Josie Bates & Katie Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @josie_balka Instagram / Reddit
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‘Bringing Up Bates’ A Bates Couple Defied Courtship Rules?

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Bringing Up Bates stars Gil and Kelly Jo Bates are known for raising their kids through strict core values. The girls were only allowed to wear conservative clothing, which eventually changed when they got bigger. The two have also implemented strict courtship rules, like their family friend, the Duggars. One of them is about having no physical contact before marriage. However, some Redditors discovered that a Bates couple had already defied the rules in front of the cameras. Keep reading to see who they were.

Bringing Up Bates: Are There New Courtships In The Bates Family?

There are no official courtships in the Bates family today. Isaiah recently made headlines after a Reddit user shared a photo of him with his alleged girlfriend, Sarah. Gil and Kelly Jo have yet to confirm their relationship. But many are excited for Isaiah and hope that a family member will share more details about each other.

Warden Bates & Taylor Maples Sourced From @wardenjbates Instagram
Warden Bates & Taylor Maples Sourced From @wardenjbates Instagram

Meanwhile, Warden made his relationship with Taylor Maples public earlier this year. But the two sparked split speculation after deleting their photos together on social media. The Bringing Up Bates star even confirmed that he’s now single in one of his sister Katie’s Q&A posts on Instagram. Meanwhile, there have been courtships and weddings happening in the Duggar family. One of them was the recent nuptials of Jana and Stephen. Some fans even discovered that the two had broken some courtship rules, making several Reddit users wonder if a Bates couple has done the same.

A Bates Couple Defied Courtship Rules?

Some Redditors discussed the time when a Bates couple defied courtship rules. According to the poster, it was the episode when Tori, Trace, and Josie graduated from college. The Bringing Up Bates stars had a party at their house. But moments later, Kelton arrived and gave Josie hugs and kisses. This happened during their courtship period, and many were surprised by how they did it in front of everyone.

Josie Bates & Kelton Balka From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @josie_balka Instagram / Reddit
Josie Bates & Kelton Balka From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @josie_balka Instagram / Reddit
  • “Yeah! But he was waiting for her since she was 14.”
  • “Wait what? Didn’t see that But they did kiss before marriage Which episode.”
  • “Wait what?! Maybe after that is when they told him to back off…?”
  • “S7 e31. As far as I remember they were courting at this stage.”

Bringing Up Bates: Gil & Kelly Jo Bates Continue To Welcome Grandkids

Gil and Kelly Jo have also been busy grandparents this year. Last month, the Bringing Up Bates stars welcomed their 30th grandchild, William Daniel, Lawson and Tiffany’s rainbow baby and first child. Gil and Kelly Jo also expect their 31st and 32nd grandsons from Esther and Katie later this year. However, in one of his recent vlogs, Lawson hinted that there may be a 33rd grandchild this year.

Kelly Jo Bates & Gil Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @thebatesfam Instagram
Kelly Jo Bates & Gil Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @thebatesfam Instagram

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