Collin Gosselin Addresses Being Institutionalized Twice (Exclusive)

Collin Gosselin exclusively chats with ET's Kevin Frazier about being institutionalized and where he stands with his family.
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[@tolulola7680]

I nearly cried when he said, "it's supposed to be me and you", and his mum totally dismissed it. Honestly, Kate was a uniquely horrible person. 😥😥😥

[@mommag6978]

I wish I could say she was unique. But as the daughter of a narcissist sociopath mother, I can tell you she’s not. This poor young man…

[@SomethingSomethingg]

What really pisses me off is Kate is so narcissistic that despite the fact that there is numerous instances of her treating Colin, particularly horrible if she just denies and denies and denies and cannot see that she is a bad mother. She's so convinced of her own perfection that if Collin has any issues it's squarely Jon's fault.

[@tolulola7680]

@@mommag6978 😥 so sorry dear. 💕🤗 Poor guy indeed. I truly hope he's as adjusted as he comes across. 🙏🏽

[@tolulola7680]

@@SomethingSomethingg it's mind boggling when people lack such self awareness and are so self righteous. She singlehandedly originated the whole "Karen" ethos; I wonder if she knows this, and if she does, I wonder if she realizes just how damning it is. 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ruwitze4450]

You're much nicer with your adjectives describing Kate than I am. I have no use for a woman who has eight kids and then makes life all about herself. As a mother, you're supposed to put your family first, not yourself.

[@lisadunk323]

The funny thing is this, Collin out of all his siblings can articulate and carry a interview like a grown man with such grace and integrity. His mother should be ashamed of herself. The world loves you Collin. We all have your back.

[@piroshk1968]

thats what being the scapegoat/black sheep of the family does to you honestly

[@heatherscott2709]

❤❤

[@unadamalatina1878]

I feel it's because he is allowed to say whatever is on his mind. As opposed to his siblings that are micromanaged by their mother.

[@chantal92]

Agreed, he is highly eloquent and seems very intelligent.

[@yopeter101]

Exactly!and his mom labeled him with Special needs

[@keeper6458]

"Ohhhhh! It's a mama bear and her baby. Where's everyone else?" For some reason.. That absolutely crushed me.. What a horrible mom... Im so proud of this young man...He is going far in his life. Much love 💛

[@Lisa_Uncensored]

Right? I was like wtf that was just something special between them and she had to ruin it

[@chrispleasantable]

I just pray that one Collin will come to know Jesus

[@dominiquelewis]

I felt the same, she saw them as a product where he wanted to show his bond to her. Ugh makes me sick

[@sshaw4429]

That’s what I thought….he looked soooo dejected. Broke my heart. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MarsHouse6166]

She only watches out for herself. Those poor kids. I’m so glad Jon rescued him!!

[@tracyeilers678]

For a high school age child he is SO well spoken. His mother definitely can’t take any credit for that! She is nothing other than a monster.

[@shan4145]

What did she do? I use to love that family show though

[@happyfan7984]

@@shan4145 She abandoned Collin.

[@conniepitts8392]

@@shan4145 had him locked up in a mental hospital.....

[@recuerdos2457]

Mom has become like a Hollywood star, wow, so much change that I barely recognize her

[@sambun6394]

dang, i’m 21 and i thought he had graduated. smart cookie.

[@joanjenny926]

His mother is a narcissist and Colin was a scapegoat not unusual for a narcissist to do. I wish him nothing but the best and my heart hurts for all the pain and rejection he has endured. Peace to the World.

[@pamelamac2879]

I did think that clip of his gifting Kate a Momma Bear and cub, and her awful reaction, was a prime example of to the core scarring. Kate needs to recognize that and regret it forever. I was raised by a “Kate”, and that moment for him got me 💔

[@katieconnor1024]

@@pamelamac2879 I cringed when I saw that.

[@alexandrakiger1114]

I always had a feeling that she was a mentally ill person. A bully.

[@V.E.R.O.]

Yeah, that's the impression I got. She has turned his siblings against him.

[@taffycat93]

Who the hell are YOU to judge?!

[@helenturgeon403]

That poor kid. It's bad enough his mother abandons him, but to make sure his siblings stay away as well? That's beyond cruel. My heart just broke for him.

[@Lucca_1313]

From the way Kate has talked about Colin, I'm guessing she told the other kids he's problematic, troubled, and to stay away. Very sad.

[@KellyS_77]

It’s narcissistic personality disorder.

[@mackthenight5751]

Kate is the original Karen!!

[@sportsman4545]

Believe me, there are evil people out there who pretend to love people but really don't. They are covert narcs and extremely dangerous. Best to joyfully love those that reciprocate. Give outwardly to others and love will come to you in abundance. You can't fix narcissists.

[@sportsman4545]

@@KellyS_77 covert. The worse kind.

[@tamiella8354]

Kate's comment on the momma and baby bear gift.....broke my heart! His little voice explaining the meaning, so sweet and genuine. The gift was to symbolize them as mother and son and she could care less. So sad!

[@iluvhorseys95]

She acted like he was stupid and it was a dumb gift 😞😒 glad someone else noticed!

[@Redeemedifyme]

Thank you these were my exact thoughts! She like had to put him down for doing something so sweet. He’s probably better off without having a relationship with her at this point, she seems very toxic.

[@ashleyhobson1414]

Exactly smh just horrible

[@bluedragon4]

she's the definition of a C U Next Tuesday.

[@jay_ooh]

I totally commented about it up further....she couldn't just give him a moment of individualism...had to keep making him "one of..."

[@catb6876]

Wow he's so emotionally mature and well spoken. So saddened that he's had to go through all of this. Being institutionalized as a minor is beyond terrifying and seeing his notes in crayon made me tear up.

[@aliamjon4423]

Makes me ask why

[@JessaJayVlogs]

He’s clearly very intelligent, and has a great work ethic. The maturity involved to not use the interview to harbor/highlight anger the wrongdoings of his mom, but instead to talk about his future plans is astounding for someone his age. Heck...for anyone who’s gone through abandonment by a parent. Mad respect for him!

[@gjeniazelia388]

He's way better than Brittany's son that's for sure. He should be ashamed of himself bashing his mom when the money stopped coming in.

[@kathleendobens6648]

@@gjeniazelia388 where was that interview is like to see that

[@lbpalexcool1]

@@gjeniazelia388 Exactly!! and his Dad put it on social media for the world to see.. Dad is trash!

