't put it past her.
Empathy-what NO narcissist is capable of.
Just read the Toronto Star article. This is the interview that Kim Weiss had said "Catherine will be there". I guess Catherine is the publicist.
http://www.thestar.com/life/parent/2013/10/04/kate_gosselin_hoping_love_is_in_the_mix_cookbook_will_net_another_tv_deal.html
When the interviewer asked if Jon paid child support, all of a sudden she's now saying she can't talk about it. WTF? Does that mean she'll stop using the line about being the "sole supporter" of the children?
From the article:
“Does Jon not pay any child support?” I ask.
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
Then there's this quote about why she is such a polarizing figure:
"“For whatever reason, people love me to death and find inspiration in what they see. Or they hate me so much that they are willing to spend all of their life sabotaging everything I do.”
About the lawsuit:
"“It’s not a situation I can talk about because it’s in open litigation still,” says Gosselin, who sued her ex in federal court. “I mean, it will all come out in court. But it’s just sad. That’s the bottom line.”
Yep, Kate--it will ALL come out in court. I hope you realize that.
So it seems like her lawyers are trying to do some damage control-considering the change in her answers since her Today show interview. For a refresher, here's what she said on the Today show:
http://www.today.com/entertainment/kate-gosselin-suing-jon-it-has-be-done-safety-future-4B11242627
capecodmama said... 200
Good point! You are absolutely correct. That is why this woman makes me sick. That way she emphasized "I" was so obvious. Another juicy dig at Jon on national TV. Where is Robert's book??????
Laugh for the day... this tweet is from one of Jon's most ardent haters, the 'good' Catholic who wished he would die in a car crash...
xxxxxxx tweeted:
@FM100Memphis Tell @Kateplusmy8 I said to STOP mentioning Jon. They're divorced 4 years & Jon is her past NOT her present or future.
I think now that the Grand Book Tour 2013 is over, her next course of action is the twins 13th birthday. We are going to hear all about how exhausted she is planning a party at the last minute. She is way behind on grifting. If memory serves me right, she started months earlier last year. I'm absolutely stumped on what her next move might be to reinvent herself.
@Paige_Kate8fan
Can't stop crying my dream came true! Kate is the strongest person ever to me, I admire her so much <3 pic.twitter.com/VWpiGWptxF
She also said she thought Bethany was a 'B' to TFW for asking such tough questions. lol
That Toronto Star link is interesting. It's amazing that she is still chasing some D list glory like a junkie chases his next fix.. Work on making friends, getting involved in your kids lives and enjoying your good fortune. Soon enough the kids will be gone and you will be alone regretting what could have been, If she wasn't such a bitch I would fee.l sorry for her.
'the person you read about does not exist'
What about the person I saw and continue to see with my own eyes....
That one filmed and interviewed to this day...who said this is the realest reality show ever....the one who said this is our life, it just happens to be filmed? The one who can't stop very publicly bashing their dad?
What about that ugly person? That really bad wife? And even worse mom?
I think The Toronto Star journalist had Kate's number. The sipping on bottled water, no food,the flaxen locks, changed appearance and attitude, the hesitation over Jon questions, including the 'love me to death... or hate me" Just reading between the lines, but I didn't get the feeling he loved her to death!
Gosselin’s target demo, she hopes it will lead to another reality show, cooking program, daytime gabfest or even work as an actor. She would love to voice an animated character, preferably in the role of bossy mom.
She just won't give up. She just won't. As I hang my head low in disbelief.
swimgirl said... 13
Laugh for the day... this tweet is from one of Jon's most ardent haters, the 'good' Catholic who wished he would die in a car crash...
xxxxxxx tweeted:
@FM100Memphis Tell @Kateplusmy8 I said to STOP mentioning Jon. They're divorced 4 years & Jon is her past NOT her present or future
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She is PIZZED that TFW said she has feelings for Jon. She is sending her a DM through Milo..check out her tweet. She is on a rant.
She's tweeting radio stations telling them to tell TFW not to talk about Jon. She told TWF she is perplexed by her statements. I don't have time to copy and paste them right now but OMG
14hFired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack
@Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 A good interviewer needs 2learn 2listen as well as2ask appropriate ??s. Some ??s were rude in the manner asked.
Details23 : 23
14hFired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack
@Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 LOL Paige...her manner was 2forthright. She fired ??s at Kate & never shut up long enuf 4Kate 2answer!
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Gotta love that Milo. Bad Bethany for trying to ask real questions!
Gotta love that Milo. Bad Bethany for trying to ask real questions!
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You mean Betheny was asking journalist-ish questions? Not coddling? How dare she.
Cape cod mama, I have no doubt that the darling grandbaby poop will be vastly more interesting that the attempts of TFMJG to repackage same old boring poop she produced.
The interview answer left out a huge part of the population. TFMJG should include the vast majority who just don't care one way or the other about her. TFMJG is boring to even most reality TV viewers who have moved on to the newer brighter shinier more interesting reality personalities.
Just some fun facts about Bethenny talk show: production company is A Very Good Production that is owned by Ellen DeGeneres. Executive producers are Terence Noonan who did same job for Anderson Live, admin boyfriends show. Another exec producer is Meghan Schaefer Spielberg, who was in charge of Msnbc daytime programming before. And isn't Andy Cohen in charge of all those Real Housewives shows? Let's see, what do we think that Andy Cohen, Anderson Cooper, and Ellen all think of TFMJG? They have had to deal with her on previous woe is me tours. Just interesting observations and connections.
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An obit for WW in his local newspaper:
http://www.tmz.com/2013/10/04/breaking-bad-walter-white-obituary-albuquerque-newspaper/
I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it.
Jumping In said... 25
I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it.
http://narcabuse.blogspot.ca/2012/09/live-in-their-own-fantasy-world.html
Quote attributed to Walter Winchell, legendary newspaper gossip columnist and radio commentator - google him for an interesting story.
” Be nice to those you meet on the way up. They're the same folks you'll meet on the way down.”
Good advice for anyone in any line of work.
capecodmama said... 200
KK has said many times that the kids have money for college then she has said many time that they don't have enough money for college.
“I wake up every day dreaming of that second chance,” the 38-year-old says, of her desire to get back on TV. “
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UMMM you had that chance with K+8 and you blew it.
It's kind of sad that her dreams are to be back on TV her dreams should be on her children and how to be a good mom to them.
But we see where her dreams and prioritizes lie and it's sad.
Sounds like Kim's had just about enough of TFW:
Kim Weiss @kimmerieweiss 1h
Kate G and her cookbook get a really thorough news piece in today's TORONTO STAR (Canada's premier daily paper);... http://fb.me/2H1ToFdOJ
“There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about. And according to them, most of the time, I’m doing pretty good. I’m getting eight thumbs up.”
Of course they give her a thumbs up. They know they have to feed the beast her narcissistic supply,
They know what happens if they don't.
Kate G., that was your BIG interview to get back on tv on the Bethany show. Did you not understand or get that? That was your big chance to get back on TV.
All of the producers were watching you, and some wee prob pulling for you to pull through. You have the look.
Also watching def Ellen and prob Oprah.
Not a bash, but watching your face as it was so mean looking the entire time she was interviewing you. The only time you ever really smile is when your pic is being taken, not on rolling cameras, but pic cameras. Why don't you look into some type of advertisement in face print ads, which is what you are actually good at and you don't have to talk, pretend, lie, or act?
