Nathan popped the question after an elaborate three-day trip. We have posted the video clip below. appeared on Good Morning America. The Bates family, made up of patriarch Gil and matriarch Kelly (above) and their 19 children, released a statement of their own (via People). For their honeymoon, Katie and Travis went to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. She considered studying nursing after finishing this program. Katie is said to be full of spunk and laughter. After their nice & peaceful train ride, the Bates and Paines all don life jackets and helmets (which the girls aren't too thrilled about!) Tori is pregnant and Josie does have a job in a salon. Contents 1 Early life 2 Career 2.1 Education 3 Gallery Early life Kenna Can't wait to hear what it is. The group drives the 3 hour drive to Georgia, where they go on a train ride--and with 33 people, they take up a whole train car! Let's see: it's either 'get to know you', courting, engagement, marriage OR baby. A big announcement is always an engagement or new pregnancy. The pair shared an exciting announcement on social media over the weekend, and they wanted to include fans in this moment. She is going to make an awesome mother. The romantic gesture was captured by a videographer, and the couple has shared several sneak peeks since they announced their engagement. Use of these names, logos, and brands does not imply endorsement unless specified. Gender reveals are not considered an announcement. They have nineteen children with four in heaven. They have twenty-three grandchildren with two on the way due April and August 2023. UPtv has announced that Bringing Back Bates has been renewed for Season 11. Back at the Bates home, the 2 large families hang out, playing basketball & cards together. Tori is having twins!! In 2015, UpTV began airing a similar show, Bringing Up Bates. UPtv released a statement about the show's future that read, "We will not be premiering 'Bringing Up Bates' season 11 on UPtv as planned as we will be focusing our programming in 2022 on On September 19, 2019, Katie announced via Facebook Live that she was in the beginning stages of a relationship with Travis Clark. Bates Engagement Announcement; Another Big Bates Announcement 'Seas the Day' Recap; Baby Smith's Gender Reveal; Kaci's Birthday; The Bates 'Seas' While most of the kids were excited and ready to jump intheirrafts, Kelly, Erin, and Josie were all a little scared. They have twenty-three grandchildren with three on the way due in April, August, and September 2023. On August 6, 2022, Katie and Travis announced that they are expecting their first child, due March 2023. They have nineteen children with four in heaven. We will be sharing their wedding photo as soon as it Before we share Trace and Lydia's big news, we wanted to give you all a chance to watch it on their youtube channel. Gil Bates (father)Kelly Bates (mother) I am curious as to if someone got engaged, Someone is courting, or if there is another baby on the way! It continued, "When we premiered 'Bringing Up Bates,' the series was focused on parents with 19 kids who were teenagers and young children. Residence I just have a feeling that she's going to get married before Carlin. Thank you so much for leaving a comment. Yesterday, Trace and Lydia announced that they will be sharing big news on Saturday (March 4th) at 3pm. Josie is engaged2. Finally they get some chickens to put in the big coop! As fans know, UPtv pulled the plug on the Bates familys show in January 2022. Before we start on this post, make sure that you check out Hailey's birth announcement along with her first photo. Enjoy! Other(s) News can exclusively reveal. and then do something really exciting-- go white water rafting! Katie worked as a stylist at her sister Josie's company Effortless Beauty. Name Berlin, New Jersey His groomsmen were his brother-in-law Cameron, his cousin Jeffrey Walsemann, his cousin-in-law Jeffrey Weaver, Katie's brother-in-law Evan, and his friends Aaron Scully and Gavin Ziegler. Likely an engagement announcement from Carlin or even Josie but my heart TRULY prays and hopes that it's some baby news from Michael and Brandon. Travis wrote the song "I Choose You" for the wedding. The flower girls were Katie's nieces Willow and Layla and their dog Remi. They have six grandchildren in heaven. Being a family of 21 people, Gil is always looking for ways to save money and be frugal. She was a bridesmaid at her sister Carlin's wedding to Evan Stewart on May 25, 2019. Spouse(s) Powered by, Josie and Kelton's Utah Engagement Photos, 'A Heavenly Honeymoon & A Courtship Countdown' Recap. She's fully licensed and working for months. A baby would have to be Zach & Whitney or Michael and Brandon. In the description for the video, the couple writes, She said yes!!! She was the couple's eleventh child, and they went on to have eight more children after her. Love this family! However, the TLC version of the show didn't last, only airing five episodes. I can't stand the phrase baby bump. On the show, the Bates talked about a little bit about their new reality show & why they decided to do it, plus a lot about their family life and how they make things work with over 20 people in the household! Gil and Kelly got married in 1987. This site/blog is dedicated to providing