[@heatherbeaubrun9135]

@@kathleendobens6648 I didn't see an interview, but saw a video he made... maybe a tik tok, but I can't remember for sure.. he put her down pretty bad, saying she's posting stuff seeking attention, along with some other stuff... it was definitely NOT NICE

[@MariasFaith]

Yes he is a Warrior to be standing strong from all he went through. I'm happy he has some family by his side. I believe he will navigate Life good I hope so 🙏 usually the black sheep sometimes does better in the family.

[@samlovespi]

I know Collin said it didn't matter that Kate didn't show up to the custody hearing, but I'm sure that cut deep. What a way to tell your own kid that you don't want them. Heartbreaking.

[@Tapiokapuddin]

I agree, but I'm sure he was just happy that the process of him getting out of the institution was only sped up by her absence

[@ashash2088]

Don’t put words in ppls mouths that’s not what he said at all 😂

[@kaitmadrid8125]

When she opened that gift and he was like “it’s me and you” and she responded with “where’s everybody else?”. That says it’s all what kind of mother she was to him and how she’s feels about him compared to his other siblings. He’s better off without her.

[@m_n_a_b]

My heart ached at that part. It's so sad. He put thought into that gift and selected it because it was a mama bear with her cub and it reminded him of himself with his mom. He chose to gift it to her as something special to cherish and remind her of their relationship. Her response was cold, unloving, criticizing and sent the message that he chose a bad gift and she didn't appreciate it. Kids choose gifts from the heart when they choose something like that. She shattered it. She's a monster and I didn't like her attitude even back when I watched the show as a teenager. My heart goes out to Collin and all of his siblings and to Jon. She was always awful to him, too. She's a narcissist, for sure.

[@faith4jesus]

That’s why I quit watching the show. She is selfish and verbally abusive.

[@herlytorres2848]

That was a hateful response from a so called mother, she never loved him, he probably reminded her of her ex husband.

[@lorithrower2467]

It was hard to watch her at anytime but she started at the worst and just got more and more HORRIBLE. She is so easy to hate. 💩

[@lotus746]

So cruel 😢

[@SkySkyBaby]

Him getting emotional over his siblings made me cry. I was emotional with him in that moment. You’re not alone! ❤

[@nekolita9326]

5 or 6 years without conversation w siblings is hard. This kid went through it, props to him for coming out okay.

[@Ericsmelody]

Exactly! He misses them :-(

[@farzaslasher422]

My heart breaks for him that he was made a scapegoat happy he’s come out strong

[@RealLifeIronMan]

Collin is blamed by his siblings for the show getting canceled. In fact, Collin pointing out the abuse by his mother got the show canceled. However, it is unfair his siblings have held this grudge towards him. At least Hannah is still there for him.

[@XotilweOdi]

@@RealLifeIronManoh For real ?? Why would the mom treat two of them wrong but the rest right and have them against their brother?

[@RealLifeIronMan]

@@XotilweOdi Kate was very stressed raising 8 kids. Collin was filmed pretty much from the time he was born. Eventually, Collin became sick of being filmed and made filming him difficult. Collin was a normal child who just wanted privacy and attention from his mom. Kate became frustrated with Collin making filming difficult and took out her all her other frustrations on him; as Collin was the most obvious "problem child."

[@SusieQZee]

Kate judging the thoughtful gift from her son is heart breaking. I can’t imagine what she’s raised the other children to think of Collin and Hannah.

[@melanie83076]

That bothered me too.

[@filmzen281]

That part KILLED me

[@alibhg3063]

Yeah I remember that. I do like Kate but I don't agree with everything she does. Just because she has 8 kids doesn't mean they have to be grouped together with every gift, but I bet if Hannah gave her that she would have been crying.

[@OfficialGrizzly]

@@alibhg3063She definitely would’ve cried if Aiden or Joel made her that gift. It’s obvious that they’re both her favorites compared to poor Collin 😞

[@megk.161]

I feel the same--she couldn’t just hug him and tell him she appreciated the sweet gift??? That’s a cold mother.

[@suechavez2275]

Collin is a very well spoken young man. My heart goes out to him for how his Mother treated him.

[@AnastasiaBeaverhousn]

Well spoken?? Is he supposed to be ghetto 🙄🤡

[@heatherkelly1484]

@@AnastasiaBeaverhousn why go there? I'm thinking they more than likely meant that his answers were well thought out and he still speaks well of all family members, that's so much more than his mother ever did.

[@steph903]

Yesss!! Mental institution whyy??!! Love to see him and Hannah thriving

[@lkjone24]

@@AnastasiaBeaverhousn most people haven’t heard him speak since he was a little kid. It’s not “going there” in the way you’re trying to imply. I was surprised at his poise too. It’s surprising to see /hear him as a grown up!

[@TheBschmitty]

@@AnastasiaBeaverhousn I had the same thought as Sue, and from my point of view I am comparing him to my experience with people his age. I remember most kids in high school stumbling on their words and being nervous to speak in front of others. I think he is very eloquent for his age. It’s meant as a compliment.

[@ShalomUSA]

Bless his sweet soul. Praying for healing. ❤

[@kingworm7168]

Ending a relationship with a parent is never easy. I hope for healing for Collin and his siblings

[@Dusk1962]

@K J so does not mean they cannot have a relationship with their brother.

[@surlywithfabshoes]

I just hope he never speaks to her again. He was very diplomatic in his interview. And well-spoken! If I was him and I ran into her somewhere I’d look the other way and not acknowledge her at all.

[@nancydiehl296]

“If we met again someday”…. that really broke my heart for him. I can’t imagine a child saying that about their mother.

[@kimsireech2015]

Yeah me too .

[@user-lq9es6wm9s]

Right omg that broke my heart. I’d never let my son miss me like this :(

[@saraschneider6781]

Clearly he isn't trying to make that happen.

[@Mvill1]

Gosh, he is just so lucky that he is not around that toxic woman anymore!

[@kjn-v1m]

Collin, if you are reading this - just know despite how you’ve been treated and the experiences you had to experience, just know - continuing to have a positive mindset can get you far in life. No matter how your mom treated you - good or bad, and same with your dad, you have nothing but nice things to say and that says a lot about your personality. No ill intentions or mean thoughts, shows how strong you are. Also the fact that out of everything you discussed, you got emotional talking about how much you love your siblings is amazing. Yes your parents are your parents and will be there forever, but you can’t forget the bond between your own siblings is just as strong. Keep working hard, don’t push yourself too much, know your boundaries & remind yourself to slow down if you’re balancing too much. Always take care of yourself, but always strive to be the best you can 💓

[@JazzyB9481]

It's very telling that Kate didn't show up to the custody hearing and never reached out to him after sending him away. My heart hurts.. but through all of this, I'm so grateful that Collin and Hannah had each other and that Jon provided a stable home for them. It broke my heart when Collin started crying talking about his other siblings. He shows a lot of emotional maturity and I'm so proud of him for standing tall after everything he overcame. 💜

[@saraschneider6781]

Colin clearly didn't want to see him and she knew Jon would throw a tantrum.

