Key Takeaways

  • Collin Gosselin is set to release a memoir detailing his childhood.
  • Reality star Alexia Umansky shows her support during a dinner in LA.
  • Collin has accused his mother of abuse, which she denies.
  • The memoir is titled “In the Shadow of Eight” and releases on October 13.

Support from a Fellow Reality Star

Collin Gosselin is gearing up for the release of his memoir, which sheds light on his difficult upbringing with parents Kate and Jon Gosselin. Ahead of the book’s launch, he enjoyed a dinner with Alexia Umansky, a fellow reality television personality, in Los Angeles.

On Instagram, Collin shared photos from their dinner, expressing his enjoyment of the evening. He captioned the post, “Went for the pasta 🍝 stayed for the good laughs and conversation. So good catching up with friends over dinner in LA!!” In response, Umansky playfully suggested he should consider moving to LA.

Umansky’s Encouragement

Alexia, known for her role on “Buying Beverly Hills,” also took to her Instagram Story to show her support for Collin’s upcoming memoir, titled “In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood,” which is set to be released on October 13. She expressed pride in her friendship with Collin, stating, “So proud of @collingosselin1 and everything he’s standing up for,” accompanied by a heart emoji.

She further promoted the memoir by sharing its cover and encouraging followers to pre-order it, noting that many have watched Collin grow up and would be interested in hearing his story.

The Gosselin Family Background

The Gosselin family gained fame through the TLC series “Jon & Kate Plus 8,” which aired from 2007 to 2017. The show documented the lives of Jon and Kate along with their eight children, including sextuplets and twins.

After their divorce in 2009, Jon Gosselin received sole custody of Collin in 2018. Over the years, Collin has made serious allegations against his mother, claiming instances of child abuse and exploitation, which Kate has denied. Her legal representation has stated that Kate acted to protect herself and her family.

Details of the Memoir

Collin’s memoir promises to reveal his experiences, including being confined and subjected to powerful medications as a child. The book aims to share his journey of overcoming these challenges.

As the release date approaches, tensions between Collin and Kate continue to surface, with Kate recently labeling her son as “mentally ill” in response to public comments about their strained relationship.