Jon Gosselin 'Hurt' By Kate's Statements

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"Jon & Kate Plus 8" reality star Jon Gosselin is opening up in a statement to ET about the recent announcement that he is separating from his wife Kate.

“Yesterday, Kate filed for divorce. Our kids are still my number one priority. I love them and want to make sure they stay happy, healthy and safe," he said in his statement regarding the initial divorce papers that were filed on Monday.

"My job is being the best, most supportive and loving father that I can be to my kids, and not being married to Kate doesn’t change that. This will be a difficult transition for all of us, but Kate and I will work out a schedule that enables our kids to have plenty of quality time with both of us at home in Pennsylvania."

Jon and Kate announced their separation on their TLC reality show Monday night. "I am deeply saddened that we are divorcing, and also hurt by the statement Kate made last night about the divorce. I have always done everything I can to protect our family."

He comments on his Father's Day, "This weekend, I was home with the kids for four days, just being a dad. No nannies, just the kids and me. In fact, with the exception of Aaden’s visit to the doctor, I couldn’t have imagined a better way to spend Fathers Day weekend."

Jon continues, "The one thing I do agree with in Kate’s statement is her desire to resolve things amicably. Of course emotions are running high for both of us right now, but for the sake of our children and our family’s privacy, I hope that we can both limit our public comments about the legal proceedings going forward.”

"Jon & Kate Plus 8" airs on TLC Mondays at 9 p.m. (EST/PST). Click HERE to see Kate's reaction to the split.

Published 6/23/09 by the Insider

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  • I am so sick of Kate bashing and just because Jon is laid back he should be excused for cheating. Kate may be intense, organized, and somewhat controlling but don't you think if you had 8 chidren under the age of 6 you would have to be this way too. Most of the time Jon appears to be ok with Kate taking charge...I don't think he would know how. My biggest beef is that it seems like Kate's personality is overshadowing the fact that Jon cheated on his wife and walked out on his 8 children. He says his kids are the most important thing to him but why was he looking for someone else, what is he teaching his children when things aren't perfect and they never are in any family you go find greener pastures. I am disgusted at his actions and I would like everyone to give a Kate a break.....she is the one who is with the children and taking care of all of the details...those kids probably have what they have because of her. Those kids will be grateful and remember that their Mother made every effort to give them everything and they will remember their dad walked out on them to marry the first young girl that showed some interest....the sad thing is this 2nd marriage probably won't last...I wonder if he will think it was worth it then.
    Anonymous 7/31/09 Reply
  • I know Kate can be demanding and pushy at times, but if Jon can't man up and realize 90 percent of the time she is right and says things harshly handling 8 of his children, it is hectic and just is not coming out the way you want to hear it, but you have to realize the situtation in which the comments are said and just grow up! I have lost all respect for a man who can just keep saying the fact that he is ONLY 32 over and over again and yet be EXCITED about his future, tells me he just wants no responsibility and really is not caring how the future of his EIGHT children will be. Very self centered! I just want him to know that if that show goes under(which he is driving it) he will have to stop his FUN TIME and get a real JOB. No Trump Towers for you. Grow up! Kate you are better off without him! Now you can get a real man!
    Anonymous 6/25/09 Reply
  • Jon had the opportunity to show the world what a good Dad could be. Instead he has let his pride and getting even be his priority. He doesn't see that what he is doing is so much worse than a few little hits to his ego. I never thought Jon was weak until now, it takes a strong person to have some struggles and continue to be on the right path. In my opinion Jon is a big disappointment and a failure on multiple fronts.
    Anonymous 6/25/09 Reply
  • time to grow up jon..mid life crisis at 32?? diamond earring dont help either..your place is with your children if you say they are your #1 priority not with girlfriends and sports cars!!! GROW UP!!!
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • Stop blaming Jon. He was just being the dutiful hubby.....she took advantage, he got fed up with her constant bashing of him, and now he is walking out. Good for him. Katezilla proves she does not need him. She can now hire all her lackys to rub suntan oil on her. Hey Kate, you cant buy love, dont forget that. You rolled the dice and you lost.....Better luck next time with whatever shmuck you lure into your web.......Be great Jon....
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?????????? Now I am hearing that they have been separated for 2 years? What a sham! Maybe they should be hooked up to lie detector tests....Just what is the truth? Confused in Georgia
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • Before when I first watch the show i fell in love with the family right away.... i know how hard it is to raise a family like that, and it keep me inspired that i can do take care of my kids.... i have 3 kids, a set of twin girls and a boy. i got no help and my husband i worked full time, he work during the day and i work during the night.
    it so sad to see how their family fall apart ........
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • I have a great idea! How about taking little Jen from the little couple, and putting her with Kate and calling it LITTLE JEN & BIG KATE PLUS EIGHT......She looks like the mini version of Kate. Although she is not quite the beast that Kate is...she likes shopping just like Kate, and she also cant have children, so she could double as the Nanny for the kids... . Wow, what a concept! I think it is a million dollar idea. Hey TLC how bout throwing some money my way, I can make you mega $$$$$$$$$....I have all kinds of ideas like this......My head is exploding at all the possibilities,,,,,,,
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • Jon, dont be HURT by her stupid statements. I know you were married to the woman, and you have a real past, but do you really want a future filled with insults and living life as a house boy? You deserve much better than that. She blew it. And she knows it. The fake tears she sheds is laughable at best. She is loving all this attention. You are real, and your feelings are real. When she said she took "Half a day" to cry, I almost threw the fireplace poker through the tv....What a fake. That should tell you alot, that is took her a whole "half a day" to get over you. She can buy her house boys now. Lots of luck to you and the kids Jon
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • I am thrilled that Jon is finally seeing the light here. I used to scream at the TV! WAKE UP JON!!! smell the coffee...She is just treating you like crap.........What a harsh woman he is married to. It is a wonder it didnt happen sooner. She is so full of herself, she doesnt even see what she is doing to him. It is time for you light to shine Jon....You deserve it. Good luck in the future Jon.........
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • If you both really love your kids, then for the sake of your kids perhaps you should seek counceling. Both should be ashamed of their behaviour and greed. I'm sure the only thing the children want for Christmas are their two parents back.
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • If John was with his kids all Father's Day weekend, then why did Kate make hurtful statements?
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • JOn doesnt dress like an adult anymore more like a teenager and the baseball cap backwards he looks like a dork. you are 32 Jon! act like it!!
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • Maybe now that they are taking a break they can work on their
    marriage there is so much at stake and so many little ones
    with feelings that have to be considered, Both Jon & Kate made
    mistakes but thats water under the bridge. Hope they can forgive
    forget and move on to fixing their marriage.
    Anonymous 6/24/09 Reply
  • My bad maybe he has trained the dogs to babysit!
    Gapeachpit 6/24/09 Reply