When it comes to the Duggars, there's been a lot of controversy over the years. After all, many of their beliefs have come into question, and between Josh Duggar and his dad, Jim Bob Duggar, there have been plenty of scandals and sketchy behavior to go around. But as much as fans love to hate the Duggar family, in some ways, they love to love them too. Plenty of people are still totally hooked on Counting On, and for good reason: This family is absolutely fascinating.
From the adorable grandkids constantly being born to the way sisters such as Jill and Jinger have been rebelling, the Duggars have kept us totally enthralled by everything they're doing. We can't help it! And we can't see that changing any time soon.
Read on for all the reasons people secretly love the Duggar family, even if they pretend they don't. Something tells us we'll never be able to quit following along with them either.
We Watched Them Grow Up
When 19 Kids & Counting first premiered, the Duggars who are now adults and have moved out and started families of their own were still just kids. Over the years, we've watched all 19 of Jim Bob and Michelle's kids grow up and become adults. After keeping up with them this long, are we really going to give up now?
They're Fascinating
Regardless of fans' own opinions on the Duggars' beliefs and lifestyle, there's no doubt that the way they live is different than what many of us are used to. From the way they court to the fact that few people know what it's like to grow up in such a big family, following the Duggars is intriguing, to say the least.
The Grandkids Are Adorable
Fans can say what they want about the Duggars, but no one can deny that the grandkids that have been born over the last several years are crazy cute. We love watching them grow up just like we watched their parents grow up and come into their own. And there is no shortage of little ones to follow, as new babies are constantly coming into the family.
One Word: Jana
We definitely need to find out what's going to happen to Jana in the future. As the oldest daughter in the family who is still not married, we are so curious to see if she ever moves out and who the person she'll finally marry will be. After waiting for the perfect person, we have no doubt Jana will pick someone amazing.
Jill Coming Into Her Own
Statistically, with that many kids in the Duggar family, at least one of them was bound to break away. As it turns out, that kid is Jill. Over the last couple of years, she's really come into her own as she has figured out the way she wants to live her life, independently from her parents.
The Drama From Derick Dillard
Aside from watching Jill's rebellion, we're definitely interested in all the dark secrets that her husband, Derick Dillard, is always willing to spill about his in-laws. We have a feeling he's not going to be done exposing Jim Bob any time soon – and we need to know all the details.
Amy's Criticisms of the Duggars
Though cousin Amy has never tried to pretend that she shares her family's beliefs, lately she seems to be more and more willing to criticize them publicly. She'll sometimes slip critiques into conversation in a sneaky way, such as in her Instagram captions and comments. We love finding out what her true opinions are.
They Genuinely Love Each Other
There's no doubt that the Duggars are a family who honestly loves each other. They've all remained so close as they get older, and every time a new baby joins the family it's a big celebration — even though Jim Bob and Michelle already have nearly 20 grandchildren. It's sweet to witness that kind of love in action.
They Give Us Style Inspiration
We get so much style inspiration from the older Duggar girls, especially the ones who have started wearing pants, like Jinger and Jill. They're always so busy with their kiddos, but somehow, they find the time to look cute every day. How do they do it?! We need tips.
The Friendship Between Sisters
Even though all the older Duggar girls are off doing their own thing these days — and Jinger is living far away from everyone else in Los Angeles — the Duggar sisters have stayed close, which is so sweet.
Duggar Weddings
There are few things more entertaining than a Duggar wedding, and the fact that there's always a Counting On special to watch every time someone gets married is just icing on the (wedding) cake. We love seeing these massive affairs and the way the family always manages to pull them off.
The Girls Are Hair Goals
We've always been envious of the Duggar girls' hair. It's always been super long and thick, and it always looks healthy. Plus, they are so good at the perfect curling iron curls. Even as Jill and Jinger have been more likely to cut their hair and color it, we're still loving their fresh looks.
Jinger's Rebellion
Sure, Jinger isn't the only rebel in the family these days. But she was the first to start wearing pants and taking more control over her life by living in a way that wouldn't have fit into her parents' rules when she was living under their roof. It's been so much fun to watch her grow.
The Birth Specials
As much as we love the wedding specials, we've gotta give a shout out to the Counting On birth specials too. Almost every time a new baby joins the family, we get to see an inside look at the birth, which is really awesome — especially because more and more Duggar births are taking place in hospitals instead of at home.
Joy-Anna's YouTube Channel
Though Joy and Austin have stopped filming for Counting On as much, they've started their own YouTube channel, and it's actually better than watching their segments on the TV show. This way, we get a much more personal look into their lives, and they both seem more comfortable.
Jinger's Life in Los Angeles
Because Jinger talked about wanting to live in a big city from the time she was a teenager on 19 Kids & Counting, it's pretty cool to see her get her wish. She and Jeremy's life in Los Angeles has been so interesting to follow, and we always want to eat at all the restaurants she shares on Instagram.
The Mystery of Anna & Josh
After Josh's many scandals, things haven't been quite the same between him and Anna, and we have so many questions. For example: Are they actually living in a warehouse on Jim Bob and Michelle's property? And how does he make his money? We have to keep tabs on the Duggars in the hopes that these mysteries are finally solved in the future.
Who Else Will Rebel?
The youngest Duggars are getting older, and we have to wonder who will be the next to join Jinger and Jill in their rebellion. That means we have to keep watching Counting On and keeping up with the fam on social media because we have a feeling the rebellion drama is just beginning, and we can't wait.