[@jhOO7]

She isn't the definition of unconditional love as his biological mom. More like a gestational carrier.

[@Mona939.]

Seriously I wonder if she reached out when he got in a car accident? As a mother idk how you could push your kids away

[@saraschneider6781]

@@Mona939. she probably didn't even know about it.

[@isarose3136]

He does indeed seem emotionally mature. I wasn't that together til I was like 35!

[@kimberlydelano6254]

What a mature and gracious interview. That young man could have taken the opportunity to blame and criticize his parents endlessly to the world (especially his mother). Instead he simply stood up for himself and focused on his future. I hope and pray that all the Goslin kids can come together and support each other as adults.

[@ruwitze4450]

As a mom and grama, I have my not so very nice opinions of Kate. How could she destroy those sibling relationships? Maybe I'm just weird, but to me my children's relationship with each other is of utmost important. I want all my kids to love and cherish each other.

[@MajesticalHonky]

That's probably his father's influence.

[@SoulReaperSlayer19]

You can tell he wanted to by the way he pauses alittle, he’s a smart guy so I’m sure he knows that if he were to do that, it would just reinforce the ill feelings his mother is pushing between him and his siblings

[@weemoweh]

When he composed himself after getting emotional thinking of his siblings and said "can you re-ask the question"... he's more mature than both parents put together.

[@LaraCroftEyes1]

No, it has to do with Kate having to have her way or she will cut people out of her life for good.

[@sheilafinnerty2232]

To be institutionalized by your mom with no direct reason as why and say you still want a relationship with her shows empathy most adults can’t comprehend. Marines should be proud to have you! Rooting for you Collin!

[@mmanda515]

I don't agree with or like the majority of things Kate said/did, but... to be absolutely fair, Collin had long term behavior, diagnosed opposition defiance & more. Kate could not have gotten him into inpatient care without many doctor, specialist & psychologists making that decision. Jon wasnt' around for any of the kids after they split... until he went & got Collin. Jon has also had issues & dealt w/ bouts of violence, etc. from Collin since he's been there too. Collin, at his young age wanting to ignore or dismiss the issues he's had & has, not good either, imho. I think all of them are wrong, personally. Kate is no angel but imho did the best she could trying to raise those 8 kids totally on her own. Jon was off, worried about "Jon" & Collin was probably, for all we know, right where he should've been. I mean, seems the treatment somewhat helped him be who he's becoming. It sucks for all 8 kids, most of all.

[@xoemilyannexo]

@@mmanda515 you should look into the troubled teen industry. With money you absolutely can lock your kid up for no reason. Paris Hilton actually has a campaign about it. That’s not to say Collin didn’t have behavioral issues, but Oppositional Defiant Disorder usually comes down to bad parenting. Sounds like Collin was the scapegoat child. If she really wanted to rehabilitate him she would have attended family therapy, not dumped him and not visit for years. She also refused to tell Jon where he was.

[@Steph-yz4tn]

@@mmanda515 the way she treated Colin at a young age did not help him. I think the damn show, the divorce, and Kate being a horrible narcissist who never had a nice thing to say to Colin all contributed to his diagnosis.

[@charliejoson9145]

@@Steph-yz4tn - and yet there are still people who defend Kate [some on Instagram] and strangers diagnosing Collin's behavior like they're perfect doctors smh

[@SherriLyle80s]

@@mmanda515 he had ODD? Oh man... That's tough. I have an ADHDer and it's a roller coaster. Cannot imagine ODD. That is ADHD x 10. So sad she sent him away though.

[@nicolen3146]

I cannot believe this young man is 18 years old. So mature, so well spoken & put together. Wow wishing him all the best ❤

[@wonderingwildling2598]

Because he was raised by his father..

[@annielehnhardt_kolakowski5818]

Don't cry Collin. It will be okay one day.

[@annielehnhardt_kolakowski5818]

"I think Jon and Kate ruined my family." 😔 😢

[@JenniferASchiltz-it8cz]

He is away from his mother. Wasn't for his father taking full costody Be mentally lonie from the B mother possibly kept Collin in a institution so she doesn't deal with him for long time come. The forgotten kid doesn't exist no longer in life. These places do this really happening. Then abuse comes with institution as a prison time life

[@ivavines7097]

Therapy.

[@anicholeRL9861]

His sweet gift to her, showing he saw her as mama bear and he was her baby bear… but she asked where everyone else was… that broke my heart. Even with several siblings, each one of them deserves to feel like they are baby bear and that mama bear is right there ti defend and protect them.

[@lorir5728]

She does not deserve him. Kate is a pig. Couldn't stand her then and can't stand her now. I wish all her karma is hitting her in the face

[@marzdabull]

that hurt me too. She wasn't even touched by it. If my son got me something like that, I would have been bawling my eyes out.

[@mariec3527]

Exactly she just loved to flaunt how she's this strong independent single mom So she can never not be that because that's how she gets her praise she so absolutely craves

[@neversaygoodbye4]

That got me too! I used to get my dad a T-Shirt every year for Father’s Day, and one year I wasn’t able to but I found a nice pen that said “#1 dad” on it and i was excited to give it to him. He opened it and liked it but then said “where’s my t shirt?” Oh, that crushed my little spirit! I cried and he apologized and felt bad about it for a long time! He was a great dad though! ❤

[@RachelXKnight666]

I hated it when that episode aired and it still pisses me off

[@narutosbelievin]

He seems like a very mature young man! You go Colin! We’re all rooting for you!

[@lindahart4796]

He's handsome too. Nice kid.

[@cecemavon7557]

The fact that he held this interview with such composure just goes to show how well he’s been raised by Jon. Glad his sister can be a female figure in his life in his mom’s absence. Such a mature kid and hope he doesn’t carry much weight on his shoulders. He’s going to do well in life.

[@jcyensen1236]

He has only been with dad for 3 years. Jon did not raise him nor did he support the children financially all those years. They were small when they divorced for this child to speak or know intelligently what happened back then.

[@ryleerobinson7898]

@@jcyensen1236 His ‘mom’ abused him and his dad pulled him out of a hard place. Feeding and clothing Collin, yes she met that obligation, but she abused and mistreated him. He could’ve turned out far different if his father didn’t put in the ACTUAL work.

