Jill Duggar Reveals New Allegations of Grandfather's Abuse After Cousin's Memoir Release

Jill Duggar recently learned disturbing details about her grandfather Jimmy Lee Duggar's abusive behavior through her cousin Amy Duggar's memoir, "Holy Disruptor: Shattering the Shiny Facade by Getting Louder with the Truth." Amy's book reveals that Jimmy Lee was physically abusive to his wife and daughter, with violent incidents including beating his daughter with a leather belt and nearly murdering her mother, Deanna. Jill and her husband Derick Dillard discussed these revelations during an Instagram Live, with Derick informing Jill of facts about her grandfather that she was previously unaware of. Jill described the memoir as "deep" and praised Amy's boldness for sharing the family's difficult history, noting they had only "inklings" of such abuse before. Amy portrayed Jimmy Lee as a predator and a "true monster" hiding beneath a charming facade. The memoir and ensuing discussions shed light on previously hidden family secrets and the harsh realities behind the Duggar family image.