Anna Duggar News: Will Wife And Family Support Josh On His World Tour?
Publicly shamed and robbed of celebrity fame, the Duggar family is fighting to stay relevant. Josh Duggar, the oldest son who brought the family where it is today, has his eyes set on public speaking to change his fortunes.
Josh Duggar, 28, exited a faith-based rehab earlier this month after spending six months fighting sex and porn addiction. His family spurred the highly popular 19 Kids and Counting on TLC which was abruptly pulled off air last year, following his public disclosure of sexual misdemeanor. The Duggars were portrayed as a family with values and Josh's scandals did not fit that portrayal.
Life post rehab has reportedly been difficult for Joshua and his family. Members of the extended family are said to be uncomfortable with Josh, even as his parents fight over his treatment in the family home; Josh's father Jim Bob believes his son is cured and expects the family to make him feel welcome while mother Michelle is not convinced.
"Michelle, while she would never admit it publicly, understands why some family members don't want Josh around them or their children," a source said according to Radar Online. "She and Jim Bob have argued over it. Michelle has actually raised her voice to Jim Bob, which never happens."
Anna Duggar, who has stood by her husband despite friends and family suggesting a divorce, continues to support her husband. Anna appeared on the premier of Jill and Jessa: Counting On, a 19 Kids and Counting spin-off. Josh Duggar's appearance on the show is rumored but advertisers are unlikely to be happy; a few have expressed reservations over being aired during 'Jill and Jessa'.
Josh's forced exit from the conservative Family Research Council, his growing distance with the Duggar family and public shaming may be pushing him to explore public speaking. Some reports claimed he may go on a world tour to speak about life post rehab. Given reported reactions to public appearances of Duggars, will Josh Duggar receive an audience to explain his version of events during the past one year?