Why did you not talk about your book on the show?
jus4u
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
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Now they're not allowed to? HUH? She had no trouble in the past releasing all kinds of statements about how he doesn't pay a cotton picking cent (always conveniently leaving out the change in custodial arrangements that immediately preceded the corresponding mandated by law change in child support.)
And why was she looking to STEVE for this? Jon's child support and what Kate says or doesn't say about it is none of his damn business.
This article really was making fun of her, sort of baffled WHY she is trying SO hard to get back in the public eye--while at the same time trying to be fair. Thanks Kate for admitting that was really her on TV and she did all those things and editing really can't be blamed too much (even though in the past she blamed it on editing too), I only disagree with one thing about how her haters sabotage her. Most of her major failings cannot in any rational manner be related directly back to anyone but herself. Moreover, many celebs are polarizing and still get plenty of work.
Waking up every morning dreaming for a chance on TV is the dream of a 14 year old girl, not a grown woman with teens and preteens to raise. Grow up.
e opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about. And according to them, most of the time, I’m doing pretty good. I’m getting eight thumbs up.”
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Jon pretty much said the same thing three years ago. It's really not very cool to plagiarize his wise sentiments and try to pretend they're your original thoughts on this situation. She watches and listens to every word he says.
“Does Jon not pay any child support?” I ask.
Gosselin and her bodyguard Steve, a silver-haired fellow with an Australian accent, exchange glances. Then she says: “Let me just answer that in the most correct way. And that is, he may speak about that, but we’re not allowed to.”
ET News
September 24, 2013
"He lives his own life," she said. " ... I'm my kids' sole supporter, and I'm supporting them and concerned about their safety, and he lives his own life."
I dream every day I can get my job back, or that my UI check will finally come so I can pay my bills. I also dream I have insurance so I can go to dr. lol
Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage.
Dread Monday, its my bday and tropical storm is hitting my area. ugh
Opal did same thing a few years back on my bday. Think I will change my bday date to June. lol
jus4u
Just thinking about Kate still wanting to be a Hollywood star. For ratings on shows that are tanking, she can get guest spots on rag talk shows but then comments about that show start rolling in about Kate and how much she is despised. She is essentially poison to any producer who might be considering her to do a "bossy mom role" in a movie. If it leaks out before the movie is made, the negative comments will begin and the producer will undoubtedly be thinking twice.
The problem with Kate's dream of stardom is that people want her to just be a mom to those 8 kids she orchestrated the birth of to get famous in the first place. Yes, Angelina has a lot of kids and is a star but she was one before the kids and she actually has talent so you NEVER hear anyone bitching about her. What has Kate got?
Kate, you effed up bad my friend in orchestrating those births for fame and fortune. You are poison out there now. I can guarantee you I will never like you no matter how much you pour on the "I've changed" crap. Here's my advice to you: go on TV and say "yes I was a b**tch, yes I was horrible. I am not going to give half truths any longer. The reason I have a bodyguard is because people hate me and I am afraid for my safety. I caused that to occur, I am so sorry and I want to change it". That is what people want to hear. If you get a second chance after that, fine. If not, own it and stay home and be a good mother to those kids. And get a mediocre job.
Her motivation is not ego or narcissism, two words her detractors frequently invoke.
-(Yes this describes KG to a T just look at her actions)
Instead, she says, it’s to give her brood of eight everything they might need, especially
-(They need their mother whose their for them)-
The kids have money and a home and family. How much more money and thing do they need?)
Now that she’s the sole provider-(No she's not)
It's pretty bad when she has to have her creepy bodyguard/handler hovering over her when she's doing a simple interview to promote a book.
That's what kind of a dangerous liar she is. The silver-haired asshole has to guard her comments.
I haven't read the article yet but it sounds like she's outright begging for a gig? She admitted she dreams of another chance and this tour is about getting back on TV? I almost feel sorry for her because it ain't working.
Another thing too about all this begging for a gig on TV? This is now how you get gigs on TV. Gigs on TV are usually found and negotiated by your team--your agent, manager and so forth. Behind the scenes. Behind closed doors. You could also pitch a project yourself, but behind closed doors to those in the industry. It is not normal or typical to solicit for TV work on air to the general pubic.
Stay at home moms are watching daytime TV. Hollywood works and doesn't have time. Their job is to get you ON the shows not sit there and listen to your pitch on the show. That's what meetings and phone calls are for.
I think if it's gotten to the point where she has to do TV tours begging for work it must have really dried up with her agent or whoever helps her.
Realitytvkids.com (Administrator) said... 40
Another thing too about all this begging for a gig on TV? This is now how you get gigs on TV. Gigs on TV are usually found and negotiated by your team--your agent, manager and so forth. Behind the scenes. Behind closed doors. You could also pitch a project yourself, but behind closed doors to those in the industry. It is not normal or typical to solicit for TV work on air to the general pubic.
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Yes but maybe she tried this all ready and failed at it so now she's begging on any media outlet that she can.
That Toronto Star article did TFW no favours - as I'm sure the interviewer intended. The Coupon Cabin link goes to Scott's termination letter.
That Toronto Star link is interesting. It's amazing that she is still chasing some D list glory like a junkie chases his next fix.. Work on making friends, getting involved in your kids lives and enjoying your good fortune. Soon enough the kids will be gone and you will be alone regretting what could have been, If she wasn't such a bitch I would fee.l sorry for her.
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In seriousness, I really think she could benefit from a very highly skilled therapist who could help her at least move on from this. She needs to move on. She is embarrassing herself and her children. Her TV career is over and the entire industry is laughing at her. Nothing better than what she used to have will likely ever happen again. The won the lottery, now it's over. My fear is that her constant dwelling on trying to get the past back could severely impact her children. Her children have a right to a life that looks forward, not backward. It is their right.
Cry me a river TFW. There are approximately 10 delusional people who love you to death and 10 haters who spend their lives hating you and about 300 million people who have lives to live who don't give a shit about you.
You'd be surprised how little people actually think about you. Get out of that narcissistic bubble and you'll see for yourself.
Scott's letter, yes the one that makes it CRYSTAL CLEAR, Kate, that not one single "hater" had a single thing to do with "sabotaging" you.
But it’s just sad. That’s the bottom line.”
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Um, this lawsuit is incredibly sad. Tragic really. So why did YOU file it??? You do remember YOU filed it .... right?
“There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about."
So much double-speak in one interview. If the only opinions that matter are her children's, then why is she suing their father? How is she explaining that to them?
She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
Jane said... 24
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LOL! Thanks Jane.
AuntieAnn said... 39
It's pretty bad when she has to have her creepy bodyguard/handler hovering over her when she's doing a simple interview to promote a book.
That's what kind of a dangerous liar she is. The silver-haired asshole has to guard her comments.
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I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say?
Kate-Speak, translated:
I use coupons (when I can't grift stuff for free)
We don't buy brand-name clothing (First I try grifting the good stuff. Then I buy designer stuff for myself and the girls, and crap for the boys. Remember, I said "WE", not "I", don't buy it. If even one of the kids doesn't buy designer clothing, then I'm not really lying).
College, the kids' school, and their house are the priorities. (And the 3 cars, the salt-water pool, the leather couch, my clothes and hair and nails...look, I didn't say the first 3 were the ONLY priorities).
Jon changed overnight. (Jon told me one day that he didn't think it was right to film the kids during the divorce. He didn't say that specific thing the day before. Therefore he changed overnight and everything is his fault).
