Kate Gosselin says she's 'super, super happy' with mystery man

Kate Gosselin has revealed that she’s been dating a man for more than a year and is “super, super happy,” the former reality TV star said in a candid TikTok moment this week. Speaking to fans during a spontaneous Q&A, she described the person as someone she’s known for a long time and noted that he’s a bit camera-shy. The disclosure marks a rare glimpse into the personal life of the star once known for her eight-child household on television.

When a follower asked whether she is dating anyone, Gosselin replied, “actually, finally yes,” and indicated that the relationship began roughly 14 to 15 months ago. She did not name her partner, and she emphasized that he prefers to stay out of the spotlight, though she hinted that a glimpse of him could come in the future.

A source cited by the New York Post said Gosselin has been living with former bodyguard Steve Neild, and that the relationship is serious enough to include wedding plans. Fox News Digital has reached out for comment. The reports add a layer of complexity to a life that has long revolved around her family and public appearances rather than a private domestic routine. Gosselin rose to fame on the reality series Jon & Kate Plus 8, which followed her and her then-husband, Jon Gosselin, as they raised the couple’s eight children from 2007 to 2009. The show was later rebranded as Kate Plus 8 after their split in 2009.

Gosselin has continued to film with her children in the years since, and she has said she is balancing motherhood with work outside of television. In recent months, she has publicly discussed her life beyond reality TV, including noting that she now works 12-hour shifts as a pediatric nurse during a period when she has been focused on her family.

Another facet of Gosselin’s public narrative is the question of money. In response to a fan query on TikTok about her finances, she addressed rumors about her earnings and the college funds for her children. She said she was “providing for 8 kids, college funds which I am proud to say covered all of their college and more and LAWYERS,” and added that ongoing court proceedings had drained resources. She described the experience as “sickening” and said she was dragged into legal battles, which she attributed to the costs of litigation. She emphasized that she has since focused on helping other families and that she has found purpose in those efforts.

The dynamic of Gosselin’s personal life has long been a subject of public interest, given her prominent role on reality television and the ongoing attention to how she manages family responsibilities, career, and relationships. While the identity of her current partner remains private, the statements she made on TikTok illuminate a continued shift toward a more private personal life, even as she remains a visible figure in entertainment circles.

Fox News Digital has not published confirmation of the relationship details beyond what was shared by Gosselin in her social media posts, and they did not receive an official statement from her team at press time. As she continues to navigate life in the public eye, fans will likely remain attentive to any further updates about her family, career, and personal connections.