[@IslanderloverBKK]

@@jcyensen1236 Why are you invalidating those 3 years? Collin started healing in those 3 years, that's the time he felt he's loved and cared for.

[@liesascott5414]

He wasn't raised by John but by Kate until he was twelve. John should have OFFERED to help and step in long before that! For the most part John was no where to be found.

[@nicolebrooks8032]

@@liesascott5414 because of kate

[@lenisecastro2835]

That poor child. So well spoken, calm, at a good place. I pray for his dreams to come true. Poor guy 😢

[@user-yu3ci4sl8v]

He has much more head on his shoulders than his “mother” and a purer heart too 👍❤️ I wish him all the best in this life 🍀❤️

[@ellaova]

This just proves how exploitative and opportunistic the mental health industry is that he was even ACCEPTED into permanent care away from his family when he had no discernable issue. Yes, I'll take your money and child!!!

[@laurenmay2098]

She probably didn’t hug him as a young child in need of mother and son’s time, I made many mistakes, but kids wanted their relationship with their parents to be unique no matter how many siblings you got.

[@amyd316]

Collin is more mature then both his parents!! He turned out to be a responsible, loving, and caring young man!! I can't believe Kate has gone this long without talking to her son!! I don't know how she can just ignore him like that!! Hang in there Collin!! We are behind you 100%

[@angelaholmes8888]

Not surprised that kate isn't speaking to her son she's such a narcissist

[@amyd316]

@@angelaholmes8888 Yeah she is!! I hate Kate!!

[@LaraCroftEyes1]

Lets face it the Twins and Sextuplets are more mature then their parents.

[@amyd316]

@@LaraCroftEyes1 True!!

[@mrkennedy4394]

She doesn't talk to him because he doesn't feed her narcissistism so she got rid of him. God I hope his siblings reach out to him. They don't need their mums permission to talk to him.

[@deisygarcia6340]

The way she questioned the mama bear statue was saddening 😢 he just wanted a little separate connection with her. And her not showing up to court or even reaching out after putting him in that place says it all. 💔❤️‍🩹

[@j4kgang921]

Awww YES I JUST SAW THAT CLIP AND OMG I THOUGHT THE SAME THING !!! LIKE HOW SAD. MAYBE HE JUST WANTED HIM AMD HER TIME✔✔🙏💙💙💙❤

[@debraneil2299]

I thought that too about the little statue.. I yelled at the tv.. you HORRIBLE HAG... he's is so sweet and smart.. im glad he's with his Dad.

[@corlenajames1381]

That was so awful smh

[@kingmary2268]

Incredible amount of emotional maturity. Wish him the best

[@VioletJoy]

Wow. Collin really comes across as a very intelligent, emotionally healthy, well grounded young man. He speaks more maturely than many adults I know and doesn't seem to hold any anger about his situation. Of course we don't know all that happened, but it's heartbreaking to think of the children being splintered.

[@Twintorch]

What happened was "Kate" was trying to make her family like the Kardashians. She just wanted the money and more of it! "She's the Real MONSTER in the family!"

[@lindaallebach4285]

I totally agree 💛 KATE was / is a control freak

[@awg7068]

She always seemed very off to me. This is why her photo is the Karen Archetype.

[@Twintorch]

@@awg7068 Lol Soo fitting!!

[@comenowletusreason6330]

She was always a monster.

[@captbarnes]

Seeing the letter he wrote to Jon begging him to take him out of that environment is absolutely heartbreaking. No child should have to go through that.

[@keepyoureyeswideopen]

that letter makes me cry every time i see it.

[@gennaclark498]

This young man shows absolutely no form of disability at all. Kate said he was different, wasn’t like the other kids, was difficult etc. I see a very intelligent young man. Very well spoken and polite. Has some pretty awesome goals of wanting to be a marine and to be a dad someday. He’s working and in highschool with the goal of graduating. He’s also capable enough and responsible enough to be driving. The accident was just that an accident. Im failing to see why he needed to be institutionalized not once but twice. Shame on her for ruining those kids relationships with one another. This whole interview breaks my heart.

[@MOTS411]

I’m betting on Oppositional Defiance Disorder or something is what she tried to get him labeled with. You know she can’t handle anyone who butts heads with her. Collin is smart and headstrong. As a narcissist that Kate is she couldn’t deal with a non conforming child.

[@-norsecode-]

Do you truly think a disability has to be observable at all times, especially on a short video? Who are you to be able to distinguish between disability and not? How narrow minded of you.

[@jaytotheell]

he may have just matured. maybe there was something wrong with him at a younger age. who knows? he sure was sent away quickly though.

[@ronnie8984]

@@MOTS411 yeah, it sounds to me like he was the black sheep because he was starting to identify the issues with the family dynamic. Eventually another one of his siblings is going to be ostracized. I think one by one they’re going to see the big picture.

[@rdpaik]

Unfortunately, she probably gave him an ultimatum and he defied her. And nobody gets to defy her without repercussions. The only other one was Hannah, although I’m shocked Maddie and Kate somehow got along (Maddie seems to have the strongest personality of all the kids, so you would think she would’ve rebelled).

[@DoctorKettleburn]

So much grace and dignity in this young man. Collin achieved such a healthy maturity in spite of his parents, certainly not because of them. Good for you, kiddo.

[@magica1355]

You know whats funny? When they were babies and Kate was talking about their personalities, she always assigned Hannah the description of "little mommy". And I have to say that was actually a very accurate description. Hannah took care of her brother and was there for him when his mother refused to be. Thats family

[@TalesofaHobbyHopper]

I was surprised when Hannah went to live with Jon. She had always been Kate's favorite. We'll probably never know what happened behind the scenes of that fight, but it must've been epic.

[@MadMom4]

@@TalesofaHobbyHopper I think the same exact thing. It had to be epic for the favorite to leave & be shunned. Would love to know what happened.

[@saraschneider6781]

I mean Kate really had no choice.

[@lois2997]

@@TalesofaHobbyHopper I know right

[@KirbyK707]

When I rewatched them show! Hannah was also very close to Jon!

[@jenniboo9441]

Wow. Those notes he wrote John broke my heart. Idk how any mother could be so cruel to her own child

[@-norsecode-]

Narcissists can be incomprehensibly cruel. My mother is one.

[@sashagirl1987]

Kate’s response to Collin when he gave her that precious gift said it ALL! She broke that child’s heart right then and there you could see the hurt all over his face. There’s NO TELLING the types and amount of abuse she put those children through. She is a nasty selfish vile narcissist .Praying for you sweet Collin!🙏🏻 You turned out to be a fine young man. I hope life is always good to you!💕🙏🏻

[@daniellesnyder1244]

I wondered if anyone else caught that. So heartbreaking.

