What Jon and Kate Gosselin’s 8 Kids Look Like Now — Before & After Photos

From diaper duty on national television to college dorm tours on TikTok, the Gosselin kids have come a long way since "Jon & Kate Plus 8" made them household names — but what do they look like now?

It's been over 15 years since viewers first met Jon and Kate Gosselin's eight children — twins Maddy and Cara, and sextuplets Alexis, Hannah, Aaden, Collin, Leah, and Joel. The family's hit reality show documented their early years in extraordinary detail, but after the cameras stopped rolling, many of the kids took very different paths.

Some remained in the public eye, while others retreated from it entirely. From career moves and college life to personal conflicts and public statements, here's what each of the Gosselin kids looks like now and where they've ended up.

1. Madelyn 'Mady' Gosselin – Before

As one of the eldest siblings in the Gosselin family, Maddy grew up in the spotlight from a young age. She was known early on for her confident personality, and by the time she was 16, she had already started thinking about a future in the public eye.

"I would love to perform in some way. And I feel like I could write some sort of memoir already," she revealed.

After

Now in her 20s, Maddy has remained relatively private, only sharing glimpses of her life on social media. However, in 2023, she briefly returned to headlines after addressing allegations made by her estranged brother, Collin.

In a rare public response, she revealed that they no longer had a relationship and claimed she had distanced herself from him due to serious personal concerns, including past physical threats and differences in values.

She emphasized that she had witnessed behavior she could not condone and had made the decision to protect herself and her family by cutting ties. Now 22, she has chosen to focus on values like kindness and acceptance as she continues building a life away from the reality TV cameras.

2. Cara Gosselin – Before

Known for being more reserved than her twin sister, Cara often kept her thoughts to herself growing up. "Cara holds more inside, but she processes it in her own way," her mother shared.

While Maddy was more outspoken, Cara found comfort in the quieter moments, often seen with the family dog, Shoka, by her side. Despite this, at 16, she was already looking ahead to the future, expressing a desire to go far from home for college and pursue a career in medicine.

After

After graduating from Fordham University in 2023 with dual majors in mathematics and economics, she took a professional path rooted in numbers and analysis.

She now works as a leasing credit officer at Bank of America, where she supports the healthcare, education, and not-for-profit sectors. Before stepping into that role, she worked in global renewable energy credit, building experience in credit risk analysis across key industries.

Though she tends to keep a lower profile than some of her siblings, Cara is a regular presence on her mother's Instagram, where fans occasionally catch up with her latest milestones and family moments.

3. Alexis Gosselin – Before

Alexis was known early on for her playful personality and deep love of animals. As a child, she fondly recalled visiting a wildlife park during one episode of the family's show, saying, "I'm definitely going to work with animals someday."

After

Now a teenager, Alexis makes occasional appearances on her mother's social media, including featured moments on TikTok and Instagram.

4. Hannah Gosselin – Before

Back when the Gosselin kids were still filming regularly, Hannah stood out as the nurturing one among the younger siblings. Kate once referred to her as "the mother" of the group, noting how naturally she stepped into a caregiving role.

Hannah looked up to her older sisters and embraced their influence — especially when it came to style. After cutting her signature long hair in her teen years, she said she loved her new look, "especially when it's in curls."

After

Now older, Hannah has carved out a public presence of her own. She has an Instagram page where she shares personal moments, travel photos, and glimpses into her daily life.

She also appears to have maintained a close bond with her father, Jon, who frequently shares photos of their time on his social media. From holiday snapshots to family events, Hannah and Jon's connection remains a visible part of his updates.

5. Aaden Gosselin – Before

As a child, Aaden was the poster boy of adorable thanks to his glasses and inquisitive nature. He also shared a close bond with the family's German shepherd, Mak.

In a 2016 Instagram post, Kate shared an adorable photo of the two sitting side by side, writing that Aaden and Mak were "especially inseparable" and calling the moment "so precious."

After

Fast forward to 2025, and Aaden is officially all grown up. He recently celebrated his 21st birthday alongside several of his siblings and his mom, who shared a smiling group photo from the family outing.

6. Collin Gosselin – Before

Collin's journey has been very different from that of his siblings. Back in 2017, Kate shared that he faced "educational and social challenges" and had been enrolled in a program designed to help him develop essential life skills.

At the time, she explained that the separation from him was deeply painful, saying, "There is a huge hole in our family without him here." Still, she emphasized that placing him in the program was a necessary step, describing it as an investment in his future and his potential.

After

In the years that followed, Collin became increasingly vocal about his experience growing up in the public eye — particularly his relationship with his mother.

In 2024, he alleged that Kate had mistreated him as a child, even claiming that she zip-tied his arms and legs and locked him in a basement. The accusations cast a harsh spotlight on their strained relationship. Kate, through her attorney, denied any intentional harm.

His claims were not isolated. Over time, both Jon, whom Kate divorced in 2009, and Hannah also made statements that echoed Collin's criticism of Kate, creating a family divide that has played out, at times, in the public eye.

Then tension did not go unnoticed by netizens, as one person commented on one of Kate's recent posts, "Wow I guess the other 2 aren't yours anymore? SMH." Another shared, "Where's Collin?" while a third typed, "Almost like you're missing a couple." Someone else asked, "Where's Collin and Hannah?"

Today, Collin has a notable social media presence and a growing following. Through his posts, he continues to share pieces of his personal story.

7. Leah Gosselin – Before

The smallest of the sextuplets, Leah used to joke about the struggles that came with her petite frame. "It's not fun being the smallest always," she said in 2017, lamenting that her small feet made it hard to swap shoes with her sisters.

But growing up had its perks too — she happily shared, "Today I got to wear lip gloss and nail polish!"

After

These days, Leah has embraced young adulthood and shares pieces of her life through a TikTok account. Her content often features fun updates about college, dorm life, and the books that have shaped her identity.

8. Joel Gosselin – Before

Back in 2017, Joel and his brother Aaden were the only two boys regularly featured at home, and both were still hopeful the reality show would continue. Like many kids his age, Joel wore glasses and had braces — something he eventually grew out of as he got older.

After

In 2019, Kate shared a celebratory Instagram post marking a milestone moment for Joel — the day he got his braces off. Surrounded by snacks and a custom cake at what she called a "Gosselin braces off party," Joel smiled widely for the camera. Years later, he's grown into a handsome young man.

From childhood fame to adulthood in the public and private eye, Jon and Kate Gosselin's eight kids have each taken their own path. While some maintain close ties and others have distanced themselves, their stories continue to unfold — often with the spotlight never far behind.