I put money in college funds for the kids. (Jon did at first, but he wasn't part of K+8, so when I had to put 15% away for the kids, then that was ME putting money away for their college. Therefore, I claim all the credit).
I don't know why people hate me (Okay, I slapped my husband around on TV and I still bash him every chance I get. Oh, and I abused my kids and dogs, and exploited my kids and sold their privacy. It's nobody's business but my own. So no, I don't know why they hate me. Maybe they're jealous)
The money is in college funds for the kids. (At least as far as you know. See these Cruella DeVille nails I'm waving around? They don't come free, ya know. Neither do the inflatable flotation devices attached to my chest or the lumpy fillers where my frown lines used to be. But if I claim I don't have money, then you won't notice those things. Dummy.)
We should write a Kate-speak to human-speak dictionary!
It cracks me up when she says she wants to do voices for animation. She's said that before. Her voiceovers on her show were TERRIBLE. They sounded like a 3rd grader reading out loud.
"While this is to be a lunch interview, Gosselin does not like to eat and talk. So for the next hour, she sustains herself on a few sips of San Pellegrino."
I have no doubt she is anorexic. I had an anorexic dormmate who would gush on and on about food and we would get to the dining hall and she would find an excuse for not eating it and get a dry pita with bean sprouts and pick it apart and eat maybe half.
From the Toronto Star article --
"If the show still existed, there’d probably be a crusade by now to prove Gosselin was baking scones on the grassy knoll when JFK was assassinated."
That writer has a finely tuned sense of sarcasm/irony/snark.
I thought the article was one of the best I have read re TFW.
I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say
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Maybe the lawyers have now hired him to be her handler to keep her in line in both word and deed. Of course, she's paying for it all in the end. Her legal fees must be huge.
I have nothing against Kate or Steve. Just observing as millions of others do about Steve and why HE doesn't move on.
Steve appears to be a nice guy, but he is ruining what is left of Kate's chances of being a stah once again. He makes her to be a bigger fool than she manages to do on her own skipping questions or hesitating to answer the interviewer during interviews and appearances.
Think'n no one is going to want to deal with him on her behalf anymore. He appears to have no experience to be doing what he is doing for her, cause it ain't working in the long run, and it appears all of his advice to her is perpetually wrong.
Does he call him Howard when no one is around?
Only person in the whole world that she fully trusts seems to take advantage of her and her weaknesses.
Guessing that the kids will end up hating Steve as they become older with resentment and realize he has been more of a leech to their family, than a helper. They will question his motives, and what he got out of them and their Mother, and why he was allowed to bad mouth daddy over and over again on tv and in the media, and to Mommy.
That one episode on JK8 where he called JG a loser and said other bad things about JG really was sad and uncalled for IMO.
Yes, Daisy it was almost as good as the Vanity Fair article. The author cannot believe that TFW can't see that Reality TV ruined her life and that she wants more.
I think she's panicked. I think she thought she could easily get a gig that will make enough money to keep her in her lifestyle and it's not happening.
I hate it when she says "Everything I've been through". Excuse me? You mean being paid big big bucks and not having to worry about money like most people who divorce? What has she been through that a lot of people have not, without the big big bucks? Does she have a seriously ill child? Is she losing her house? Does she have chronic pain? GMAFB
57...I meant Dmasy
Sleepless... When I said Kate will be bitter if she gets ignored I meant if she continues to get ignored and doesn't get a call from Hollywood..
I don't know if I have ever mention this but when I was young I had a major fall at work. It was pretty serious. They removed bone particles and I have plates and pins in my arms. The doctor informed me I would have chronic arthritis as I got older. He was right to the point that I can't even open a bottle of water now. That's why sometimes I post short comments thinking that everyone gets the the point.
Have a nice weekend everyone!
I wonder how HCI and Kim Weiss feel about the headline for the article:
"Kate Gosselin hoping Love is in the Mix cookbook will net another TV deal"
Kate didn't talk about the book at all in the article. It was only mentioned twice by the author of the article.
All the PR that HCI and Kim Weiss arranged for Kate was supposed to be about promoting the book. But Kate's true colors come out and reveal that she was using them in the hope that all her appearances would lead to a TV gig, and the book became an afterthought.
Kate will continue to be her own worst enemy.
Does TFW get paid for the print interviews ?
I think she's panicked. I think she thought she could easily get a gig that will make enough money to keep her in her lifestyle and it's not happening.
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I think she probably has enough money socked away to keep her in the lifestyle she currently has as long as she stays in rural PA. Move to LA or NY and the money I'll run out quickly while she chases her dream. What she really craves is fame. I guess that no one ever told her that without any real talent. Fame is fleeting. Obscurity is forever. Unfortunately TFW is going to spend the rest of her life desperately trying to get back the fame that she once had because to accept the fact that her time in the spotlight is done is to accept the fact that she's just as mediocre as the rest of us and that, to a narcissist, is the kiss of death.
"They hate me so much they spend their whole life sabotaging everything I do".
B.S. The people who don't like her are not to blame for all her failures. She is. K+8 did not fail because of "haters". Low rating plus her nasty attitude sank that ship. That's her fault. Same for Twist of Kate. If she couldn't pull in the ratings and was impossible to work with, then it's her fault.
The cruise didn't work out because she's not well-liked enough to sell it. Nobody's fault but her own.
Her last 2 books didn't sell because most people don't care about her or what she writes.
CC fired her because she isn't authentic. No mention of haters.
The Stir-she says she finished out her contract.
Any haters there to blame? Nope. TFW needs to realize that we don't owe her anything. We don't have to buy her books or watch her shows or go on her cruise. We don't have to spend our money on her products if we don't want to. From the moment the tups were conceived, she has grifted everything she wants from others. She just cannot accept that other peoples' money is not hers for the taking. If we're not giving her money, then we're haters.
I'm willing to bet TFW has never bought any of VirginiaPenMom's books. I guess that makes TFW a hater.
**By the way, after the appearances and interviews of the past week and a half, it is clear as day that the cookbook was just another ploy to beg for a new TV show. I now have no doubt that TFW paid to get it published, thinking that if it gets her another show, it was worth it. And if it doesn't work, then she will pay to publish yet another crappy book so she can get another round of talk shows to beg for a show of her own. She will never stop.
Um, this lawsuit is incredibly sad. Tragic really. So why did YOU file it??? You do remember YOU filed it .... right?
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She's enough of parental alienator to WANT to sue her children's father but I think certain people were cheering her on so she went ahead with it.
Odd how she hasn't mentioned the word 'bully' on this tour.
This is a tweet from a Canadian book distributor who is probably working with HCI in promoting and distributing the cook book in Canada:
Thomas Allen & Son @ThomasAllenLTD 2h
. @Kateplusmy8 tells @torontostarlife that LOVE IS IN THE MIX got 8 thumbs-up at home. http://ow.ly/pv00h cc @HCI_Books
Did whoever tweeted that even read the article? Do they have to resort to lies to promote the book? Guess it's not selling too well in Canada.
I agree but why in the heck does he care what she says? What is he getting out of this whole thing that he tells he what and what not to say?
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Tweetle I think Uncle Steve is more invested in her than we know. I don't know if it's business or romantic or sexual but it's an odd relationship. It's just weird how the two of them have stuck together through the years. She's mentally only 12 years old, so maybe Steve thinks he has to be there to curb her comments because she feckles up so often once her mouth opens when she's on her own. Maybe he's guarding her from revealing some deep dark secrets that involve him?