factual information & regular updates on the Gil and Kelly Bates family and their show. She enjoys pranking her family, reading history books, and deer hunting. Katie appeared on the TLC show 19 Kids and Counting many times as a child. After just 24 hours, the video has received over 32,000 views from fans. Actually, (1) We already know Tori is pregnant, that was the last "Big Bates Announcement" and (2) Josie already has a job in a salon. Bringing Up Bates fans get a peek into the familys life. Despite the show being canceled, fans still get many updates via social media these days. Fans wish the show would return to UPtv, but that doesnt seem likely these days, unfortunately. Some are also hopeful that the family will be picked up by another network. This confirmed speculation that the two were a couple that had been happening since they first appeared in each other's Instagram stories in late July 2019. Tori is pregnant. WebThe Bates Family has some BIG NEWS to share! It is a baby and not a bump. So, maybe Nathan and Esther will use their YouTube channel for the same reasons. The girls birthdays are on Cambree is now seven months old and that means that it's time for a new update on her. In came the Bates family, friends of the Duggar bunch. I would guess that Whitney is expecting which would be why they renewed their vows now. Carlin is engaged3. One of the biggest changes for us is that the network will be moving toward producing more scripted family shows and will not be renewing a contract to film new 'Bringing Up Bates' episodes. The group also took a tour of Pompeii, which is about 150 miles southeast of Rome. Love this family, can't wait till next show, It has to be about tori baby gender reveal or one of the girls are engaged. WebTrace Whitfield Bates Born February 1, 1997 (age 26) Residence Norris, Tennessee Parents Gil Bates (father) Kelly Bates (mother) Siblings Zachary, Lawson, Nathan, Jackson, Warden, Isaiah, Judson & Jeb (brothers) Michaela, Erin, Alyssa, Tori, Carlin, Josie, Katie, Addallee, Ellie & Callie-Anna (sisters) Spouse (s) Lydia Bates (2022present; 1 years) Josie already has a job in a salon. Eleven of their children are married while one is in a relationship. I hope it is either a pregnancy for Michaela or Tori getting a teaching job. They have twenty-three grandchildren with three on the way due in April, August, and September 2023. In 2012, TLC aired one season of the show United Bates of America, which focused on Katie's family. We will be sharing their wedding photo as soon as it Before we share Trace and Lydia's big news, we wanted to give you all a chance to watch it on their youtube channel. Or perhaps it will be another courtship? Or either Josie/Kelton or Carlin/Evan (or both!) We can't wait to meet him. In the thumbnail, I hope for Michael that she pregnant but I'm guessing an engagement or preganacy by Zach & his wife. Meet the super-sized Bates family: Parents Gil and Kelly Jo Bates have 19 kids, 3 kids-in-law, and their first grandbaby on the way! They have nineteen children with four in heaven. The proposal took place in an ocean pier gazebo, which was decorated with candles, a large heart constructed of red roses, and a sign that read, "Will you marry me?". On March 9, 2020, Travis asked Katie to begin an official courtship. July 18, 2021 by Aubrey Chorpenning 0 Comments. The family decides to get chickens, since they would be able to provide the crew with fresh eggs. Eleven of their children are married while one is in a relationship. Now, news has broken that the Bates family will be leaving TV for good. On December 3, 2021, Katie married Travis James Clark at Castleton Farms in Loudon, Tennessee. So, what do you think of Esther Keyes and Nathan Bates big announcement? Tori is already pregnant so that's out. Two Bringing Up Bates stars have made a very surprising statement about the ministry followed and promoted by close family friends the Duggars. They would eventually get another show, "Bringing Up Bates" on the station UPtv. The wedding was officiated by Katie's father Gil Bates, Travis's grandfather Charles Clark, Jr., and Travis's uncle Charles Clark III. They were filming her gender reveal party over the weekend. I can't wait for the announcement! She is the sister of Zachary Bates, Michaela Keilen, Erin Paine, Lawson Bates, Nathan Bates, Alyssa Webster, Tori Smith, Trace Bates, Carlin Stewart, Josie Balka, Jackson Bates, Warden Bates, Isaiah Bates, Addallee Otherwise she would be 8 months pregnant for their 5 year anniversary. You must be 12 years old to water raft, so since Michaella isn't a big fan of the water, she volunteers herself to watch the 10 children who couldn't go. Katie completed a one-year Bible program at Crown College of the Bible. The kids do have interests in the opposite sex, and when those interests arise, they pray with Gil and Kelly about the person. I wonder if it will be another pregnancy? Katie was a bridesmaid at her brother Zach's wedding to Whitney Perkins on December 14, 2013. Jerry attended Polk Central High School and served in the U.S. Marine Her dress was designed by Renee Miller of Renee's Bridal. Aubrey Chorpenning has been a freelance writer since December 2016 and has primarily focused on reality TV and celebrity news. Trace is the eighth out of the family's 19 