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Collin Gosselin Publishes Memoir Detailing Abuse, Father’s Custody

6/18/2026

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Collin Gosselin releases his memoir “In the Shadow of Eight” on October 13.
The memoir describes abuse, basement confinement, and forced antipsychotic medication.
Collin Gosselin moved with his father Jon Gosselin after a 2016 placement, resulting in Jon Gosselin gaining custody.
Collin Gosselin graduated in 2023 and has not spoken to siblings since an August 2025 TikTok.
Collin Gosselin thanked Jon Gosselin on September 10 after accusing Kate Gosselin of abuse.

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Story summary

Collin Gosselin releases his memoir “In the Shadow of Eight” on October 13.
The memoir describes abuse, basement confinement, and forced antipsychotic medication.
Collin Gosselin moved with his father Jon Gosselin after a 2016 placement, resulting in Jon Gosselin gaining custody.
Collin Gosselin graduated in 2023 and has not spoken to siblings since an August 2025 TikTok.
Collin Gosselin thanked Jon Gosselin on September 10 after accusing Kate Gosselin of abuse.