Since first appearing on TLC in 2008, the Duggar family has grown well beyond Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s 19 children. As more of the Duggar siblings married and started families of their own, fans of the family have also become curious about the relatives connected to the famous reality TV family.
When Jim Bob and Michelle’s sixth child, Jinger Duggar, married former professional soccer player Jeremy Vuolo, she didn’t just join a new household, she became part of the Vuolo family. Since their relationship first played out on “Counting On,” fans have remained curious about Jeremy’s background and the family he comes from.
While Jinger became known to audiences through the Duggar family’s reality TV shows, the Vuolo family has its own background, shaped by a close-knit upbringing, faith, and strong family ties. With that in mind, here are five fast facts to know about the Vuolo family in another edition of Duggar in-laws explained.
1. Jinger Duggar Married Into the Vuolo Family in 2016
Jinger Duggar was the fourth Duggar sibling to tie the knot, marrying Jeremy Vuolo on November 5, 2016. The couple exchanged vows at the Cathedral of the Ozarks at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas.
Several members of the Duggar family were part of the wedding party. Jinger’s sister, Jessa Duggar Seewald, served as her maid of honor, while her sisters Jana, Jill, Joy, and Johannah, along with her sister-in-law Anna Duggar, were bridesmaids.
Jeremy Vuolo asked two of Jinger’s brothers, John-David Duggar and Joseph Duggar, and one of her brothers-in-law, Ben Seewald, to serve as his groomsmen.
2. Jinger Duggar’s Father-In-Law Is Chuck Vuolo
When Jinger and Jeremy exchanged vows, the officiant at their wedding was Jeremy’s dad, Chuck Vuolo. Jinger Duggar’s father-in-law, Charles “Chuck” Henry Vuolo, was born on November 6, 1951. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Nyack College before earning a master’s degree in Theology.
Throughout his career, Chuck has served as a pastor at various churches in Pennsylvania. On “The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast,” Jinger’s father-in-law also discussed working as a minister among excommunicated members of the Amish community.
3. Jinger Duggar’s Mother-In-Law Is Diana Vuolo
On June 19, 1982, Chuck Vuolo married his wife, Diana Salamon. Jinger Duggar’s mother-in-law was born on July 30, 1955. In 1980, Diana graduated from the Philadelphia College of Performing Arts with a Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance.
On “The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast,” Jinger’s mother-in-law discussed growing up in an abusive household and how playing the violin gave her a voice and helped her build relationships that allowed her to leave that situation, sharing, “It was my way of survival.” Diana was also a professional violinist and taught students through private violin lessons for the past four decades.
Diana and her husband, Chuck, became parents in March 1984. They welcomed twin girls, Angela and Valerie. Sadly, Angela was stillborn. The following year, the couple welcomed their son, Charles Anthony Vuolo, in October 1985. The couple’s youngest child, Jeremy Joseph Vuolo, joined the family in September 1987.
Along with being a mother, Diana is a proud grandmother of three, Jeremy and Jinger’s kids: Felicity, Evangeline, and Finnegan.
4. Jinger Duggar’s Sister-In-Law Is Valerie Vuolo
Following in her mother’s footsteps, Jinger Duggar’s sister-in-law, Valerie Vuolo, is an accomplished violinist who began playing at just four years old. She later earned a Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance from the Hartt School of Music in 2006.
In addition to her musical background, Valerie works as an audio producer and engineer while also offering private violin lessons. She was also part of Jinger Duggar’s wedding, serving as a bridesmaid during the 2016 ceremony.
5. Jinger Duggar’s Brother-In-Law Is Charles Vuolo
Jeremy’s older brother is Charles “Chuck” Vuolo. He works as a filmmaker. He is best known for his 2019 LGBTQ+ film “Lupe.”
Charles also played a key role in Jeremy and Jinger’s wedding, serving as his brother’s best man during the 2016 ceremony. As of now, Jeremy remains the only Vuolo sibling to be married and have children.
While many fans were first introduced to the Vuolo family through Jinger and Jeremy’s relationship, their story extends far beyond the Duggar spotlight. With roots in ministry, music, and creative careers, the Vuolo family continues to stand out as a unique branch of the Duggar extended family.