kids. Surviving is his loving wife of 39 years, Cindy Wood Bates; one daughter, Misty Edwards (Brant) of Fort Campbell, Kentucky; two grandchildren, Brittany Scott (Zack) and Dylan Edwards; three sisters, Elizabeth Childress of Virginia Beach, Frances Kuykendall of Columbus and Judy Johnson (Keith) of Mill Spring; one brother, Charles Bates (Vicki) of Henrietta. In order to build the coop where Kelly wants it, the family has to clean out a lot of junk. My guess is Tori and Bobby's gender reveal.Or maybe it's twins! Adding more time could hurt the dynamic that works well. Along with her siblings, Katie was homeschooled growing up. The day the chicken coop is being built happens to be Carlin's 14th birthday! Katie's matron of honor was her sister Josie. The Bates had chickens once before, but instead of having a coop, the chickens were free-rangewhich didn't work out so well. Katie Grace Clark (ne Bates) (born October 5, 2000) is the eleventh child and seventh daughter of Gil Bates and Kelly Bates. Fans of "Bringing Up Bates" recently learned that the show would be canceled after 10 seasons (via US Weekly). Zachary, Lawson, Nathan, Trace, Jackson, Warden, Isaiah, Judson & Jeb (brothers)Michaela, Erin, Alyssa, Tori, Carlin, Josie, Addallee, Ellie & Callie-Anna (sisters) When will the news be during the episode? Otherwise, the rest is fair game! During the weekend of February 11th, John and Alyssa a double birthday party for their daughters, Lexi and Maci. For now, fans can enjoy the proposal video and look forward to more updates from Nathan and Esther as they start their lives together. The couple shared their first kiss at the altar. They have six grandchildren in heaven. Yesterday we shared our updated February birthday cover and today we are back to share our March birthday cover. Jerry loved riding his motorcycle and fishing. Bates on Good Morning America (Video Clip)! Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window). They have been uploaded to a website called. I was there too. Born MILL SPRING Phillip Jerry Bates, 69, of Mill Spring, passed away Wednesday morning, March 1, 2023 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills following a brief illness. It's a sad farewell when the Paines finally have to head back home, but they look forward to the next time they can be together. Those chickens liked the front porch better than the backyard, which Kelly & the girls didn't appreciate! Gil and Kelly got married in 1987. Today, Judson Wyatt, Gil & Kelly's 18th child, celebrates his 2nd birthday! Bringing Up Bates star Carlin Bates and husband Evan Stewart are expecting their second baby together, E! By wearing leggings under their skirts, the Bates are able to stay modest while water rafting. Yesterday we shared our updated February birthday cover and today we are back to share our March birthday cover. Today is a big day for Trace and Lydia. . Love this family. Can't wait for the big news! They use their channels to share a little bit of everything with their fans. They sometimes post videos of their children, Q&A sessions, and more. Between January 23rd and February 17th, a span of less than four weeks, the Bates family has a whopping 10 birthdays to celebrate, including two "double birthdays." The first double birthday was Trace and Jeb on February 1st, and the second is today. Jackson is turning 20, and Addallee is turning 16. Happy birthday to this brother-sister duo! I'm guessing either Michael is pregnant or Josie or Carlin is engaged. Yesterday, Trace and Lydia announced that they will be sharing big news on Saturday (March 4th) at 3pm. She has to take two shots a day during pregnancy. They will be getting married later today. And now, the heavy news: 'Bringing Up Bates' has We can't wait to meet him. A native of Polk County, Jerry was the son of the late Lloyd Francis Bates and Exie Lee Thompson. Do happy for the little boy. I think a new pet or new business opportunity. In the Bates home, it's praises before presents on birthdays! All rights reserved. She was a bridesmaid at her sister Tori's wedding to Bobby Smith on December 16, 2017. Infertility is SO hard and I know from personal experience that the mixture of emotions being grateful to be an aunt and loving your nieces and nephews while longing for your own children is so conflicting! Televisions biggest family is returning for more. Tiffany & Lawson Bates Make Exciting Announcement - YouTube Hello everyone welcome to our channel Bates Family Gossip. Travis Clark (2021present; 2 years) Unless otherwise stated, photos courtesy of: UPtv; thebatesfamily.com; chadanderin.com; lawsonbates.com; keilencorner.com; @zachnwhitbates; @websterforever; @johnw1121; @bobby_torilayne_smith; @josie_balka; @keltonbalka; @carlinbates98; @evanpstewart16; @jacksonebates; @wardenjbates; @tracewbates; @kgbates2000; tarynyagerphotography.com/@tarynyagerphotography, Copyright 2012-2016 Bates Family Blog. Katie worked as a photo shoot model for Bates Sisters Boutique in Rocky Top, Tennessee. Carlin is engaged or Josie is engaged. Eleven of their children are married while one is in The family decorates the house in order to make the Paine's feel special. Carlin and Josie are engaged, Michael and Whitney are pregnant. On February 17, 2023, Katie and Travis shared a post stating that it was