Who is Kelly Jo Bates? Kelly Jo Bates Biography and Wiki

Kelly Jo Bates is an American reality television star who was born and brought up in Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States of America. She appears in Bringing Up Bates, a reality television show that airs on Up TV featuring the actress, her husband William “Gil” Bates, and their 19 children. Besides their show, Kelly Bates is always busy as a stay at home mom. For the past 22 years, Gil Bates’ wife has been pregnant every year and she’d still want to to have more kids.

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10 Quick Facts About Kelly Jo Bates

1. 1. Name: Kelly Jo Bates
   2. Age:55 years
   3. Birthday: October 26
   4. Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
   5. Height: Not Known
   6. Nationality: American
   7. Occupation: Reality Television Star
   8. Marital Status: Married
   9. Salary: Under Review
   10. Net worth: $1 million – $5 million

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Kelly Jo Bates Age and Birthday, How Old is Kelly Jo Bates?

The Bringing Up Bates star is 55 years, she was born Kelly Jo Callaham in October 26, 1966, in South Carolina, the United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on 26th October every year. Kelly Bates will be 56 years old on Oct. 26th 2022. Nevertheless, we are still reviewing where Kelly hails from as well as her childhood details.

Kelly Jo Bates Height and Weight

Jo Bates stands at an average height and moderate weight. If her photos relative to her surroundings are anything to go by, Mrs Bates appears to be a few inches shorter than Gil Bates who stands at 1.70 meters tall and weighs 74 kgs. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Kelly Jo Bates Education

Anderson University was the first college Kelly Bates attended before transferring to Carson Newman University. It is at Anderson where she met Gil Bates while serving in the same ministry team. We neither know the year she graduated nor what course she pursued there.

The truth, however, is that Kelly tutored her husband when he needed help with the chemistry class. Prior to joining college, Kelly graduated at Spartanburg High School in the northern part of South Carolina.

Kelly Jo Bates Family, Kelly Jo Bates Parents

Kelly Bates is the fourth child of Betty Jo Smith and Kenneth H. Callaham, Sr. Her father and mother divorced when Kelly was a child. Later on when Kelly was a teenager, news came that her dad had passed away aged 69. Soon after, her mom married another man acting as her guardian until she became an adult. Like her biological father, her mom’s second husband died too.

Kelly Jo Bates Mother, Betty Jo Callaham

Betty Jo Smith, later changed her last name to Callaham, is the mother of Kelly Bates. Kelly’s mom has been married thrice after losing her two husbands. Together with her first spouse, Kenneth H. Callaham, Betty has six children, two of whom were adopted. She also has step-children from her second husband, William “Bill” Miller. Relating to her photos, Betty Jo Callaham appears to be quite young though according to our reliable sources, the ‘grandma’ is in her late 70s. She is fond of her grandchildren as she is always seen in their weddings and other events.

Kelly Jo Bates Siblings

Kelly Bates is the younger sister of Chip Callaham, Kay Mount, and Kim Adkins. Her two younger siblings, Beth and Beka Miller were adopted. In addition, the Bringing Up Bates actress is the stepsister of William, Ty, and Lee Miller who are Bill Miller’s kids.

Kelly Jo Bates Husband, Gil and Kelly Jo Bates

Jo Bates is married to William Gilvin commonly referred to as Gil Bates. The couple tied their knot in December 19, 1987 and together they are blessed with nineteen kids, 10 daughters and 9 sons who have been listed below on the children section. The family resides in rural Tennessee.

Kelly Jo Bates Husband, Gil Bates

Kelly Jo Callaham’s husband, Gil Bates, is an American businessman, pastor and actor best known for appearing in his reality television show, Bringing Up Bates. Besides, Gil owns the Bates Tree Service which is a tree excavating company. He runs and manages the tree business with his sons who get a living out of helping their father. Gil Bates is also a Christian preacher at Bible Baptist Church based in Clinton, Tennessee which he started in September 2015. He is also a top executive serving on the board of directors for the Institute in Basic Life Principles.

Kelly Jo Bates Husband Gil Bates Age, How Old Is Gil Bates?

Gil Bates is 55 years old as of 2020. He was born on 1st January 1965 in Honea Path, South Carolina, the United States. Kelly’s husband celebrates his birthday every 1st of January.

Kelly Jo Bates Husband, Gil Bates Parents

Gil Bates is the first born of Bill and Jane Bates. The couple have three children together, a daughter named Jennifer  Bates as well as two sons, Gil and Greg Bates.

Kelly Jo Bates Husband, Gil Bates Surgery

In September 2019, Gil Bates underwent a rotator cuff surgery, which is meant to aid his shoulder straighten up again. In addition, the pastor holds a push-up challenge with teenagers in his church; For every push-up they do, Gil does two with only one hand.

Kelly Jo Bates Children

Gil and Kelly Bates have ten daughters and nine sons namely Zach, Lawson, Nathan, Trace, Katie, Jackson, Warden, Isaiah, Addallee, Ellie, Callie, Judson, and Jeb Bates, Michaella Keilen, Erin Paine, Alyssa Webster, Tori Smith, Carlin Stewart, and Josie Balka.