I don't know but it's a pretty tangled maze in this rabbit hole, that's for sure.
localyocul said... 58
Well, she tweeted she has an 'ouch foot..."lol
Milo and Goody are back to trashing Bethenny.
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 13m
@MiloandJack @Kateplusmy8 I don't think Bethany is mean but her show won't last if she is all up in everybody's very personal business.
Says the person who sent Kate tweets of advice on how to deal with answering questions in interviews, and also tweeted the following to one of the radio shows:
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 3h
@Michelle_Radio Tell @Kateplusmy8 I said to STOP mentioning Jon. They're divorced 4 years & Jon is her past NOT her present or future.
Isn't that making it HER business what Kate does or doesn't do?
Formerly Duped said... 68
localyocul said... 58
Well, she tweeted she has an 'ouch foot..."lol
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Oh how tragic! #snark
Milo tweeted the article gushing about how wonderful it is and what a great picture of Kate it had. WHUT
She wakes up ".....every day dreaming of that second chance...." she says of her desire to get back on TV.
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Just like a broken clock is right twice a day, a compulsive liar once in awhile speaks the truth. TFW can dream all she wants, but she's had numerous second chances. DWTS is a time proven "second chance" for many faded stars, and those that play it right, can end up with a boost back into the spotlight. For those like TFW, unwilling or unable to put real effort into that golden opportunity, it just provides a one-time big paycheck and back they go to obscurity. The silver lining here is that TFW is not willing or able to put in the hard work necessary for a career in show business.
If WOS were to get a talk show, would Steve have to be there to sit next to her? I have visions of Chuy on Chelsea Handler :-)
@Paige_Kate8fan
Can't stop crying my dream came true! Kate is the strongest person ever to me, I admire her so much <3 pic.twitter.com/VWpiGWptxF
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This is so sad. Isn't Paige a college-aged young woman? And for her, the highlight of her life is a meeting with shyster, child abuser, and all around horrible person, Kate Gosselin? What has gone wrong in her upbringing that she supposedly cries all night long over Kate? SMH.
Fired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack 17m
@Kateplusmy8 Excellent interview & write up! And what a beautiful pic! via @torontostar U have grown so much!
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Um Gladys, guess what. We named the one dollar coin here in Canada in Kate's honor, too.
Watched Benthenny why is KK so damn skinny she doesn't look good at all.
Her hands and her head look huge and she has no facial expressions at all.
Didn't she do the same thing at CC...they sent her out on these appearances to talk about their website and all she did was beg for another show? HIC must be so thrilled with her. This is turning into the same thing! Doesn't she have any pride left at all. Shes making a total ASS of herself. Its almost like she uses these crappy little opportunities solely to beg for A T.V. show. Do these companys ever learn? Who will be her next victim? This was never about selling a book...she wants face time.
jus4u said "Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage."
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I am so sorry to hear this. I hope that some day shortly in the future, your state will revise it's decision. Obviously, that depends on who is running things at your state legislature. I was able to sign up for affordable healthcare the other day, which will kick in the first of 2014, through California's health insurance exchange. Right now, I have high risk insurance through the feds, at $366/month. (And that's actually a good deal compared to Kaiser coverage at over $600/month for my age!). With this new plan, I get Kaiser coverage for less than $100/month (my out of pocket cost).
I pray your state leaders will allow you to at least have the same choice.
NJGal51 said... 63
I think she probably has enough money socked away to keep her in the lifestyle she currently has as long as she stays in rural PA. Move to LA or NY and the money I'll run out quickly while she chases her dream. What she really craves is fame.
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I agree with you. I believe Kate ended up with the bulk of the earnings from the show, plus what she made from the first (most successful) book. Not to mention, the income from Kate +8, income from DWTS, and whatever she got paid by CWS. If she planned well, she could live on that income for quite some time, quite comfortably.
She craves the fame and all that comes with it. The spotlight, cameras snapping her picture, talking to the camera, having a bodyguard, going to premieres and wearing designer dresses. All the perks. One problem among many is that she doesn't want to deal with the downsides of fame - the long hard slog of work that is required, the "putting on a good face" to your public. Not to mention, she has absolutely no talent. Can't dance, can't sing, can't focus on an interviewee, can't act, can't carry a show, can't cook, can't treat people decently, can't avoid lying, can't care for or love anyone but herself.
MsGoody2Shoes21 @msgoody2shoes21 13m
@MiloandJack @Kateplusmy8 I don't think Bethany is mean but her show won't last if she is all up in everybody's very personal business.
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Um, Goody, Bethany will last if "she is up in everybody's very personal business" because that's what the general viewing audience wants to see. The more dirt is dished, the more people will watch.
In 63 above it should have been *will* not *I'll*.
I see the Toronto Star article has already captured attention. I almost threw up my breakfast when I read it in my morning paper.
Who else would have their "bodyguard" sitting with them while being interviewed in a trendy restaurant by a reporter from a highly respected newspaper?
That does it for me; they are at the very least a part-time "couple".
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Hang with me for a minute on this.
It stuck in my brain that when Bethany asked Kate a question and Kate turned to Steve before responding something was different somehow. That was the first interview where it was mentioned about Steve helping her through a question. Then I flashed back on the scene where Kate and Steve are in the limo, Kate is crying, clearly upset because she didn’t want go to DWTS rehearsals. Steve over and over again told Kate that SHE not HE had to make the decision.
What happened between the limo ride (what 2 years ago?) and the Bethany interview. For a while people on this blog (me included) have speculated that Kate might have a mental disorder(s). We won’t know for sure until she is diagnosed and the truth is revealed to the public (if ever). I’m going to skip past the mental disorder theory and think about what else is happening.
Steve NOT Kate made the decision on the Bethany show for Kate to say what she did. Has Kate become so lost that she can’t make a decision. Has all the pressure of the lawsuits and lack of Hollywood job finally gotten to her and she is falling down the hill now. Has the fact that everything she has tried has failed to net her anything of significance playing a part on this. And, she keeps spinning her wheels trying and trying and nothing happens.
She goes through the motions of what worked before; smiling, the kids, bash Jon, look turned out for an interview (hair, makeup, clothes, nails, etc) and yet the media doesn’t care. IMO she’s probably in her bedroom going what have I done that I can’t get a job, what do I need to do to get a job, who can I call (call’s aren’t returned).
She wants to return to her glory days when people and the media didn’t pull back the curtain to see what was really going on. The lawsuits (if they go to court) will further erode Kate’s life. The life she so carefully built and still wants to have. What will happen then?
There is ONE role perfectly suited to TFW on the small screen, no acting ability required: the mother from hell. I hope she doesn't fasten on this after reading here, because it's best for all concerned, especially the children, that she fades into obscurity. Surely they are equally, or more, exhausted by her snivelling, whining, sense of entitlement and general malevolence as are we. And, Milo, get out and up your golf game. TFW is ideally suited to haranguing her critics. Heck..she excels at criticism and always has a remedy. I would be gleeful to never hear her name in the media again...well, I love the negatives which are spot on. Also, Steve...get lost!
" Gosselin continues to be one of the most polarizing figures to emerge from the primordial slime of reality TV."
"The primordial slime of reality TV"--lol! That sure sums up the genre, huh?
