'Counting On' Fans Think Josh Duggar Is Still The 'Golden Child'

Counting On alum Josh Duggar made headlines in June after the Supreme Court denied his latest appeal. The 36-year-old has been trying to overturn his case over the past few months. However, he always ended up disappointed. Others also think Jim Bob is just wasting his time trying to defend his son and fund his defenses. But despite all the controversies, some Redditors think Josh will remain the “Golden Child” in the family. Keep reading to see why.

Counting On: Josh Duggar Gets Rejected Again

According to reports, Josh’s appeal for certiorari was denied by the Supreme Court, and he will continue serving his 12.5-year prison sentence. It wasn’t explained why the Supreme Court rejected the Counting On alum. A certiorari is an appeal to have a higher court review the decisions made by a lower court. But it seems Josh’s conviction is final despite all his excuses, including blaming Caleb Williams as an alternate suspect.

Anna Duggar & Josh Duggar From Counting On, TLC, Sourced From @duggarfam Instagram

Fans Think Josh Is Still The Golden Child

Some Redditors discussed the possibility that Josh Duggar is still the “Golden Child” of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar. According to the poster, they’re curious if the family still treats the Counting On alum the same way despite his immoral sins. The Reddit user thinks there’s a chance that he was stripped of the title after getting sent to prison. However, many commenters believe he will continue to be the most special child of Jim Bob and Michelle, especially because of how Jim Bob has been trying to overturn his case.

“So everyone knows Pest is the golden child. But assuming that prison stripped him of that title, who is the new golden child?”
“Pest will always be Sperm’s golden child. However, here who is next in line for the golden child status after Pest. 1) Jed, 2) JD, 3) Jana, 4) Jessa.”
“I think deep down, he’ll never be unseated as the golden child. However, I’m guessing that in more recent times the “favourite one” is whoever is the least friendly with Jill and Jinger at any given moment.”
“JB will always support him but I get the impression Michelle doesn’t like him.”
“I think Josh is JB’s fav and Josie is Meech’s fav. I don’t think they can do anything to fall out of the favor of either.”

Counting On: Josh Duggar Planning A Revenge?

Josh also caught the attention of many after an insider claimed that he was upset about the lack of efforts of some family members. He allegedly threatens to write a tell-all book against his family, and sources claim that Jim Bob is terrified by it, which is why he’s been trying his best to set the Counting On alum free. The insider added that some of his sisters have already forgiven him, but Josh won’t forgive them for not doing enough during his trials.