• Zachary Gilvin “Zach” was born in December 30, 1988 and he is the husband of Whitney Perkins. The couple share a son and two daughters.
• Michael Christian “Michaella” was born in January 23, 1990 and she is married to Brandon Keilen.
• Erin Elise was born in May 2, 1991 and she is married to Chad Paine. The couple share a son and three daughters.
• William “Lawson” was born in July 27, 1992.
• Kenneth Nathaniel “Nathan” was born in August 29, 1993.
• Alyssa Joy was born in November 9, 1994 and she is married to John Webster. The couple share three daughters.
• Tori Layne was born in December 20, 1995 and she is married to Bobby Smith. The couple share two sons.
• Trace Whitfield was born in February 1, 1997.
• Carlin Brianne was born in April 11, 1998 and she is married to Evan Stewart. The couple share a daughter.
• Josie Kellyn was born in August 4, 1999 and she is married to Kelton Balka. The couple share a daughter.
• Katie Grace was born in October 5, 2000 and she is dating Travis Clark.
• Jackson Ezekiel was born in February 17, 2002
• Warden Justice was born in May 19, 2003
• Isaiah Courage was born in October 16, 2004
• Addallee Hope was born in February 17, 2006
• Ellie Bridget was born in April 28, 2007
• Callie-Anna Rose was born in August 2, 2009
• Judson “Jud” Wyatt was born in September 15, 2010
• Jeb Colton was born in February 1, 2012

Kelly Jo Bates Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Kelly Bates;

Kelly Jo Bates Bio and Wiki

• Full Names: Kelly Jo Bates • Popular As: Bringing Up Bates Star • Gender: Female • Occupation / Profession: Reality TV actress • Education‎: Carson Newman University • Town/City: Rural Tennessee • Nationality: American • Ethnicity: White • Religion: Christian

Kelly Jo Bates Birthday

• Age: 53 • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio • Date of Birth: October 26, 1966 • Place of Birth: Spartanburg, South Carolina, U.S.A • Birthday: 26th October

Kelly Jo Bates Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Under Review • Eye Color: Brown • Hair Color: Dark-brown • Height: Average • Weight: Under Review

Kelly Jo Bates Salary and Net Worth

• Net Worth: $1 million – $5 million • Salary: Under Review • Source of Income: Reality TV actress

Kelly Jo Bates Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Kenneth H. Callaham • Mother: Betty Jo Callaham • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Chip Callaham, Kay Mount, Kim Adkins, Beth and Beka Miller • Marital Status: Kelly is married to Gil Bates • Spouse: Kelly Bates’ husband is Gilvin Bates • Children: 10 daughters and 9 sons

Kelly Jo Bates Weight Loss

In one episode of Bringing Up Bates, Kelly wants to lose weight in a quick way before Michaella’s wedding. She also wants a weight loss challenge against Gil then ask the children to decide who looks best. Her strategies for losing weight are, however, unhealthy considering that she eats an unbalanced meal at a restaurant and lifts weight in a jean skirt. Rather than eating healthy and changing her lifestyle she looks for a shortcut of losing weight.

Kelly Jo Bates Bringing Up Bates

In 2008, Kelly Bates and the Duggar family aired their own reality show on TLC known as 17 Kids and Counting. The Bates family was then featured in the episode “When Big Families Collide”, and they began appearing on other episodes ever since. In fact, one of the episodes of 17 Kids and Counting was titled The Bates Family: And Baby Makes 19 which was an introduction of their own reality show, United Bates of America. The latter f was first aired on TLC in August 13, 2012. However, the show was short lived as it was canceled in October 6, 2012 after running for one season. Two years later, the Bates began filming for a second reality show, Bringing Up Bates which premiered on UpTV on January 1, 2015. The show is now in its 9th season.

Kelly Jo Bates Salary

Reality television actresses salaries range from an average of $45,675 to $110,000 a year. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the actress in question. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary and net worth of Kelly Bates but we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

Kelly Jo Bates Net Worth

The South Carolina native has enjoyed a long career in the reality television world spanning over a decade. Through proceeds from her work as Bringing Up Bates star, she has been able to accumulate a modest fortune. She is estimated to have a net worth that ranges between $1 million and $5 million.

Kelly Jo Bates House

The Bates live in a five-bedroom, 4,000-square-foot home in rural Tennessee.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kelly Bates

Who is Kelly Jo Bates?

Kelly Bates is a renowned reality TV actress who gained extensive recognition after appearing as a cast member of Bringing Up Bates.

How old is Kelly Jo Bates?

She is an American national born on October 26, 1966, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

How tall is Kelly Jo Bates?

Kelly stands at an average height but she has not shared her height with the public. Her height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is Kelly Jo Bates married?

Yes, she is married to Gil Bates. They got married in December 19, 1987 and together they have nineteen children. The couple resides in rural Tennessee with some of their kids.

How much is Kelly Jo Bates worth?

She has an approximate net worth that ranges between $1 million and $5 million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the entertainment industry.

How much does Kelly Bates make?

Kelly Bates has not yet revealed her annual income.

Where does Kelly Bates live?

She is a resident of rural TN, USA. We shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.

Is Kelly Bates dead or alive?

Kelly is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Kelly Bates Now?

Kelly is still an active participant in the creative entertainment industry. She still appears on Bringing Up Bates, a reality TV show that was released on January 1, 2015 in the US and later dates in other countries. The trailer is freely available on YouTube.

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