They graced the covers of numerous tabloids and entertainment magazines.
To satisfy the public’s curiosity about their dual allegations of infidelity, TV and radio shows, newspapers, magazines, and websites tracked this couple’s every move.
There probably wasn’t a media outlet in the country that didn’t run at least one story about Jon and Kate, or make mention of their TV reality show.
As infidelity rumors escalated, we followed everything Jon and Kate said and did - together, individually, or with someone else.
Then we blogged about them, tweeted about them, and discussed them in cyberspace.
Enticed by rumors of infidelity, almost 10 million people watched the season’s premiere of Jon and Kate Plus 8, to see what all the fuss was about. Many were people who previously had no interest in the show.
Fans posted comments online. As people chose sides, arguments ensued. People became personally involved.
The Announcement Didn’t Stem the Tide of Interest in Jon and Kate
When TLC told us that Jon and Kate had a life-changing announcement to make, everyone, from celebrities and talk show hosts, to the guy next door had a theory as to what that announcement would be.
By now, we all know that Jon and Kate have decided to separate. Following a brief hiatus, the show will continue. But the couple has filed for divorce. The children will to live on the family’s 24 acre estate. Their parents will take turns living with them in the house.
But the story isn’t over because fans and non-fans alike continue to speculate about Jon and Kate. Millions of people are still intent on watching this drama unfold.
Has anyone bothered to question why?
Just why are we so concerned about the fate of Jon and Kate? Why do we still care?
Why the Sudden Interest in Jon & Kate Plus 8?
Although this is the 5th season for the TLC’ Network’s reality show about this couple and their 8 children, it wasn’t until rumors of infidelity surfaced that Jon and Kate became household names.
These pseudo-celebrities owe their new-found fame, and the public’s sudden the interest in their affairs (no pun intended) to the accusations of infidelity on both their parts.
Infidelity as a Spectator Sport
As an infidelity expert , frequently called on by the media to comment on celebrity infidelity, high profile infidelity court cases, and infidelity breaking news, I can personally attest to the public’s consuming interest in all things infidelity – especially if the rich and famous are involved.
When someone in the public eye cheats on his or her mate, or is even rumored to be having an affair, the public wants to know every detail as the drama unfolds.
Infidelity has become the new spectator sport.
Why Infidelity Piques Our Interest
What is it about infidelity that holds our fascination? For one thing, it’s a topic that almost everyone can relate to in some way. Infidelity crosses all boundaries. It affects everyone, regardless of race, religion, social status, age, income level, or educational background.
Who among us doesn’t have at least one friend, relative, or co-worker who is cheating, or has been cheated on? Most of us have been victims of infidelity ourselves.
A USA Today/Gallup poll reported that 54% of Americans said they knew someone with a cheating spouse. If you factor in unmarried people in committed relationships who are cheating on their mates, that percentage jumps even higher.
Some form of infidelity (physical, emotional, online, female, same-sex, workplace) affects 80% of all marriages and committed relationships today.
Infidelity Entertains Us, But There Are Lessons to Be Learned
Infidelity has become a form of entertainment. It’s a recurring theme in soap operas, talk shows, movies, and novels, just to name a few.
But apart from the entertainment value of infidelity, there are lessons to be learned. Public accounts of infidelity can provide valuable insight for others who are struggling with infidelity issues of their own.
Celebrity infidelity captures the attention of everyone involved - the cheater, the infidelity victim, the Other Woman/ Other Man, and any friends, co-workers or relatives who know of, or who are affected by the affair. It’s not just idle curiosity. People are are seeking information, answers, solutions, advice that they can apply to their own personal situation.
If Jon or Kate Cheated, Do They Deserve a Second Chance?
We still don’t know for sure if Jon and Kate actually cheated on each other. But the rumors of infidelity raised many questions about what a couple should do when one or both spouses have had an affair. Should they stay together? Get a divorce? What if there are children involved? Would marriage counseling help? Each situation is different. Many factors need to be considered before a final decision is made.
Did Jon and Kate make the right decision? Did they consider all the factors involved? That remains to be seen. Only time will tell. But fans will continue to speculate about Jon and Kate, as long as the infidelity rumors persist.
Stay with a Cheater or Leave? How to Decide
The Go or Stay Tip Sheet covers factors to consider when trying to decide whether to leave a cheating spouse, or give the cheater a second chance. It also covers the two major obstacles to taking a cheater back, and offers suggestions on how these obstacles can be overcome. For a FREE copy of the Go or Stay Tip Sheet, e-mail InfidelityAdvice@gmail.com with the words “Go or Stay-bjk” in the subject line.
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