Reality television personality Matt Roloff, known for his starring role in TLC’s “Little People, Big World,” continues to navigate family relationships following his separation from ex-wife Amy Roloff. The couple, whose family life has been documented on television since 2006, share four children together.
The Roloff family gained popularity through their reality show, which follows the lives of Matt and Amy, who both have dwarfism, and their children. Their family dynamic changed significantly when the couple divorced in 2016 after nearly 30 years of marriage.
The Roloff Family Structure
Matt and Amy Roloff’s four children include twins Jeremy and Zach (born in 1990), daughter Molly (born in 1993), and youngest son Jacob (born in 1997). Of the four children, only Zach has dwarfism like his parents.
The family’s 36-acre farm in Oregon has been a central feature of the show, serving as both their home and a tourist attraction. Following the divorce, ownership and management of the property became a point of discussion between the ex-spouses.
While the children grew up in front of television cameras, their adult lives have taken different paths:
- Jeremy and his wife Audrey left the show in 2018 to focus on their own business ventures
- Zach continues to appear on the show with his wife Tori and their children
- Molly has largely stepped away from the public eye
- Jacob departed from the show and has been vocal about his experiences growing up on television
Life After Divorce
Both Matt and Amy have moved on romantically since their split. Matt has been in a relationship with Caryn Chandler, who previously worked as the farm manager. Amy married Chris Marek in 2021, with the wedding taking place on the family farm.
“We’ve worked hard to maintain family connections despite the changes in our relationship,” Matt has stated regarding co-parenting with Amy.
The divorce has not been without challenges, particularly regarding the family farm. Tensions arose when Matt put a portion of the property up for sale in 2022, a decision that disappointed some family members who had hoped to maintain the property within the family.
The Show’s Evolution
Now in its 24th season, “Little People, Big World” has evolved from focusing on the challenges of raising a family with dwarfism to documenting the complex dynamics of an extended family navigating relationships after divorce.
The program has maintained its popularity by adapting to the family’s changing circumstances, following the next generation of Roloffs as they start their own families.
Viewers have watched as grandchildren entered the picture, with Zach and Tori welcoming three children, and Jeremy and Audrey also having three children of their own.
Despite the changes in their personal relationship, both Matt and Amy remain committed to their family. “The children and grandchildren are what matter most,” Amy has mentioned in interviews. “We may not always agree, but family comes first.”
As the show continues, fans remain invested in the Roloff family’s journey, watching how they balance their public personas with private family matters while navigating the complexities of blended families and co-parenting relationships.