Kate just doesn't get it. If she was going to get her own TV gig, it would have happened by now. She is old news, and so polarizing, I cannot imagine any producer giving her the time of day.
ITA, she funded the book to get publicity to grift a TV job. That is what this has been about. Steve sticks around because it's money for him, with side benefits. The guy is way too much into involved, she is totally dependent on him, and I hope it all comes out. When Bethenny asked about her "hanging around her bodyguard", Kate just laughed and said "no, no". No real denial of an affair. I don't think he and Gina are not still together. Who would put up with such a clingy client dressing like a sexpot? Uncle Steve indeed. The kids calling him that says it all.
Jon changed, but not overnight. Remember, Kate was the one who drifted away emotionally first and gave Jon his freedom to do as he pleased as long as they continued filming. When Jon said TLC had private detectives following him at one point, it made sense to me that this was Steve's doing (his company has PI's). Catching Jon in the act was planned, IMO. Getting rid of him, getting the public's sympathy as the cheated on spouse, sounds like something someone would "mastermind", don't you think? She thought she was the star and didn't need him anymore. I truly believe that.
Steve must be TFW's business partner. That's the only reason I can think of as to why he would attend an interview with her. A real bodyguard would not be involved in an interview. He has a vested interest in Kate succeeding as a celebrity. I can see how this would have helped to undermine the marriage. In hindsight, this probably happened before 2009 when Kate and Steve started traveling together. Based on Kate's failure to succeed at reinventing herself and entering back into the celebrity lifestyle, I believe Steve must be a horrible advisor and needs to go back to keeping his mouth shut and just bodyguarding.
Marie
Dread Monday, its my bday and tropical storm is hitting my area. ugh
Opal did same thing a few years back on my bday. Think I will change my bday date to June. lol
jus4u
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Hope you still have a good birthday, jus4u. My daughter's birthday is close to yours, and she asked me once if I'd ever noticed the stuff that happens around her birthday? One year we had the sniper. Another a big flood, roads washed out, and no power. We've had hurricanes several years (again, no power), a tropical storm another. And then we had personal things like the passing of her great-grandmother and the loss of her dog one year and guinea pig this year. So she (we) feel your pain on that!
Enjoy it as best you can and maybe celebrate another time when the storm is past!
I think the Bethany interview was a big 'ol slap in the face Wake Up Call, followed by a Bitter Pill to Swallow chaser. There she satacross from a woman who started out just like her (in her mind) and that woman who asked her those "mean, personal questions" has everything that TFW wants. The jealousy and ugliness just OOZED from TFW during this interview. Bethany topped her and she knows it.
I'm thinking Paige is an only child and her parents weren't around much. Thus, the Gosselin kids are her fantasy siblings. I bet ANY mom that had been the mom of the 8 on that show would have been idolized by Paige.
Loved this comment from the Star:
With recipes such as “Family Yuck Pie,” “Cheesy Tuna Pockets” and the ghastly sounding “Old Grandma Veggie Beef Soup,” Love Is In The Mix seems unlikely to end up on the nightstands of Gordon Ramsay or Bobby Flay.
Duck Dynasty has a cruise coming up and it is "sold out" People are signing up on a wait-list for a cabin....
http://www.duckcommandercruise.com/
Interesting isn't it. Kate couldn't even get enough cabins to be book and it had to be cancelled. Duck Dynasty has SOLD OUT their cruse
"This is so sad. Isn't Paige a college-aged young woman? And for her, the highlight of her life is a meeting with shyster, child abuser, and all around horrible person, Kate Gosselin?"
On the talk show, Paige seemed pretty normal and well-spoken (much more so than I would have expected given what I gather about her obsession). It's very odd.
Kate is a twit said... 48
“There are eight people on this planet whose opinions matter,” she says. “That’s really all I’m worried about."
So much double-speak in one interview. If the only opinions that matter are her children's, then why is she suing their father? How is she explaining that to them?
She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
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So I wonder, is Kate's excuse for being fired from Coupon Cabin because she was sleep deprived? She was stressed because she has 8 count em, 8 children?
It's not, nor ever was the haters who screwed her, she screwed herself. Even Tony Dolvoni (sp?) had nothing good to say about the woman when he was partnered with her for DWTS.
Kate is her own worst enemy but she'll never admit to that.
Curious. She tweets personal thanks to Today show, Marilyn Denis and radio hosts but only retweets HCL's promotional tweet about Bethenny and nothing to Toronto Star newspaper for their article.
Does she only personally tweet thanks to those interviewers who suck up to her or did I miss it?
In the picture of Kate on Bethany's show, is that a picture of Jon & Kate up on display right behind Kate's head? If so, well . . . Ha ha haaaaaa! The poor thing is trying so hard to make it on her own in showbiz, but she will forever be TFMJG. Once you're marketed a certain way, it is next to impossible to re-invent yourself. Former Disney stars go to extremes to accomplish it. Plus they are pretty talented entertainers. TFW doesn't stand a chance.
Interesting comment from the author(Vinay Menon) of the Toronto Star article in reply to a comment from a reader.
MAAB
I would like to ask the reporter if it customary for a so-called 'celebrity' to exchange glances with her "bodyguard" before answering questions while both are being entertained at lunch. I always thought a bodyguard's job was to remain discreetly off to the side or in the background remaining alert for any attempted danger to his "client".
Vinay Menon (who is the author of the article)
When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB.
For those of you who have access on-line to the Toronto Star article, I would refer you to the comment by MAAB and the response from the reporter of the article, Vinay Menon.
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Um Gladys, guess what. We named the one dollar coin here in Canada in Kate's honor, too.
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Bahaha!! Loonie is being kind! :)
Grandaughter's taking a nap so I thought I'd jump on the computer quick.
Read the Toronto Star article and she just keeps putting her foot in it.
"I wake up every day dreaming of that second chance." Um, what was Kate+8 and you could have had Twist of Kate. Right there we have your second and third chance. And, really, aren't you a little old to be waking up every day dreaming.
"they edited it a certain way..." Um, sure they did. You always said J&K+8 was the "realist reality show out there" so how was it editted a certain way. She needs to deep six that statement.
"I'm more empathetic..." Um, are you copying Bill O'Reilly and his word of the day. She's really over using that word.
And she'd love to either have another reality show, a cooking show, be an actor or do voice overs as a bossy mom. Kate, Kate, Kate, honey. Come closer and listen up. It.Ain"t.Happening.
Oops. Gotta go. Grandaughter's crying.
JR, TFW also used her Coupon Cabin blog to fight with Anderson and St. Tony. If she thinks haters hurt that gig, she's insane.
So? Was the book allll a 'masterminding' plan JUST to go begging for "one more chance" to be on tv, to do just about ANYTHING?
TFW needs to realize that we don't owe her anything. 64
Don’t hold your breath. Remember this is the same woman who thought that the taxpayers of PA “owed” her a nurse for a second year.
I really respect that the Toronto Star reporter didn't bash Jon in his piece when he covered the topic of the marriage imploding. That rarely happens.
Also, Kate can't expect to willingly toss out lines like 'I'm the sole provider' and not expect the natural follow up question asking if Jon pays child support.
"We're not allowed to speak about it."
Riiiiight...you just did by saying you're the sole provider.
By the way, who's the "we('re)" in that sentence?
Has this been posted yet?
