Welcome To Plathville Stars Barry & Kim Plath Announce Breakup

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After dancing around the issue on Welcome to Plathville season 4, Barry and Kim Plath have announced that they’ve split up for good and are seeking a divorce. Kim and Barry are known on the TLC show for their traditional views, and the couple raised their nine children in near isolation from the rest of society. While Kim and Barry have received criticism for being closed-minded and restrictive throughout three seasons of the TLC show, but in season 4 their storyline took a sharp turn.

This season, Kim has been very vocal about how unhappy she is in her marriage to Barry. After breaking the news to their children that they were separating, Barry moved out of the master bedroom to give Kim the space she needed. But Kim was still struggling with her feelings. In a recent episode the couple had an honest sit-down to talk about their marriage. Going into the conversation, Kim’s mind was made up that she wanted out. But after Barry’s pleading to give their marriage another chance, Kim’s resolve wavered.

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However, though Kim didn’t follow through with asking for a divorce during the Welcome to Plathville episode, the couple’s relationship didn’t improve. In a statement to People, Kim and Barry confirmed their split. "After considerable thought and discussion, we have decided to end our marriage,” read the statement. “While this was not an easy decision, we know it's the best choice for both of us. We have been through many highs and lows in our 24 years of marriage and as we navigate this new chapter in our lives, we will co-parent our amazing children." Many Welcome to Plathville viewers were certain that Kim would never leave Barry for good, but based