What Anna Duggar's Siblings Are Doing Today (& Why Some Of Them Left The Church)

The Duggar family, known for their reality show "19 Kids and Counting," has always been a subject of public fascination. The family, led by Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, gained notoriety not just for their large family but also for their highly conservative lifestyle and strict beliefs. Their approach to relationships, particularly for their children, differs significantly from mainstream culture, often emphasizing courtship over dating.

In the backdrop of their televised lives, Anna Duggar, who married into the family in 2008, has her own story intertwined with that of her siblings. Anna's journey has not only been shaped by her marriage to Joshua Duggar but also by her upbringing alongside seven siblings who have each navigated their paths, often diverging from their parents' strict teachings. As some of these siblings have chosen to distance themselves from the church and their family's beliefs, their stories reflect a broader narrative of personal choice and independence.

This article explores the lives of Anna Duggar's siblings today, highlighting how their experiences have led them to embrace different lifestyles and beliefs compared to their upbringing. From finding love to dealing with the pressures of family expectations, the stories of the Keller siblings illustrate a compelling journey of growth and self-discovery.

Table of Contents

• Biography of Anna Duggar
• Susanna Keller: Living on Her Own Terms
• The Keller Siblings Embracing Divorce

Biography of Anna Duggar

Anna Duggar, born Anna Renee Keller, is a prominent figure in the Duggar family narrative. She was born in 1988 and raised in a conservative Christian household similar to the Duggars. In 2008, she married Joshua 'Josh' Duggar, the eldest son of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar. This marriage, while celebrated in the public eye, has faced numerous challenges, particularly in light of Josh's controversies.

Susanna Keller: Living on Her Own Terms

Despite the strict upbringing she received, Anna Duggar's younger sister Susanna Keller is determined to live life on her own terms. In 2012, she shocked fans when it was revealed that she was expecting a child outside of wedlock. The Kellers and Duggars, who publicly uphold conservative values and frown upon premarital sex, were quick to express their disapproval and let Susanna know she did not have their support. As reported by Radar, the Duggars forbade their licensed midwife daughter, Jill, from assisting with Susanna's delivery.

Despite the lack of support, Susanna has continued to thrive. In February 2020, she tied the knot with York Bridges in a beautiful ceremony in Florida, which was attended by Anna and her husband, Josh Duggar. "It was so exciting to celebrate with my younger sister Susanna & her husband York on their special day!" Anna gushed on Instagram. Eight months later, Susanna revealed she and Bridges were expecting their first child together. In April 2021, the couple welcomed a baby boy, weeks earlier than Susanna's expected delivery date.

The Keller Siblings Embracing Divorce

A few months after Josh Duggar confessed to infidelity and having a porn addiction, a source close to the Duggars revealed that despite how bad things were, Anna would be sticking by her husband's side. "She is fully and permanently committed to her marriage and her children," the insider told People. However, Anna's siblings, particularly Susanna and brother Daniel, encouraged her to divorce Josh. "She thinks cheating is unacceptable. Plus, she never really cared for him," sources told Radar of Susanna's stance.

Daniel publicly supported his sister and called out Josh, offering to help Anna and her children move in with him should she walk out on the marriage. "I have told her I would pay for her to move out here with me and pay for her kids," he wrote on Facebook at the time, per People. "She said she's staying where she's at. But I won't stop trying to get that pig out of our family." While divorce is not an option for the Duggars, the Kellers have embraced it just fine. In 2015, Anna's older sister Rebekah divorced Josh after 11 years of marriage and two children. Similarly, Daniel and his wife Candice got divorced in 2016. Both Rebekah and Daniel have since remarried.