Is this the radio interview that has that Twitter user ranting 'No more talk about Jon?"
http://media.fm100memphis.com/a/81673302/kate-gosselin.htm?q=gosselin
"That wasn't part of it" whined Kate when she was asked to pose for pictures (silver dress). Steve told her to get back up on the platform and pose for pictures. If Steve were not there, TFW might walk out on any number of standard/contractual elements of an appearance. She might sleep in late, leave early, refuse to mingle where mingling is standard operating procedure. Steve might be TFW' s "contract honorer".
AuntieAnn said:
Um Gladys, guess what. We named the one dollar coin here in Canada in Kate's honor, too.
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*snort!* Oh yes, the loony!
All the PR that HCI and Kim Weiss arranged for Kate was supposed to be about promoting the book. But Kate's true colors come out and reveal that she was using them in the hope that all her appearances would lead to a TV gig, and the book became an afterthought.
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And this is why she will never have a career in the media. Waking up every day and fantasizing about her future as a star is delusional.
Wasn't she supposed to give tips on surviving a divorce? If pitying someone, having empathy and feeling sorry for someone is love, then I guess I love TFW.
I thought the Toronto Star article was fair and well-written.
Here's the deal with Kate. After the multiples were born, she put out her wish list and "magically" what she wanted appeared. She thinks the same thing is going to happen if she just puts it out there she wants to be in entertainment. What hasn't occurred to her yet, or maybe never, is that now she is well known. And what people know about her personality and work ethic are not good. Just saying she has changed isn't going to cut it, especially with her suing Jon and not working a regular job. Actions speak louder and we all know she is not forthcoming with the truth. This is why I am puzzled with Steve still hanging in there because it's not like she is talented or is a nice person.
I didn't see it mentioned so I will throw this out there-
At the beginning of Bethanny's show, when TFW first sits down, she looks all coked out as she swivels her bobblehead around looking at the studio, then leans in and says:
"I'm so proud of you!!!!"
At which point, Bethanny looks at her like, ex-cuuuuuse me? WTF are you talking about? There was a split second of stunned-ness on her face.
Which just goes to the point once again, TFW is loathe to compliment anyone (other than herself of course) without inserting herself into said compliment.
I'd call her a tool but can't bring myself to insult something handy, helpful AND utilitarian.
I finally had time to go over and read the Star article. There are only a few comments, none favorable to TFMJG, but one of the commenters asked the writer if it is common for the "bodyguard' to exchange looks with the interviewee and to be so "present" during an interview. The writer answered back and said he/she asked at the beginning what Steve did and he said "security", but that over the course of the interview it became obvious that he was "managing" and that he was part of TFMJG's "inner circle". BWAHAHAHAHAHA!! Nailed it in one!
Can't you just see, 20 or so years into the future, TFMJG sitting with her grandchildren, assuming that there are grandchildren and that she has a relationship with said grandchildren. "I was a big TV star. Millions of fans loved me. I was on all the big important shows. Then Jon ruined it for me. It's all Jon's fault that I'm not a star any more".
Question for y'all. Should I keep posting as "Bitchy Pants" or go back to Readerlady? Several of you have commented that you feel it's disrespectful to reply to me using my new screen name. I adopted the Bitchy Pants, because I feel like it's descriptive of TFMJG.
Auntie Ann 74 BWAHAHAHA!! Unfortunately, I'm afraid Milo would take that literally. You'll have to explain to her about loonies.
A response from the Toronto Star reporter to a reader's question about Steve"
The question:
I would like to ask the reporter if it customary for a so-called 'celebrity' to exchange glances with her "bodyguard" before answering questions while both are being entertained at lunch. I always thought a bodyguard's job was to remain discreetly off to the side or in the background remaining alert for any attempted danger to his "client".
The response:
Vinay Menon
When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB.
Jumping In said... 25
I loved her saying (in the Toronto Star article) that she wakes up every morning "dreaming of that second chance". Does she not remember her own show called Kate Plus 8, that WAS her second chance, and she squandered it
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ummmmmmm, any new "chance" she gets will actually be her *FOURTH* one!!
1) J&K + 8
2) K+8
3) Twist of Kate (announced by TLC and squashed by same)
She keeps wanting to grab that brass ring "just one more time" and I keep wondering how she never heard of the saying, "The definition of insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting different results".
Marie: I agree with you. I also think that Kate & Steve are business partners, more than they are lovers. I remember, that back in 2008-2009, Kate set up trust funds, with Steve, for the kids and did she not set up corporations with Steve back then(probably where she stashed money, and for tax shelters.Thus, having as someone here said many times, about why she has 50 chickens, for a property tax exempt). I'm sure Kate also puts in her taxes, every single trip as business expenses, whether they are or not. I would love to see the Gov do a tax audit on her. I wonder how much she lied on her taxes.
Vanessa said... 100
So? Was the book allll a 'masterminding' plan JUST to go begging for "one more chance" to be on tv, to do just about ANYTHING?
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That's the way I see it!
Millicent said... 77
jus4u said "Obamacare is out for me and family, my state decided to opt out. I am in the gap of non coverage."
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I am so sorry to hear this. I hope that some day shortly in the future, your state will revise it's decision. Obviously, that depends on who is running things at your state legislature. I was able to sign up for affordable healthcare the other day, which will kick in the first of 2014, through California's health insurance exchange. Right now, I have high risk insurance through the feds, at $366/month. (And that's actually a good deal compared to Kaiser coverage at over $600/month for my age!). With this new plan, I get Kaiser coverage for less than $100/month (my out of pocket cost).
I pray your state leaders will allow you to at least have the same choice.
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It's not a choice, though. It's a forced decision. I wish my state DIDN'T have it. My husband just called me upstairs to read me the letter from Anthem. Our former coverage = $635/mo. Our new forced coverage = $1,260 per month, an increase of $7,500 per year we do not have, especially with 3 kids in college at the moment (and one more just out.) We have a year to stave off the inevitable. The fine might be cheaper.... Feeling a little ill right now.
I took Manager (Stevie) to mean she's a nutjob and needs controlling...especially that mouth of hers.
Totally agree she and Steve are business partners. He stays around because he is vested in her success. So far, you would think he would count his losses and go home. Perhaps she got him involved to keep him tied to her? He has got to realize that she is unstable, don't you think? Still, what's a guy to do when a woman is totally dependent on you and prances around in skimpy outfits? I would be surprised he has not given in to temptation a few times.
Is her Look at Me tour over finally? Instead of a government shutdown we need a TFW shutdown...for good!
Maybe Steve is still in the picture because now he's got a contract as her "manager/management team" and Julie CM is no longer in the picture. That would explain a lot.
"Steve the Illusionist" Look at what we have seen over the past couple of weeks. At Baltimore, he entertained and amused TFW's fans while she sat apart from them, at times alone. Paige admitted she spent more time with Steve than with TFW and thought he was so sweet and kind. Now he is advising TFW on what to say in an interview. He is there to try and create the impression that TFW cares about her fans and leaves them walking happily away with good memories - the kind that TFW, on her own, cannot possibly conjure up. Smoke and mirrors, everyone.
Cant wait until Jon's attorney questions Steve in court.
One more thought about Steve. With him always lurking in the background, how could she ever have her own show? What producer would want to work with that? Steve is like that creepy second talking head that guy had on the Car Fax commercial or whatever it was.
Just how many "second" chances does one no-talent former reality performer get in this lifetime?