[@I_am_milan]

Yes! Exactly. It went right over her head.

[@saraschneider6781]

There was nothing wrong with her reaction.

[@taz9234]

As a mother I would have never said that. Every child has a special bond with their parent. So so so sad 😭

[@tan9515]

Right, a real mother knows that every child needs individual attention.

[@aimeenichole33]

Man I hope his siblings see this and get in touch with him. I'm one of six kids and when one of us goes through something, we all do. He's got a bright future ahead of him to have overcome so much already.

[@ruwitze4450]

I only have two siblings, but I wish I had more of them. My sister is my best friend and I think of my brother as our protector in life.

[@mychrome]

Some mothers are very good at brainwashing and alienating children from their fathers and other siblings. It should be criminal. It’s abuse.

[@RyahVbby]

One of my hardest struggles was not having a siblings for my daughter. As she grew she wanted one so bad. I don't think I'm able anymore. She's 15, but man I wish I could've given her that. 😣

[@BlindFaith777]

Amen- I cannot wait to see what this very blessed young man accomplishes. ❤

[@tracylove8177]

I bet their controlling mother won't allow them to speak

[@innergirlart]

Collin, you’re an amazing young man. Keep moving forward.

[@tinagilmore6373]

Thank God he wrote his dad that letter! How sad that he was thrown away by his mom. I wish him much success and know he has a wonderful future ahead!

[@saraschneider6781]

Uh he wasn't.

[@TheRealdal]

It’s a shame he was put in that place without his fathers knowledge

[@narib8971]

@@saraschneider6781I mean basically, she sent him to be institutionalized and didn't even show up for his custody hearing. Sounds like a mom who doesn't care

[@LaraCroftEyes1]

Yes, Kate threw Collin away in a mental institution.

[@Somethinglikethat2023]

Collin please know you are loveable and have walked through so much. As you find your path more and more peace is possible.

[@coollollipop1]

I feel very bad for Collin, what his mother did to him is horrible. I hope he is getting a lot of support to deal with all the crap he put up with from his mother. ?She alienated him from his siblings and what a cruel , and awful thing to do. Once they are all mature adults I hope they will see things for what they were and that having a mother who has major problems had nothing to do with them. So happy to hear Collin finally speak up. I wish him all the very best

[@freedom4063]

😥 r the other siblings living with mom and brainwashed?

[@jtz3563]

That's the kind of bs that happens when you have a white parent

[@jenpringle6402]

@@freedom4063 out of 8, 6 are. 2 live with John

[@foxontherun2951]

Shame on her as a mother ! Poor kid , my heart goes out to him

[@freedom4063]

@@jenpringle6402 crazy howtheir not seeing Kate is Kookoo

[@c.r701]

Can you imagine how being taken away from his siblings impacted him. To be locked away being institutionalized. Especially a child was special needs. It seems as if she just couldn't be bothered with him. Thank goodness for his father because that's his heart wrenching.

[@LaraCroftEyes1]

Collin has no special needs Kate lied about Collin having special needs to avoid letting Collin live with his father

[@JTScott1988]

I guarantee it changed his relationships forever. No repairing them.

[@octoberdawn1087]

It doesn't actually state what the special needs were, like it could be legit, but more along the lines of dyslexia, then the mom blew it up & used to it so she could get leverage and find something to manipulate for her agenda. Just like he was saying-- he knew she had an agenda So instead of Mom getting son the resources he needed, she went the way a lot of psycho parents do-- either get you no help at all and lock you up in a room, or they lock you up in an institution- eitherway, brainwashing their scapegoat. I think it's one of the reasons so many of us that do have special needs, get a bad rap just for being alive. It's all the stuff that our psycho parents (and those doctors they pay) 💰💰💰convince other people of.

[@LizzyAlexis]

@@LaraCroftEyes1 That was my first guess as well.

[@julien2912]

He clearly stated in this interview that he does not have special needs. He said that is not the case.

[@IslanderloverBKK]

Kate is the ancestors of all Karens. She was actually okay at the beginning, but when the show started getting bigger, she changed a lot. I've watched and followed their show at that time it aired, even Kate +8. Kate became so manipulative and she started picking on everything Jon did and embarrassing him every chance she gets.

[@colleencanaday2119]

SHAME ON YOU KATE AND JOHN!!! SHAME ON YOU!!!! IT'S THE TWO OF YOU WHO SHOULD HAVE BEEN INSTITUTIONALIZED!!!! ESPECIALLY YOU KATE!!!

[@bernadettesandoval3990]

No, she was a narc from the start, she was able to hide it better in the beginning but as she became more confident in her celebrity, she just let it all out.

[@Cheesymom2cheese]

Very first shows she was bossy and mean, belittling her husband. It was awful

[@matytj5738]

I watched it when it came out and thinking she is really bossy but when she freaked out about her husband buying a faucet it clicked how horrible she is. I never watched the show again and stopped paying attention to anything about them. I felt terrible for the husband and kids.

[@dfangirl72]

If you remember in the beginning of jon & Kate they'd be shown going to church , wearing religious shirts but then they got famous and her bikinis started getting really small .she managed to control their younger siblings so they could keep doing more Kate & 8 episodes .

[@mandynicole10]

What a well spoken, intelligent young man. I wish him the best. Its so sad what he went through.

[@TripNWithRed]

He's grown to be such a kind and intelligent young man. I loved watching the show when they were little and felt terrible for the family when they broke up. It was becoming more clear near the end of the series how aggressive Kate had become. The follow up series raised an eyebrow to her actions and her claims. I feel bad for her ex-husband for the battle to see his kids and for Collin to be institutionalized because his mom needed attention. He's an amazing young man and I'm glad his dad saved him from his unnecessary trauma.

[@b-vQEVXideVFSCfCoFWw]

The mother is a narcissist and put on an act for the show but the truth soon came out

[@amandanicole3999]

He should write a book

[@alisonkegler9513]

Yesssss

[@rachelm.3173]

Definitely

[@patriciagallagher6027]

I'd definitely read it. He's a bright and charming young man. The Marines would be so good for discipline and confidence. Mommy Dearest showed exactly who she was when she belittled her husband by saying he was breathing too hard. Her sickening imitation of him showed exactly who she was. Also when Collin gave her the Momma & Baby Bear and her manipulation to turn it around and make him feel bad. That made me tear up. Collin needs his siblings. Not Kate...

[@FLMegan]

Absolutely

[@saraschneider6781]

Why are you trying to control his life?

