Amid the ongoing situation with Joseph Duggar, one of his older sisters recently took to social media to release her own family update.
Jill Duggar Dillard is the fourth child and second daughter of Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar’s 19 children. The former TLC reality star began filming for “19 Kids and Counting,” formerly “17 Kids and Counting,” when she was 17 years old. She later appeared on the family’s spin-off series, “Counting On,” until 2020.
Having already released a statement regarding her brother, Joseph Duggar, Jill took to Instagram to share an update on her own growing family. Here’s what the former reality star had to say.
Jill Duggar Dillard Shares a New Family Photo With Fans
The Duggar daughter took to Instagram to share a new family photo with her husband and children at the beach.
The 34-year-old captioned the post, “So thankful for some extra family time at the beach over spring break. God knew this week away was exactly what we’d need when we planned it months ago.”
Jill went on to thank fans for their continued prayers and support amid the ongoing situation with Joseph Duggar, writing, “Thank y’all for the love and prayers during this difficult time of heartbreak and continued processing.”
The TLC star closed out her social media post with a Bible verse, writing, “The Lord is my portion, says my soul, therefore I will hope in him. – Lamentations 3:24 ESV.”
Jill Duggar Dillard Got Married in 2014
Jill Duggar was the first Duggar daughter to walk down the aisle, and the second Duggar sibling to get married. Viewers watched as Jill exchanged vows with Derick Dillard at the Cross Church in Springdale, Arkansas, on June 21, 2014.
At the time of their wedding, Jill was 23 and Derick was 25. After meeting in December 2011, the couple started courting in November 2013. After receiving Jim Bob Duggar’s blessing, Derick popped the question in March 2014. Just a little under three months later, the couple officially tied the knot.
Jill’s brother, Joseph Duggar, was a member of her bridal party. Both Joseph and John-David Duggar served as Derick’s groomsmen. Jill also served as a bridesmaid in Joseph’s wedding to Kendra Caldwell in September 2017.
Jill Duggar Dillard Is a Mother of 3
After exchanging vows, Jill and Derick wasted no time in becoming parents. Just 10 months into their marriage, the couple welcomed their first child, Israel David Dillard, in April 2015.
The couple’s second son, Samuel Scott Dillard, was born in July 2017.
In October 2021, Jill announced on social media that she was expecting another baby. Sadly, that pregnancy ended in a miscarriage. The couple shared with fans that they gave their child the name River Bliss Dillard.
Jill and Derick welcomed a third son, Frederick Michael Dillard, into the family in July 2022.
Unfortunately, Jill suffered another miscarriage in March 2024. She shared with fans that she was about four months along when the couple discovered that the baby had passed away. The couple had already found out the baby was a girl and chose the name Isla Marie Dillard for their daughter.
Jill Duggar Dillard Appreciates Support From Fans
While the Duggar daughter is no longer filming for TLC, she’s no stranger to the camera. Jill likes to stay active with her fans.
The former reality star has even been quite candid about motherhood and the grief that can come with losing a child. She recently sat down with her sister and brother-in-law, Jinger Duggar Vuolo and Jeremy Vuolo, on “The Jinger and Jeremy Podcast” to discuss her experience.
Like many of her famous siblings, Jill likes to keep fans up to date on her life and family. Her latest update offers a glimpse into how she’s prioritizing family and staying positive during a difficult time.
As she continues to navigate the situation surrounding her brother, the former reality star makes it clear she’s leaning on loved ones and the support of fans.