And who would have thought Bethanny would be the one finally asking the hard questions. No love for TFW there. And TFW played that one badly.
Toronto Star interview - did not go so well. Sipping on water with the "bodyguard" there for more than moral support. While I do not think they are involved in a physical relationship (KG is all faux smoke and mirrors, plus boys are icky), Skeevio is clearly more of a manager than a 1 man security team. At least own that part.
And next week's calendar is still pretty bare, teen birthday celebration aside.
In the People "piecing and patching" article, it said that Steve was no longer employed by Kate. For someone who's no longer in her employ he sure has been around with her an awful lot.
Could it be the People magazine article was a lie? Oh no-what will the sheeple do now?
I sincerely doubt he is doing all this "guarding" out of the kindness of his heart. Perhaps part of her "book tour" demands was that Steve be part of it and HCI agreed to pay him to keep her in line.
Two things which I don't know if they have been mentioned or not:
1.) I agree with the bloggers above who believe that there are men out there who would not have a problem "banging" Kate. These men would not care about her personality or her "ums" or the fact that she has 8 kids -- no, they would simply be interested in seeing her every other weekend when Jon has custody.
2.) TLC is interested in bringing back Little People Big World and I'm sure that is just bugging Kate because she can't figure out why TLC has not called her to bring her show back too. But here is the deal -- LPBW, McGhees, HBB, and the other shows re multiples -- one if not both of the spouses have REAL JOBS outside of the home where Kate only wants the job of being a reality TV stah where she is filmed being a stay at home mom. Kate does not get it that real people need to have jobs to support their family, that life is not about exploiting their children in order to get a TV show where they get to go on "free" trips to show how one travels with 8 kids. It is just not something that mediocre people can identify with, especially in today's economy.
So since Kate is and always will be clueless --- especially with this failed cookbook where she once again has proven that she does NOT have the gift of gab -- I do not see her getting another show at all. But hey, one has to give her credit for stretching out her 15 minutes ~ and of course there is still the issue of her lawsuit ~ will she withdraw it or go forward just to stay relevant? Only time will tell.
Bitchy Pants: I was kidding when I commented on your new name! It is most appropriate to this blog. But funny how a name changes one's ' image.' To me Readerlady was a refined lady, sitting there with her book and a cup of tea. Bitchy Pants is a great name to describe TFMKG- I vote to keep it. Remember when we all put an avatar of something Kate-related? That was so funny how people thought of her here and the things we remembered.
My name I think summarizes my experience with the show,as so many others have said themselves about their viewing and change of heart toward TFW and what seemed for maybe 2 episodes to be an innocent TV show.
Vinay Menon (who is the author of the article)
When I asked Steve who he was/what he does at the start of lunch, he
said "security." But during the interview, it became clear he also
plays a role in her "management," to use a broad term. So he's not
strictly a "bodyguard." He's part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am
aware of the persistent rumors. Thanks for your comment, MAAB. 95
Ha, ha, KIAT. I think Steve IS her inner circle.
I "wrote" a cookbook. My daughter was getting married about 6-years ago and I wanted to give her something special for a shower gift. So, I called all of my sisters, brothers, aunts, cousins, all of the in-laws, friends and neighbors asked them to give me their favorite recipes. I typed up all the recipe's they sent, added pictures and put everything in a beautiful binder for her. It took me about 3 months to get everything together. This was her first cookbook.
The fact that Kate said this 'picture book' was for her kids because they were always asking for her recipe's is a bunch of horse shit. My daughter was 23 when she married and she had never, ever, ever asked me for a recipe in her life. Little children aren't concerned about recipe's.
Anyway, there is a more sincere and honest way for Kate to get her recipe's to her kids. This whole crookbook fiasco just stinks!
OT
"It's not a choice, though. It's a forced decision. I wish my state DIDN'T have it. My husband just called me upstairs to read me the letter from Anthem. Our former coverage = $635/mo. Our new forced coverage = $1,260 per month, an increase of $7,500 per year we do not have, especially with 3 kids in college at the moment (and one more just out.) We have a year to stave off the inevitable. The fine might be cheaper.... Feeling a little ill right now."
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The same thing happened in my house........... until we were able to factor in the net subsidy amount. Btw - the subsidy is something the insurer doesn't have to mention to you and that's why the new quote looks horrendous. I hope with subsidy you will not be any worse off for premium costs as you were before (and I'm relieved to say that with our subsidy amount we will pay slightly less than we did last year).
In answering MAAB's comment on The Toronto Star article, the writer, Vinay Menon, wrote "He(Steve) is part of her inner circle. And, yes, I am aware of the persistent rumors."
The writer has obviously done his homework, perhaps he has been reading here.
bm
I think the picture of Jon with Hanna running towards him would be a great gift to him, blown up poster size for him to frame and a nice framed version for Hanna's room. Bet that one would get past the front door as Kate pulls an illegal search of her kids mail.
Kate has only sold 836 books since March. She's into her 8th month. Ree Drummond has sold only 120 LESS than Kate has sold in September in 4 days into October. Guess what's she's making on her show tomorrow - pizza sauce and pizza! I don't think there will be any chicken added to hers. Ree say's she's now working w/ Jillian Michaels to get rid of the "jiggle" her words. I think she looks great - don't care what she looks like, the love in her husband's eyea for her and his family are enough, and he's not too shabby either - great eyes.
Oh, I hope this works. Look at Kate's face.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/whitneyjefferson/bethenny-frankel-grills-kate-gosselin-about-where-all-her-mo?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
I remember, that back in 2008-2009, Kate set up trust funds, with Steve, for the kids and did she not set up corporations with Steve back then(probably where she stashed money,
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Wasn't the K8, Inc, corporation (Foreign Business Corporation) set up in the fall of 2009?
Robert's first book revealed there is a company called SK Inc (or something very similar to that.) SteveKate Inc.? If so, it could be a joint enterprise for Kate's "projects" - career moves, books, tours, interviews, gigs, management, etc. Just a thought.
Formerly -- LOL. You have the book and the cup of tea (or sometimes hot chocolate) right. Just add a cat to that picture. "Refined Lady"? I'm not so sure. Sometimes I think my Mother is spinning in her grave, and I KNOW my Grandmother is! LOL. I remember the TFMJG avatars. I think mine was a Keurig.
I notice TFMJG said she has 8 thumbs up. Last I looked, humans have 2 thumbs each. Wonder where those other 8 thumbs are pointed ? Does anyone else resent that she sullied the memory of the great Roger Ebert with that statement? I also note that she used a sports metaphor. Will wonders never cease? Wonder if she actually knows what it means.
Formerly Duped said...
Does TFW get paid for the print interviews ?
Pretty unheard of for newspaper interviews and very unlikely in other print mediums unless it's a tabloid.
People pays for use of photos which is how they get around saying they don't pay for interviews.
On the talk show, Paige seemed pretty normal and well-spoken (much more so than I would have expected given what I gather about her obsession). It's very odd.
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I think she was in shock. When you see someone you idolize in person, it does that to you. You have waited for it for so long, imagined what it was going to be like, and then it hits you. Is this real...and you just don't know what to say. All that "I'm going to yell when Kate walks in" was all talk.
Kate is a twit said...
She also keeps saying that the reason she was a bitch on the show was because she was "sleep deprived" and "stressed". She's said that a few times now. Is that the excuse she's going to use when the truth comes out in court that she did beat her children?