[@BookishDark]

I watched them as babies and toddlers while I was a daycare teacher and pregnant with my first baby. Their show was on in the hospital room while I was in labor. Colin was always her “difficult” kid in her eyes. Because he was independent and spoke his mind and didn’t give in to her bullying. Even as a toddler she came up against him so damn hard. None of this is surprising. Aiden was her angelic boy, Joel was her silly love bug - Colin was too aware of his own autonomy for her. And Hannah was always a mini-mama (not kate, just a very mothering little girl) - I’m not surprised she stuck by him. From what I remember, Alexis was also like Colin, so was Maddie, but somehow they were tolerated more - maybe just by being girls Kate saw herself in them? I don’t know. It broke my heart for Colin back then and still does now. I can actually see a clip of him sitting at a little plastic picnic table in their garage or driveway and her being angry at him for being “defiant” in some way (don’t remember) - I remember thinking, “Jesus the kid just needs you to love him and be patient with him.” Hurts my heart to see how much he’s been through. Thank god Jon has been there for him - he probably feels for him a lot.

[@pcbassoon3892]

I was always so worried about Maddie. She was AWFUL to her, with zero regards for a little girl's feelings.

[@claudiah.2935]

Classic scapegoat/black sheep situation. Poor guy 😔

[@JulieMontrose-cr4lj]

I'm so sorry that this child had to go through this! God bless your life with your dad and sister!

[@sharonbohannon1219]

What a kind and well spoken young man. His story isn’t over. He will see his family again. The host was so kind and empathetic. Nice interview. As a mom I can’t imagine how his mother acted so heartless. However whatever his experience was has not seemed to caused any bitterness in him. He’s extraordinary.

[@lamalady57]

@Sharon Bohannon, it doesn't seem that his dad is encouraging him to be bitter, which is more than what can be said of his mother not allowing him and Hannah to communicate with their siblings. It will be sad if when the children are old enough to reunite, Hannah and Colin realize it was a true blessing to be out of her home and sad for those that remained.

[@ABadHairDay]

@@lamalady57 That’s true

[@lnicole2504]

The clip of Collin giving Kate a gift of a mama bear and her cub was so sweet and to me was sending Kate a message, like Collin want's to spend some one on one mommy time with you, and she dismissed him and asked where everyone else was? She just doesn't get it. She has a sensitivity chip missing. If she doesn't have a bond with her son, it isn't because of anything he did. It is her. It has always been her.

[@CritterRnR]

what a well spoken kid..thanks to his dad he's alive, well and educated ..what a sweet kid

[@RayRubiotakesovertheworld]

I remember from watching this show Kate was really crazy. It would be nice to see the kids reunite. And when he spoke of his siblings and started crying I really felt that for him. And I'm sure the other siblings are feeling the same way.

[@lieselotmauroo9808]

Not if they're anything like Kate they're not

[@christinadavison2783]

I am so proud of Collin. He was and is such a sweet kid. He was put through the wringer for sure. I wish him nothing but happiness in his future.

[@lslth2]

My working hard single mother realized we all needed alone time so she would take us each out for dinner one by one, once a month. These dinners stick in my memories the most. Thanks mom! The kids on this show had their childhood stolen and then their sense of family.

[@kholden76]

I was single mom too raising 2 boys. I would take them on their own mommy son dates. Go out to eat and a movie or arcade. Now I have grown men that know how to treat a women ❤❤❤. Glad I was able to give each of them that individual time.

[@dsetgetatme]

Collin and Hannah were my favorite babies out of the bunch! Glad to see them grown up and thriving!!

[@ConnieAmsler]

They are my favorite. correct me if I am wrong. Was Collin the one wore glasses? if so look how cute he is now.❤

[@dennischristopher9952]

I was in a similar situation as him when I was young. Having a narcissistic mother can cause serious mental health issues. I wish him the best. He seems like a good kid that was in a bad home situation

[@nicoleraheem1195]

Same. Luckily he handled it well. I suffer from social anxiety and an hyper active disorder as well as depression.

[@broncotia3125]

I understand. I can relate. I wish u well. It can be a hard road. All the best to u and all those in similar situations ❤

[@dennischristopher9952]

@@broncotia3125 ❤thank you

[@amac6421]

❤️

[@margaritakmp]

Same. It took me until I was 21 to fully understand what had been going on. I hope the kids are able to figure things out in their own time and find their way back to each other eventually

[@jaimeb3317]

He said it best. Without parents involved, it's just me and them. Hopefully this reunion happens for the siblings.

[@all4hisglory510]

What a sweet young man. He seems very well-adjusted. So glad he has peace in his life. When he started crying about his brothers and sisters I lost it. I wish nothing but the best for Collin and all the siblings. ❤

[@HatManNeedsMoney]

He is so well spoken and still won't even say anything bad about his mom. Hopefully he can continue with what he's set his mind to. He's definitely coming out on top right now

[@rebeccabenefield1940]

Oh, I want to say something bad but I guess I won’t.

[@ryleerobinson7898]

Yes, you’re so right! His ‘mom’ abused him and his dad pulled him out of a hard place. Feeding and clothing Collin, yes she met that obligation, but she abused and mistreated him. He could’ve turned out far different if his father didn’t put in the ACTUAL work.

[@IsThisThePrizeIveWaitedFor]

As a grown adult who had a cold and controlling mom, there will always be a tiny hidden corner in my heart that wishes she could have given me the love I wanted, even though I have long come to terms that the past can’t be undone. You can tell he still loves her and wants to get that love from her in return.

[@McCarthy0000]

I can watch this over and over again and cry...when he said one day when he has kids of his own he would want them to know their aunts and uncles, was adorable. I really hope they re-connect. None of this is any of their fault. They are still young, they can mend things. Collin is right, put the parents aside!!! A lot of parents divorce and even hate each other, but you guys are all siblings!!!

[@milarandal2260]

When he gave her that gift he was trying to have a special moment with his momma and she denied him of that. Poor baby still has so much forgiveness in him too. 💙

[@saintnick4035]

@Angie W On top of that she actually looked disappointed! Witch.

[@kaseygreiwe8567]

The video of Kate opening that little bear he got her breaks my heart. He was a little kid, and no matter what your child gets you as a present, you need to love it. My nieces get me a stick from the woods and I act so thankful and excited because they are kids. They’re proud of it. How sad. I hope Colin lives the best life knowing that he has millions of supporters!

[@saintnick4035]

Amen. Could not have expressed it better.

