Summary
- Kim Plath's relationship with her new boyfriend, Ken Palmer, has generated curiosity and kept her in the spotlight since the end of Welcome to Plathville season 4.
- Kim's hypocritical ways, as seen in the show, have made her a polarizing character among fans, particularly due to her change in lifestyle and strict rules for her children.
- Fans on Reddit have questioned Kim's new relationship, with some speculating that Ken may have been catfished, while others believe the clues line up. Kim's children follow Ken on social media, and there has been no statement from Isaac Plath regarding his feelings about his mother's new partner.
Even though Kim Plath has been lying low since Welcome to Plathville season 4 ended, curiosity surrounding her boyfriend, Kenneth Palmer, has kept her in the spotlight. It was shocking when Kim and Barry Plath's marriage eroded at the end of Welcome to Plathville season 5. The parents of nine seemed tight-knit, with no one knowing there were issues behind closed doors. While there will likely be more information about Ken in the highly anticipated Welcome to Plathville season 5, there are some details available regarding Kim's newfound beau.
Kim was always a polarizing character in Welcome to Plathville due to her hypocritical ways. She and her ex-husband, Barry, brought their children up on a secluded farm in rural Georgia where sugar was forbidden. The children also weren't allowed to watch TV, play video games, or go to school. As the children aged, a few, like Moriah and Ethan Plath, rebelled against their mother's rules. When season 3 aired, Kim was shockingly no longer practicing what she preached. The matriarch had decided she was over her strict lifestyle and was ready to live on the wild side again.
Is Kim Plath Dating Ken Palmer?
It was shocking when it came to light Kim was now in a relationship with Ken. The couple revealed their relationship in early 2023. It turns out that Ken, who works as an Aviation Maintenance Instructor at Lively Technical College, was also Issac Plath's flight instructor. Ken is also an A&P Technician and a private pilot. Even though Ken's Instagram is private, it was revealed that Kim's children, specifically Isaac, Micah, and Lydia Plath, all follow him on social media. Ken also has multiple photos of him flying with Issac.
Fans Questioned Kim Plath On Reddit
Welcome to Plathville fans took to Reddit with SNARK63 asking if anyone had any "thoughts" about Kim's new beau. While some felt Ken may have been "catfished," others felt the clues lined up. Kim has also commented on Ken's profile pic writing, "hottie," which set fans off. Many felt "sorry" for Isaac, but the young pilot hasn't revealed his feelings about his mother's new man.
While Reddit users joked that Isaac better be getting free flight lessons, others pointed out that Kim and Barry hadn't filed for divorce, though that has since occurred. Once again, Kim proved how her beliefs and opinions on the sanctity of marriage must have gone right out the window. Rather than accuse Kim of hypocrisy, maybe it's better to express relief that Kim is releasing herself and her family from their highly oppressive belief system.
The Plaths have kept relatively quiet about Kim's relationship with Ken, but hopefully, the new season of Welcome to Plathville will cover the transition. Barry has been keeping to himself and spending a lot of time with his children, who have supported him throughout the difficult circumstances. Kim has yet to be seen in family photos, as the older kids seem to have distanced themselves from her. At least now, Kim has found a sturdy shoulder to cry on in Ken.
Source: SNARK63/Reddit