Jessa Duggar Seewald is a reality TV star and social media influencer who rose to fame through her roles on TLC’s 17 Kids and Counting and Counting On.
She is one of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s 19 children, and her life has been in the spotlight since she was a teenager.
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- – Full name: Jessa Lauren Duggar Seewald
- – Date of Birth: November 4, 1992
- – Age: 32
- – Gender: Female
- – Birthplace: Tontitown, Arkansas, USA
- – Nationality: American
- – Occupation: Reality TV star and social media influencer
- – Height: 5’8”
- – Parents: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar
- – Siblings: Joshua, Jana, John-David, Jill, Jinger, Joseph, Josiah, Joy-Anna, Jedediah, Jeremiah, Jason, James, Justin, Jackson, Johannah, Jennifer and Jordyn-Grace
- – Spouse: Ben Seewald
- – Children: Spurgeon Elliott Sewald, Henry Wilberforce Sewald, Ivy Jane Sewald, Fern Sewald, and George Sewald
- – Marital status: Married
- – Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Jessa Dougal Seewald was born on November 4, 1992, in Tontitown, Arkansas to Jim Bob and Michelle Dougal. She grew up in a large family of 18 siblings and was homeschooled by her parents.
Jessa’s parents were devout Baptists who raised their children with strict religious beliefs. Jessa learned various skills such as cooking, cleaning and taking care of children from an early age.
Jessa also developed an interest in music and learned to play the violin. She attended meetings of the Institute of Basic Living Principles (IBLP) and participated in various extracurricular activities such as sports and volunteering.
Jessa’s education focused primarily on religious studies and character development. She was taught to be modest, humble, and obedient.
Jessa’s parents encouraged their children to pursue their passions and interests, and Jessa fell in love with writing and public speaking. At 21, she wrote her first book, Growing Up Dougal, which became a bestseller.
personal life
Jessa met her husband Ben Seewald in 2013 and the two began dating. On November 1, 2014, they got married in a private ceremony in Arkansas.
The couple have five children together and have spoken openly about the struggles of pregnancy and parenthood. Jessa has been candid about her own experiences with motherhood and has shared her tips and advice on social media.
Jessa and Ben’s relationship has been the subject of much attention and controversy over the years. They have been criticized for their conservative beliefs and stances on social issues such as LGBTQ+ rights and abortion.
Jessa has also faced backlash for her comments on birth control and feminism. Despite the criticism, Jessa and Ben remain committed to each other and their family.
Jessa has been open about her struggles with anxiety and depression and has used her platform to raise awareness for mental health. She has also been involved with various charities, including IBLP and the Duggar Foundation.
Profession
Jessa’s career in reality TV began when she was a teenager. She starred in 17 Kids and Counting with her family. Later, she starred in the Counting spin-off show with her sisters.
Jessa has also written several books, including “Growing Dougal” and “Love Multiplied.” She is a social media influencer who promotes various products and services and has worked with brands such as TLC and IBLP.
Jessa has been open about her struggles with fame and public image. She has used her platform to promote her beliefs and values and has been outspoken about her political views.
Jessa has also been criticized for her involvement with the IBLP and her support for the party’s controversial leader, Bill Gothard.
net worth
Jessa’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million; on the other hand, her family’s total net worth is estimated to be around $50 million.
dispute
Jessa has been embroiled in several controversies, including her family’s stance on LGBTQ+ issues and her comments on birth control and feminism.
She has also been criticized for her husband’s alleged abuse of her and her response to it. Jessa has been accused of promoting harmful and oppressive beliefs, and her involvement in IBLP has also come under scrutiny.
social media
- Instagram: @jessaseewald
- Twitter: @jessaduggar
Filmography
- – 17 children and counting (2008-2015)
- – Counting On (2015-2020)
books
- – The Making of Dougal (2014)
- – Love Multiplied (2017)
- – Douggar Family Favorite Recipes (2019)