baby time. I know her and her husband have been trying for couple years and still nothing and they would be so happy. Whitney is expecting4. Watch "Love Times 21" & "Papa Bill's Farm"! Welcome to our blog for the Bates family! Children Are you excited to see what they decide to share on their YouTube channel? Even with so many people in the family, the Bates always make a point to make birthdays special. Katie was regularly featured on both shows. Katie's brother Lawson wrote the song "I Love You Truly" for the wedding. It remains a decent show because the material is fairly fresh and revelent, and not of ton of flashbacks. Lawson steps up and offers to take them. But it could also be that Whitney is having another baby (would explain why they did the vow renewal 6 months before the actual 5 year anniversary, if she's due around that time). The due date was later revealed to be March 4, 2023. I'm pretty sure the only one that lasted more than a year was Michaela and Brandon, and in their case there was no "dating in everything but name" pre-courtship period like the younger Bates have had.And while Josie and Kelton have only been officially courting for 6 months they have known each other for 3 years, so I wouldn't be surprised to hear them announce an engagement either. Hailey (daughter) So, whats going on with Nathan and Esther? October 5, 2000 (2000-10-05) (age22) During the weekend of February 11th, John and Alyssa a double birthday party for their daughters, Lexi and Maci. As the kids grew older, the show became even more successful as fans tuned in to watch them grow and have families of their own. They have twenty-three grandchildren with two on the way due April and August 2023. Carlin wasn't expecting much of a celebration with everyone being so busy, but they surprise her with cake, balloons, and roses! I was there! Their first video is their engagement recap. Their courtship proposal is featured on the Bringing Up Bates episode "I Love You to Piz-zas!". After a few days of hard work from Gil & the older boys, they finally successfully finish building the chicken coop! Three months after their Italian engagement, Lawson Bates and Tiffany Espensen have nailed down a wedding date and are ready to announce. Spring Break is just around the corner. I would love it to be that Michael is pregnant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Heather Etienne; two brothers, Edward Thompson and William Bates. First, the good news: Finley Marie Paine has arrived! Nathan Bates & Esther Keyes Have An Exciting Announcement For Fans July 18, 2021 Bringing Up Bates, News, Reality TV, UPtv Bringing Up Bates fans are But Josie isn't? Following an early celebration at Gil and Kelly's house, many of the married Bates kids either spent the holiday in their own homes or with their in-laws. Gil and Kelly and the younger children, as well as Nathan and Esther and Trace and Lydia, traveled to the family farm to be with Gil's parents, siblings, nieces, and nephews. The Paine family of 12 is coming to stay with the Bates, making the total number of people in the house 33! Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Just my guess. To this day, fans still They announced that a few weeks ago. She was a bridesmaid at her sister Josie's wedding to Kelton Balka on October 5, 2018. They first met on June 27, 2019. For more news about the Bates family and their show, Bringing Up Bates, check back withTV Shows Ace. Welcome to The Bates Family Blog! are engaged. I hope that Michaela is pregnant! On March 10, 2020, they announced their courtship. In addition to writing about and watching TV, she enjoys spending time with her family and cats, baking, reading, and doing DIY projects. They both have large families and their children are similar in ages and grew up together. The wedding had around 400 guests. [I hope cuz I don't have facebook.]. Several other Bates family members, including Alyssa Webster and Carlin Stewart, have YouTube channels as well. It's your lucky day! Parents It was similar to the Duggar version, showing off their large family. The obvious choices are:Toris pregnantJosies engagedCarlins engagedThe truly biggest Bates announcement would be:Michaela is pregnantLawson is courtingTori got a teaching position in a public schoolJosie got a job in a salon. I really hope that Michaela is finally expecting a baby. Their TLC show was called "United Bates of America." Late next week, the clan is going to reveal Bringing Up Batesfans are freaking out over Nathan Bates and Esther Keyes big news. Required fields are marked *. All articles, images, product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Actually if Evan and Carlin get engaged after a 10 month courtship, this would be pretty consistent with prior courtships the Bates have had. She has been working there for months. InstagramFacebookYouTube On social media this week, Trace and Lydia have been promoting their new YouTube video and teasing a big announcement. On September 10, 2022, they revealed that they are expecting a girl. Josie and Kelton are both done with school and working. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a29fecb79ef3ae31cce271d5b2a4c519" );document.getElementById("eedd789636").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Copyright 2023 by TV Shows Ace.