Amber Johnston and Trent Johnston, stars of 7 Little Johnstons, have been receiving TLC checks since the show premiered in 2015. However, there is speculation among fans regarding whether they are keeping all the TLC money for themselves or sharing it with their children.
Over the past decade and 14 seasons, 7 Little Johnstons has proven to be a lucrative venture for the family. On average, TLC pays approximately ten percent of the production budget per episode, which translates to around $25,000 to $40,000 per episode for Amber and Trent Johnston. Considering the show typically has ten or more episodes per season, the accumulated earnings can be substantial.
Given that Trent and Amber are known to be controlling parents, it wouldn’t be surprising if they are retaining most of the TLC cash. It is possible that they distribute the money in small increments, similar to an allowance, even though their children are now adults.
After so many seasons of 7 Little Johnstons, viewers are naturally curious about where the money has gone and how it is divided. There are conflicting signals that further confuse fans. For instance, Liz Johnston expressed concerns about paying rent after Brice Bolden left, while Anna Johnston recently purchased her own house. Additionally, Alex and Emma Johnston own nice cars, raising questions about the source of their spending money—whether it comes from TLC or their side businesses.
One fan even pointed out Jonah Johnston’s $20,000 watch in scenes from 7 Little Johnstons. While viewers may never receive a definitive answer, it is evident that the TLC money is being used in various ways within the family.