Jill Duggar on Where She Stands With Parents Jim Bob and Michelle (Exclusive)

Jill and Derick Dillard open up to ET's Deidre Behar about their new memoir, 'Counting the Cost.' Best known to fans of '19 Kids and Counting' as Jill Duggar, the former reality star explains where she stands today with her parents, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, following years of scandals and personal revelations from the famous family. Among those sensitive topics is Josh Duggar, who the family previously confirmed had inappropriately touched Jill, three other siblings and a babysitter. She calls writing about her brother, as well as details about the abuse surfacing in the media, the 'hardest' part of the book process. 'Counting the Cost' is on bookshelves now.

[michelleallred]

Bravo to Derek for protecting Jill & giving her the strength & support to speak up!! So happy for them both

[amielawson]

I love how protective Derrick is of her, he doesn’t overspeak for her, but he is quick to be that strength. That’s an amazing man. Jill, you are so strong, and beautiful and I look forward to reading your book.

[palmettophoenixsociety]

Okay… seeing Jill’s trauma response through her body language absolutely breaks my heart but seeing her husband stand up for, speak when she couldn’t, and support her is amazing. They are both so wonderful together!

[b.valentine]

Im so happy that Jill got such a good husband. Derrick is a good example of positive masculinity, hes protective and loving of Jill, without disrespecting her as a full grown equal adult.

[inhope]

I LOVE how Derek speaks up and makes it clear how people were complicit in dealing with the abuse..
Really great, because Jill needs that support, and people who have been abused (that will see this interview) will benefit from hearing and seeing someone who really loves another person, and supports them.

[hawnair]

Jill’s interview changed my opinion of her. I thought she was a pawn of her family, but this shows how intelligent and strong she is. Advocate for YOU, Jill!!!

[rachaelford]

So sweet she clutched his hand on that question and he talked but didnt talk over her. Very protective and supportive

[sue]

U could tell this man advocate for his wife and will not tolerate any form of abuse, a true protector and provider

[flamingpen]

As a former member of a fundamental Baptist church, I can tell you that breaking away from that type of conditioning is beyond difficult. I had to go through therapy to help deal with the emotional and mental trauma. Reading through her book just brought so many memories to mind of how I was raised. It sent shivers down my spine. More people need to come out against this cult.

[AGMaples]

So proud of you Jill. I broke away from the Mormon church. Healing from that kind of a conditioning can be incredibly hard. To see how far she's come is incredible. That's incredible strength. I'm also an abuse survivor and a survivor of my family breaking up so I know too well how much it can break you to live it and how incredibly hard it is to heal from it. Stories like yours help me feel not so alone.

[Beverly]

How ironic. I remember seeing a few episodes where Jim Bob personally picked Derick for Jill. And he’s been the one to give her strength to put words to the truth of her family.

[VioletJoy]

I just finished her book and highly recommend it. She spoke very candidly about many topics, particularly the legal battles. She is a good example of someone who has recognized the toxicity she was raised in and has grown due to her hard work in that area. There's no going back at this point, and she has suffered greatly for the stance she's taken.

It's really good to see so many of the Duggar kids living their lives their own way.

[lisaarendt]

Just read Jill's book. Thank you for speaking up and your transparency. You are helping so many in many ways. Thank you!

[elleneastwood]

Big respect to Jill for standing her ground, she is so brave. And to Derick for supporting, encouraging, and standing by her side.

[nancyjohnston]

This shows that Jill’s character is truly good and she’s a truth seeker, not at all malicious. God bless her!

[CvilleEducator]

I so deeply respect that Jill is setting healthy boundaries, and insisting that she be treated as an equal, and as an adult.

[lacey-kd]

I just absolutely adore these two. I was an avid 19K&C while it was still on air, started watching and recording reruns and then record new episodes back in 2012-2013. And at the time I could tell Derick was NOT cut from the same cloth as the Duggars, even though beliefs and some morals were the same, he seemed much more PROGRESSIVE than any other man to have married into the Duggar family. And really remember Jill and Jessa being the main two that intrigued me. Mind you I was 21yrs old attime. But even back then I could feel Jill’s tenacity for justice and curiosity of different cultures and ways of living. Jill don’t take any BS from anyone!! And I love it. I hope Jill and Derick never change and continue to leave an impression on people ✝️✝️🤍🤍

[catherinewilson]

Jim Bob’s GREED knows no bounds. Jill’s book is so good! I can’t put it down. I wish the best for her and her beautiful family. Stay strong Jill! You are raising your children in a healthy environment and that is everything!!!

[AmandaHill-wc]

So proud of Jill and Derrick for their bravery and courage to tell their story. She shared the truth in such a classy way. So proud of her for finding her voice and value. I grew up in a patriarchal culture and am so grateful my spouse and I evolved into a partnership instead. Jill is so wise and they have both clearly worked through a lot and have both done a lot of personal work.

[chrissychris]

I'm so happy she is speaking up and telling it all. I used to watch the show and felt really uneasy about it, but I watched on. Wow... continue to live in your truth.