Anna Duggar and Josh Duggar known as “Josh” both gained popularity because of their participation in the famous reality show 19 Kids and Counting. They are the most discussed couple on the show. Anna, whose full name is Anna Renee Keller, married Josh, and together they participated in the show and discussed raising their seven children together while managing their lives on camera.
After being with each other for years and facing all the controversies together. Their fans are curious to know the answer to this question: Are Anna and Josh still together?
In this article we will discuss their relationship status, how things started for them and where they are known by looking at all the verified sources present online.
As per our research, Anna and Josh are still together and legally married. Unfortunately, due to controversies, Josh was in prison. Therefore, Anna is physically, mentally, and financially separate from him and is fully focused on raising their children. As of this year, they are still mentioned as being together by social-media news and couple-tracking sites.
Relationship status is explained
Their relationship status is still married and Anna is still wearing their wedding ring when she appears at public events. But because Josh was not with her, she came with their children.
So according to the public and media outlets they are still together and living their lives separately because of issues and prison. And Josh was sentenced to 12 years. And for that time Anna was the one who took care of all the responsibilities, financially, emotionally, and personally.
How did all this start?
Anna and Josh met each other at a convention in 2006. And when they were teenagers. That they felt a connection with each other and started dating even though both are from different Christian backgrounds and work for their relationship according to their faith, like no physical condom before marriage.
Finally they reach the stage where Josh proposes to Anna on her 20th birthday in 2008. And after that, they got married to each other in Florida. Their marriage and early life were featured on the reality show 90 Kids and Counting. They quickly started their family and are now parents of seven children.
Relationship timeline:
2006: Anna and George meet each other and when both come to the convention in 2006
2008: They instantly fell in love after their first meeting and got married in 2008 when Josh proposed to her on her 20th birthday.
2009: And soon after their marriage they welcomed their first daughter Mackenzie.
2013: After that, they moved on to Washington, D.C. because of Josh’s job.
2015: Because of controversies like the history of molestation and the infidelity of Ashley Madison revealed
2016: Because of that Josh lived in a faith-based treatment center for six months.
2021: And2021: And Josh was found guilty and arrested in 2021.
2022: The court ordered him to 12 years in prison
2025: Both are living separate lives but are still together.
Latest Public Appearance or Mention
The latest appearance of Anna was in late 2024 and at the start of 2025 where she wore her wedding ring in public. Because Josh was in prison, there is no possibility that they would come together at public events. Anna is coming on with their children.
All these things clarify that they are still together but because of circumstances they live separately in different places.
Clues from Social Media and Public Life
According to media outlets and reports, it was suggested that they are still together but because Josh was in prison, they live separately and Anna is still wearing their wedding ring which symbolizes that they are still married and husband and wife.
And Anna fulfills her vows which are committed during a wedding that husband and wife support each other in difficult times.
Career or Life Developments That May Affect the Relationship
Josh’s Legal Obstacles
Josh was in prison and he appealed for his bail but was rejected in 2024 which means his release date was not shifted at any cost. Even if they continue their marriage in such circumstances it will practically damage their marriage for both of them and for their children.
Anna’s Life Direction
Now Anna’s life totally revolves around her children and personal stability. Sometimes she thought she might move closer to Josh in Texas but then realized that she wanted to prioritize these children’s stability and the community support system. And she is a strong woman and raising their children independently.
What fans are saying
On social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and fan forums, their fans are confused about whether they are together or not. But the clear answer is that they are legally together and husband and wife but because of circumstances, they’re living separate lives. Josh was in prison and Anna was living with their children and focusing on raising them.
Fans are so concerned about their future because living under such conditions, marriage is unhealthy, and it affects the family, as Josh’s criminal records really impact their family dynamics.
What’s Next for Them?
As they are still together, there is no separation legally. Because they are still husband and wife, even though Josh was in prison and he was released in 2032. But Anna is busy taking care of their children independently. Maybe in the future, when Josh is released from prison, they will come back together or they will file for divorce and separate from each other. Who knows what happened but according to media reports it was clear they were still together.
Conclusion
As per our research, Anna and Josh are still together legally but because of issues they just want some space in their relationship. Their marriage is documented on social media because of their participation in theAnd which is then turned dramatically because of Josh’s controversies and he is in prison.
Josh is in prison and expected to be released in 2032. On the other hand Anna is busy raising her seven children and focusing on healing. They did not file for divorce and still continue their marriage publicly.
So stay tuned to know more about their future updates.
Hey there! I’m Sandiya Kanwal, currently surviving (and almost graduating!) my last semester of bachelor’s degree life. I’m a big fan of celebrity gossip because, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a little drama that’s not their own? Writing about stars, scandals, and stories helps me learn something new every day, and yes, it also makes my writing skills shine brighter than a red-carpet smile!