[@tammylewis2408]

My niece gave me little trinkets and drawings when she was younger and I still have them. She is now 14 and is doing her own things a typical teenager does, and I don't see her as often, but I still look at them and know that things will come around when she is older. I still am proud of her and will always be there for her.

[@Truth790]

Made me cry seeing him cry asking him to send his brothers and sisters a message.

[@saraschneider6781]

Totally not appropriate

[@shelbyg97]

He tried to be strong the whole interview and couldn’t hold it in when they brought up his siblings. My heart breaks for him, may he find peace and hopefully one day him and his siblings will be together ❤

[@Carrie_13]

At first I thought Kate was one heck of a mother but as time went on, it was painfully obvious just how much damage that woman did to every single member of her family. Collin is still as cute as he was when he was a baby and has a wonderful future ahead of him without his narcissistic mom to bring him down.

[@aaronsand]

My mother wrongfully drugged me up and institutionalized me throughout my childhood. Unfortunately, I wasn’t lucky enough to have a dad to get me out, seeing as he passed away when I was little. He’s very lucky to have gotten out. I feel his pain, and I know first hand how terrifying, inhumane, and abusive those places are. My heart goes out to him. 💔🙏🏼

[@scorpiochelle]

I'm so sorry you went through this. I hope you have begun healing

[@aaronsand]

@@scorpiochelle Thankyou 💙 I take it day by day, and I do my best to be strong.

[@nicoletrudell2065]

This is awful, you deserved so much better

[@sunnydaze7274]

I'm sorry and horrified this happened to you. And more so by the person who should love you unconditionally. I hope you are in a place of healing and support. No child deserves this type of treatment.

[@Jk-nh8rw]

Sorry this happened to you. Keep staying strong and I wish you success in the future.

[@rhondamcknight2596]

I watched the show when the babies were just walking. Hannah was always the compassionate one and a daddy's girl which Kate probably hated towards the end. Colin was very independent and his own person. The one where Colin gave Kate the momma & baby bear figurine was heart breaking when Kate said where's everyone else? You can see the hurt Colin felt. Sometimes kids need one on one when they're in a huge family.

[@greenfairy4894]

I remember it this way too. Kate was always so cold. She is just mean and hateful. It’s terribly sad how the families from these reality tv shows have ended.

[@romaneros4583]

What a cold response she gave to his emotional gift.

[@sportsman4545]

Sadly, they pick a scapegoat.

[@unicornglitterfart5201]

She couldn’t control his independence so she got rid of him. This will come back to haunt her.

[@greenfairy4894]

@@unicornglitterfart5201 It will. My Mother is a raging narcissist who alienated all 7 of us from our bio fathers and siblings. She now has a couple adult kids she can control for now and most of us have resumed relationships and have learned that everything she said about our father is a lie.

[@Lindsay7292]

So proud of you Collin! ❤❤❤

[@noclady]

He sounds so mature in his perspective of everything. It breaks my heart that he hasn’t spoken to his other siblings. Wishing nothing but the best for him.

[@wingv313]

Heartbreaking that his siblings don’t even reach out to him💔 His mother did so much damage to this sweet kid & it’s unthinkable that she would continue to stay away. Why? He’s a sweet young man & his mother is a narcissistic monster. Wishing him the best as he navigates through life. 💛

[@jworth7203]

The kids are still in high school. Once they get away from her and can make their own thoughts and have their own opinions maybe they will. In the meantime, she’s in control of everything and I’m sure they can’t.

[@kristinabarraza9328]

She's probably staying away cuz I'm sure she doesn't want to face guilt or know that she did wrong. And I agree with other comment probably the others will hopefully reach out once there away from there mom's grasp

[@bethfromchicago8719]

That's part of the pattern with narcissistic mothers.

[@anne3067]

Maybe when they’re out of their mother’s house it’ll be easier for them.

[@70RY]

I remember watching the show as a kid, thinking how similar Kate's energy was to my mother's. I found out years later that my mother is a narcissist. I figured out the hard way that the way to dealing with a narcissist is not dealing with them at all. Run and don't look back. You're better off.

[@ladybugamks]

I feel like I could've written this comment! This was my exact experience, too. And yes, so true, keep distance from the narcissists! 👏

[@ChristyKayKirk]

Amen! I had a narcissist. I eventually ran but it took several times before I never looked back. The mother should be ashamed of keeping the kids from him and also by all of her actions.

[@pamelahorton609]

@@ladybugamks 0

[@fernandeskara2420]

Where can I watch this show? I wanna know too

[@katinadiep9268]

I'm sure it's very hard to be around parents with that type of personality especially if they're not aware.

[@mrso4746]

I am amazed at how strong he is & im sad that his siblings are stuck with Kate. I recall as a teen watching and thinking how mean she was to the dad . Im glad Collin Saved himself with the help of his "Savior" his dad .

[@theresalafar96]

My heart goes out to this young man. Wish him the very best.

[@nybor49]

As someone that watched the show, I'm proud of Colin as if he's one of my own family members. Jon isn't perfect but he fought for his kid and his well being and for that I'm grateful, because Colin is doing so well now. What he said about Hannah touched my heart.

[@skeptigal2785]

Jon did nothing wrong. It was Kate who had the affair and insisted on the appearance of still being together for the show, and finally it was Kate who sought the divorce when Jon refused to tape and tried to keep his kids off TV. Lastly, it was Jon who saved Collin!

[@dialmstyle]

What a heartbreak. His mother is cruel. If she doesn’t want him, at least let him have a relationships with his siblings. He seems well adjusted for what he has been through. Go Colin!

[@sharon94503]

What's so sad is that these children didn't sign-on to being put in the reality-tv spotlight, and how sad to hear him say that he hadn't spoken/seen his siblings in 5 or 6 years. Collins seems to be doing very well, and I imagine he will go on to do great things.

[@kaitlynndeffinger5277]

Kate has always reminded me of my mom - me and my 5 siblings used to watch this show and we would make comments about Kate and my mom would be completely on her side about everything. My mom is also terrible towards my dad but they’re still together. Me and my siblings have always said behind their backs how we don’t understand why our dad is still with her because we continuously watch her verbally abuse him (and sometimes physically during arguments by throwing things at him). She used to be like that to us too when we were kids but now that we’re adults she’s gotten better which I think is because she knows we could choose to cut ties with her if we wanted. When we lived with her, we had no choice but to put up with her.