Unbelievably, that's the excuse the sheeple give for her short temper and harsh punishments. They think her behavior was perfectly justified because she was a mom of 8, you know.
I'm thinking Paige is an only child and her parents weren't around much. Thus, the Gosselin kids are her fantasy siblings. I bet ANY mom that had been the mom of the 8 on that show would have been idolized by Paige.
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She has a brother. I remember Paige tweeting that he thinks she's nuts because she has a picture of Kate in her wallet.
Unbelievably, that's the excuse the sheeple give for her short temper and harsh punishments.
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The sheeple acknowledge the fact that she has a short temper and inflects harsh punishment? Wow...
In addition to being her business partner and having a financial interest in her appearances, Steve's been her 'handler' for a very long time. I picture them in the back of a limo going to an interview revising TFW's answers to questions, strategizing how she needs to try to appear, how she's going to try to sell her newest PR image.
Sunset Blvd #119... said it best: He is there to try and create the impression that TFW cares about her fans and leaves them walking happily away with good memories - the kind that TFW, on her own, cannot possibly conjure up. Smoke and mirrors, everyone.
Wasn't the K8, Inc, corporation (Foreign Business Corporation) set up in the fall of 2009?
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Yes, it was.
http://appext20.dos.ny.gov/corp_public/CORPSEARCH.ENTITY_INFORMATION?p_nameid=3877640&p_corpid=3871296&p_entity_name=%4B%38%2C%20%49%6E%63%2E&p_name_type=%41&p_search_type=%42%45%47%49%4E%53&p_srch_results_page=0
It is labeled a "foreign" corporation because it was set up in PA, but is doing "business" in NY. The definition of a "foreign" corporation:
Foreign Corporation
A business corporation formed outside of New York and wanting to do business in New York is classified as a foreign corporation
Robert's first book revealed there is a company called SK Inc (or something very similar to that.) SteveKate Inc.? If so, it could be a joint enterprise for Kate's "projects" - career moves, books, tours, interviews, gigs, management, etc. Just a thought.
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There's also a K8, Inc., with a Sinking Spring address that lists Katie Gosselin as CEO, and if I recall it was listed as a Foreign Business Corp.
This is Milo's reason why she obeys LOM when he tells her it's time to go to bed:
Fired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack 27m
@JustJay757 @Kateplusmy8 No, not King..but head of his wife& that headship should be exercised in love as Christ was head of cong. 1Cor.11:3
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Fired Up 4 Kate @MiloandJack 22m
@Paige_Kate8fan @Kateplusmy8 Its tough I'm sure...Kate is so likable...easy 2get attached 2 for her fun personality.
...and how does Milo know this if she's never me her? I wonder if it's gotten to the point where she actually does believe that she knows Kate, up close and personal? I'd love to hear what a mental health professional would say about this.
"I found myself talking to a woman who was bright, self-aware and subdued."
Was this really Kate being interviewed?
Kara_lovesKateX8 @CrazyforKate 1h
@Kateplusmy8 You are my life and my everything! I love you so much! 💖😍 thank you so much for coming to Toronto! :)
Oh my word.This is the one who some said was set up by the fans so that the sheeple could run to BV and report the non-fans for harassing a child. However, she met Kate at the signing, so I think that this adulation is the real thing. Truly sad.
Milo thinks the fan is a mini-Paige. How adorable is that?
Steve's been her 'handler' for a very long time. I picture them in the back of a limo going to an interview revising TFW's answers to questions, strategizing how she needs to try to appear, how she's going to try to sell her newest PR image.
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Then there are those who picture them in the back of a limo with Steve handling her. ;-)
Wow, you can see her chest & neck getting really red & blotchy right after Bethenny asked the audience. It kept getting more red & blotchy. I think Bethenny was the first person who asked her pointy and face to face about the money.
Also I don't think this was never a true book tour. It was all about Jon, the lawsuit, the divorce & how she was living after K+8, she doesn't mention the book. If it was me, I would have told the interviewer that I am here to promote my book & discuss the recipes, whatever if the line of questioning was turning to my personal life. Yes? So what was the whole media was really about?
bitchypants..
I rather like your former name =)
g-d i hate my evil phone,
rastafari=)
Lalalala . . . TFW is definitely pissed in that link. You can see where she takes a deep breath to compose herself. LOL. What a pistol that little Bethanney is.
Marie
pps..she still sucks,
sorry.
pls please leave my country,
thanks, franky
Suzy said... 148
''Wow, you can see her chest & neck getting really red & blotchy right after Bethenny asked the audience. It kept getting more red & blotchy.''
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You're not kidding that you can see the red/blotchy as it happens. I swear there was a point that it seemed that the blotches were actually pulsating! She did a pretty good job at controlling her breathing, and even almost got her expression under control, but those red blotches had a life of their own! lol
Thanks to whoever suggested watching Master Chef Junior Edition. I watched it tonight and those kids are absolutely amazing!
Lalalala...aren't those kids great? Not only are they talented, they are so poised.
I am enchanted with all of them.
I was so impressed by how much they know!! They're talking about sauces and reductions and all kinds of stuff at such a young age. I'm just floored.
To watch Master Chef Junior is to feel like an underachiever. They are young people with talent and the "it" factor! They have to have some very proud parents sitting on the sidelines.
Amber Stankiewicz@amberlyns67813m
@Kateplusmy8 i saw you at the casino but i didnt want to bother you. love you!
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Awwww, Katie and Stevie are just having the time of their life, aren't they? Why doesn't she go home to her children now?
Any one of those kids on Master Chef Junior can out cook TFW any day of the week. They also think on their feet and have to decide what to cook u der pressure when the mystery box ingredients are revealed. How many here think that TFW could do the same? No one? That's what I thought.
Awwww, Katie and Stevie are just having the time of their life, aren't they? Why doesn't she go home to her children now?
'Cause they're probably with jon?
One of the things that I like about Master Chef Junior is that we're seeing another side to Joe. I haven't seen him give any kid the stink eye yet.
I am enchanted with all of them.
See, this is why kids shouldn't be on reality shows. No one should be enchanted with someone else's kids unless they're related. Kind of like the fans of Kate. They just LOVE them some Gosselin kids. It's wrong, IMO, and sending a message that it's ok to want to see the kids.
I hope that when the lawsuit is over the judge makes her pay with the money from her books and not the show.
I myself would love to see her get a job as animated voice of a bossy mom. I think then the public would see that one and the other are the same. Nothing would change from her show and tv gigs. You can't fake true ugly.
I thought she snorted to Bethany that she didn't hang out with the body guard....so why would he be sitting in on an interview???
I think she is hitting Canada hard for a show because in her small mind she thinks the media company's aren't on to her wicked ways. Or at least she can now fool them with this "ok I was bad but I've changed" gig. I don't remember her begging for a show here in the states this time around. She hardly mentions her book in Canada. My opinion is her dreaming is really her scheming. That's why she feels like she is working. What, 23 weeks in bed in the hospital to scheme and call around for freebies. To work her master plan. See, "work".
She never planed to fail in the states so now she needs to move on. Next, England. Ya better watch out. I mean look at the fans she is starting to get out of the states. New fish. Her show hasn't been there long and the ugliness of the divorce and seeing them in every rag mag is pretty much nil. Of course it will never happen. It's time to reap what she has sown. Poor kids. Hopefully Jon's love will cover a multitude of sins and more will come out of this not too damaged.
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