19 Kids & Counting has officially been canceled by TLC.
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The network temporarily pulled the Duggar family's show off the air because they were "saddened and troubled" by the surfacing of Josh Duggar's molestation scandal this past spring, but now the move is permanent, People reported.
19 Kids & Counting "will no longer appear on the air," TLC reportedly told The Associated Press in a Thursday statement.
The reality show ran for nine seasons, 227 episodes and many one-off specials. It was an extremely popular series for TLC, but Josh's scandal rocked the nation and disturbed countless viewers. As documented in a 2006 police report, Josh had forcibly fondled six girls -- two of whom were his own sisters Jessa and Jill -- about 12 years ago when he was 14-years-old. Josh is now 27-years-old.
The Duggars released a lengthy statement today about the news, remaining gracious and thankful for all they've been given.
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"With God's grace and help Josh, our daughters and our entire family overcame a terrible situation, found healing and a way forward. We are so pleased with the wonderful adults they have all become," the family said.
"It is our prayer that the painful situation our family went through many years ago can point people toward faith in God and help others who also have lived through similar dark situations to find help, hope and healing, as well."
The Duggars also teased an "upcoming special documentary" will air on TLC that will chronicle Josh's controversy and how the family dealt with the aftermath. Josh's parents Jim Bob and Michelle have stood by him amidst the backlash and scrutiny, while Jill, 24, and Jessa, 22, announced they have forgiven their brother and "moved on."
"Twelve years ago, as a young teenager, I acted inexcusably for which I am extremely sorry and deeply regret. I hurt others, including my family and close friends," Josh told People in a May statement.
"I confessed this to my parents who took several steps to help me address the situation. We spoke with the authorities where I confessed my wrongdoing, and my parents arranged for me and those affected by my actions to receive counseling."
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The rest of the Duggar family had chalked up Josh's offenses to "teenage mistakes" in their own separate statements, although a source had said Jim Bob and Michelle were "devastated" by the leak and extremely regretful.
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