After years of speculation and countless rumors, it appears that Jana Duggar, the oldest daughter of the Duggar family, is finally preparing to walk down the aisle. According to a marriage license filed in Arkansas this week, the 34-year-old former 19 Kids and Counting star is set to marry Stephen Wissmann — a name that has been linked to Jana for years, though she’s never publicly confirmed a relationship.
The news has sparked a wave of excitement among Duggar fans, many of whom have been eagerly waiting to see when, or if, Jana would follow in her siblings’ footsteps and start her own family. The marriage license, which was shared on Instagram by vlogger Katie Joy of Without a Crystal Ball, reveals that Jana and 31-year-old Stephen Wissmann applied for the license on August 14, 2024.
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In a lengthy YouTube video posted by Without a Crystal Ball, trusted sources close to the family have shared the couples’ wedding website, which had the date of their wedding listed for August 15th. The site also includes several sweet engagement photos of the pair who look beautiful together, happy and comfortable.
For those who have followed the Duggar family closely, the name Stephen Wissmann may ring a bell. Stephen is the older brother of Hannah Wissmann, who is married to Jana’s brother, Jeremiah Duggar. The two families have known each other for years, and given the close ties between the families, it’s perhaps no surprise that love blossomed between Jana and Stephen.
Romance Rumors
Rumors of a romance between the two date back to April 2021, when Jana was spotted sitting next to Stephen at a family Christmas gathering. Since then, fans have speculated about the nature of their relationship, with some even suggesting that the couple was secretly engaged or married.
Then in July, Jana shared moments from a visit to Charleston, South Carolina, where she was seen spending time with her fraternal twin brother, John David Duggar, and his wife, Abby Duggar. The post featured Jana wearing a silver ring on her left hand, which immediately caught the attention of her followers.
For many fans, the excitement is bittersweet, as they wish they could watch Jana’s wedding unfold on television, just as they did with her sisters’ weddings.
On social media, particularly on the DuggarsSnark subreddit, fans are buzzing with anticipation. One commenter expressed their eagerness, writing, “GUYS HOW ARE WE GONNA WATCH?!?!?!? I need to see everything. I’ve been waiting YEARS for this.” Another added, “The J’wedding of the century is upon us.”
The Cinderella Duggar Finds Her Prince
Often dubbed “The Cinderella Duggar,” Jana has long been patient in her quest for love and marriage, while adhering to her family’s extreme conservative values. Throughout the years, she has remained steadfast in her faith and committed to her family, even as the world watched and wondered about her future. Now, as she steps into this new season of life with Stephen by her side, we can only imagine the joy and excitement that lies ahead.
