Colleen Conrad's Heartfelt Tribute to Collin Gosselin

Colleen Conrad, the former partner of Jon Gosselin, has publicly celebrated Collin Gosselin's memoir, "In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood," following its debut at No. 1 on The New York Times nonfiction bestseller list. Conrad, who dated Jon Gosselin from 2014 to 2021, posted an emotional tribute on Instagram on Friday, October 23, 2026, expressing her immense pride in Collin's success.

Conrad reflected on their shared history, noting how their bond helped both of them navigate personal challenges. She revealed that while Collin needed her during his difficult teenage years, she also relied on his presence as she battled breast cancer and went through the end of her relationship with Jon. Collin's memoir acknowledged Conrad as the maternal figure he needed most during that time.

In a touching exchange, Collin responded to Conrad's tribute, thanking her for her unwavering love and support. He expressed deep gratitude for her belief in him, stating that her faith helped him develop his own self-belief. Conrad concluded her message by reaffirming her love for Collin, promising to always be his mom and cheer him on.

Colleen Conrad, a nurse practitioner from Pennsylvania, became a maternal figure to Collin and his sister Hannah during her nearly seven-year relationship with Jon Gosselin. She had previously defended Collin against allegations made by his mother, Kate Gosselin, highlighting the longstanding family rift.