[@sharonwalkerz]

I am so happy that Colin has a very strong support system with his dad & sister. He has been through so much. Sending prayers to the entire family. It has to hurt for all of the siblings to be apart like this. 😭

[@kleelee2670]

Collin is a wonderful, articulate, mature young man. I would not have believed he is still in high school. Those kids have gone through so much. I see he will have a bright future - his outlook in life is positive and full of hope. I commend him of his mental strength with staying positive despite his childhood experience. Rooting for you Collin! keep it up ❣💯

[@sarahkizer9251]

My heart is so happy his Dad came and got him!!! I'm on Jon's side.

[@sarahmarieivfmommy8581]

Breaks my heart that a mom who didn’t know how to handle her kid sends him away. So unfair. It’s amazing that he has Hannah who knows what he has been through and went with the same upbringing can be such a relief. They can be each others rock and understand each other like no one else can.

[@skeptigal2785]

That's got to grind Kate's gears since Hannah was always her very obvious favorite, LOL.

[@laurenmay2098]

Most important is the fact that this institution didn’t see the need to assess the mother as well. It is easy to tossed your kid and go live life like he is the problem, he will thrive away from her.

[@ruwitze4450]

My sister has always been my best friend. Although we've had our ups and downs, I couldn't imagine life without her. Sibling bonds should be encouraged and nurtured, not weaponized and destroyed.

[@juliamanis3219]

Colin is a wonderful mature young man. He has persevered through so much. I'm so sorry to him for the terrible experiences he endured.

[@msdixie1]

Collin you are such a cool person. You’ve been through a lot and it is obvious that you are a very strong person. You have a wonderful life ahead of you & I can’t wait to hear more from you. Stay strong

[@cld12171]

His mom didn't reach out after his accident?! They portrayed this kid to be absolutely crazy on that show! He's perfectly normal!

[@just4now141]

I'm not saying he was troubled enough to be in an institution... but to watch an interview and decide everything about that person based on edited short interview seems inadequate to get a good realistic impression.. Kate has huge issues... so did her husband... but this boy may have been having extreme problems.. he certainly had reasons to be troubled.. being a premie of 6 and on TV all tge time along with the personality problems with his parents?.... but I certainly wouldn't decide how great a person is doing based on a short interview on TV.

[@shon7425]

It was her. Not him.

[@saraschneider6781]

The accident was not in the news. She probably didn't know. That's not her fault.

[@rubulu]

it’s so nice to hear from him i can’t imagine the feeling of being unwanted by ur own mother i’m glad john has been a good dad to him

[@bethparker1500]

The birth was a gimmick, too bad she can't be sued.

[@rosarioluna6195]

When little Collin gave his Mom that gift why couldn’t she had just say “Thank you” “I love it” “This is the sweetest gift any mother can ask for” To watch that part was so heartbreaking for

[@saraschneider6781]

Not heartbreaking one bit.

[@juliegerasimenko200]

I thought the same thing! He was so sweet saying “it’s me and you “ wanting a connection with her and her response killed me 😭

[@SP-fb7wj]

I agree!! I literally was thinking “awww this is so cute” right before she said “well where’s everyone else” like what???? He just gave you an adorable gift and that’s the first thing you say???

[@nw5390]

Same, that part totally rubbed me wrong.

[@sabraha9]

That part broke my heart, he was conveying in his own way that he needed her love and wanted her closeness but she brushed it off. So sad😢😢

[@elizabethwitt2621]

My heart breaks for what this young man has been through. So much unnecessary emotional pain. Thank God for your dad and sister Hannah for saving you. You are an amazing young man. Please remember you are enough just the way you are and you are very loved. You are more than capable of kiving the life of youyr dreams. Wishing you a lifetime full of love, good health, adventure and success.

[@CarolineDoes]

What a remarkable young man. Despite his mother trying to break him down. He's come out on top.

[@khenzy2023]

What a great kid! Hope he continues to have success in his life!

[@itiswhatitismydudes]

Y'all think his mom showed up after hearing about his car accident? This boy deserves so much more

[@nashvilletennessee3194]

Colin sounds so mature and kind-hearted! Getting away from his manipulative mother was the BEST THING for him. When she rejected his gift of the momma bear and cub it broke my heart. Such a mean thing for a mother to do! The Marines will be a good place for him to find success! I wish you much success, Colin!!!!

[@CeltycSparrow]

My heart aches for this young man and the pain and trauma that his mother inflicted on him, but I am SO PROUD of Collin now, for being brave enough to reach out to his Dad for a rescue. He looks so much better now and I am glad he is finally getting the love and support he needs.

[@lavy1513]

I hope ALL the children find a way to communicate and be close again.

[@_heycupcake]

Agreed. Can you imagine how much fun they would be having together? Traveling, exploring the world. Living the college life together etc. So sad 😢

[@juliejerkoff]

Omg this is heartbreaking. I’m crying. Poor Collin. I used to watch this show religiously. Kate Gosselin is an absolute Monster.

[@bxxyz4093]

My mom is narcissistic and she’s kept me from my brother for around 3 years now. I never am emotional infront of others but when I talk about this situation it’s easy to break down. Big respect to Collin for talking about this infront of the entire world, hopefully they can be reunited soon (me and my brother have strengthened our relationship through text message/phone calls since we haven’t been able to see each other. I hope he can do the same with his siblings!)

[@saraschneider6781]

You spelled father wrong. They are all 18 now. They can do what they want.

[@tamaramcrae4037]

@@saraschneider6781 are you Kate? Because I smell the narcissism from you lol

[@kathleenphillips7145]

It’s been 16 years since I’ve seen any of my siblings. I was never really close to any of them which is okay because I don’t miss the drama.

[@Beverlydame]

He’s been through so much! I just feel like she doesn’t deserve to be called “Mom “ the treatment he’s endured is horrible! Much love Colin! ❤️🙏🏻✌🏻

[@amandalynn6521]

He seems so sweet and down to earth.

[@peggygibbons479]

Collin, you are SO loved! You can come live at our house any time you want. I am so sorry for all you've been through! Do not EVER feel bad about yourself that you didn't fit into your "Mom's" peg board of exactly who you should be, in order to fill her own agenda. The only one with serious ISSUES in this entire family is HER!!

[@Ange-ns5be]

Collin seems so mature. I hope he can reunite with his siblings one day. It must hurt so bad. Shame on Kate.

[@dannyt7269]

John deserves blame too. He let the son be there til he begged him for help.

[@iluvhorseys95]

@@dannyt7269 since he didn’t have custody he didn’t know where he was

[@kimikonamikaze5792]

@@dannyt7269 not John it’s Kate’s

[@dannyt7269]

@@iluvhorseys95 Well whatever he did to not get custody means he wasn’t the hero parent either. Wasn’t he drinking a ton? Either way, he bares responsibility to his kids too.