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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Net Worth.

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The Duggar clan is one of the most renowned families in America. They became infamous because of some of their practices and beliefs. For one, they don’t believe in contraceptives and also uphold staunch unaccommodating Christian values. If you were a fan of their reality show, 19 and counting, then you have undoubtedly heard of this whacky clan.

They were a constant source of entertainment; hated, loved, but never ignored. I guess it was all perspective. Look at patriarch and matriarch of the family; Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar. What is their net worth? We will also meet their kids.

Jim Bob Net worth.

A good chunk of this net worth undoubtedly comes from his ten season reality show, 19 and counting. Reality stars get paid hefty salaries per episode, and Jim Bob was no different. Sources say that Jim Bob has a net worth of $3.5 million. 

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TV Personality, Jim Bob Duggar net worth is $3.5 million

His show, albeit controversial, was popular, and as such, the man commanded a significant salary. Before his stint on reality television, the star worked as a real estate agent. This is another lucrative career option which helped him built his net worth. The former broker was also a smart investor, who made some really good investment opportunities. Apart from this, the patriarch of the Duggars is also a published author, and this is another source of income.

Jim Bob Career info.

The reality star had his start in politics. He worked in the Arkansas House of Representatives for District 6 since the late nineties. Bob tried to run for senator but failed in his bid. Four years later, he tried again but didn’t even make it first the Republican nomination phase. 2008 would mark the star’s foray into reality television when the show 19 and counting premiered. It focused on the life of his family, devout Baptists. The family’s belief always comes into question, as they are viewed as backward, strict and patriarchal.

Image of Jim Bob Duggar from 19 kids and counting show

Jim Bob Duggar from 19 kids and counting show

Regardless of the show’s controversy, it was pulling in well over 2 million viewers per episode, making ’19 and Counting’ one of the most popular shows on the TLC network. 2015 would see the show cancelled after it came to light that Josh, one of the sons of Jim, had molested 5 of his siblings.

A spin-off, however, Counting on, would premiere soon after, and the Duggars have been going strong ever since. Besides reality television, Jim has also worked as a real estate broker and agent. Jim Bob also published two books based on his family, with the help of his wife.

 Michelle Duggar Net worth.

Sources say that Michelle Duggar’s net worth is currently undisclosed. This is not surprising when you consider the fact that the family promotes very patriarchal views. So Jim Bob probably handles all the finances.

Image of TV Personality, Michelle Duggar net worth is not available

TV Personality, Michelle Duggar net worth is not available

This is not to say that Michelle did not make a killing while starring on the family’s show. On average, she was rumoured to make somewhere around $25000 to $40000, so her net worth, whatever it may be, must be substantial. The matriarch also helped her husband publish two books, and this proved to be another source of income for the family.

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Married Life and Kids.

The couple met through their church, while Jim was making scheduled house visits.  Though Michelle’s first recollection of her soon to be husband was during her stint working at a yoghurt shop. Jim proposed on the 24th of December, 1983.

They were married the very next year, at Cross Church in Rogers, in front of 200 friends and family. It was a simple ceremony as they were pressed for money at the time; Michelle even made her own bouquet, the cake, and the wedding dress she wore was a gift from Jim’s mother.

Image of Jim Bob Duggar with his wife Michaell Duggar

Jim Bob Duggar with his wife, Michaell Duggar

The couple had their first child, Joshua James, on the 3rd of March, 1988. After their second pregnancy ended in a miscarriage, the couple decided to disregard the use of birth control. Twins Jana Marie and John David would follow on the 12th of January, 1990.

What followed then, was a rugby team of children: Jill Michelle in 1991, Jessa Lauren in 1992, Jinger Nicole in 1993, Joseph Garrett in 1995, Josiah Matthew in 1996, Joy-Anna in 1997, a second set of twins: Jedidiah Robert and Jeremiah Robert in 1998, Jason Michael in 2000, Justin Samuel in 2002, Jackson Levi in 2004, Johannah Faith in 2005, Jennifer Danielle 2006, Jordyn-Grace Makiya 2008, and their last child, Josie Brooklyn in 2009.

Image of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar kids

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar kids

However, November 8, 2011, saw the couple proclaim that they were expecting their twentieth child. This was not fated to be as Michelle gave birth to a stillborn baby, and this marked the end of her children bearing days. Some of the couple’s children (Jill and Josh) have even gone on to have children of their own.

All of the Duggars featured on the family’s reality show and somehow managed to find a way to co-exist. We thought all was well, that is until 2015 when some dark revelations came to light. Joshua, the couple’s firstborn, was found to have sexually abused some of his siblings.

Summary

Most people complain about the toll having children can take on your life: physically, financially and mentally. So can you imagine having 19 children? The Duggars are something out of this world.

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