💔 Divorce After 19 Years of Marriage
In June 2024, Karen (44) and Deon Derrico (41) officially filed for divorce after nearly two decades of marriage. The filing was finalized within just two days.
Together, they share 14 children, including their eldest daughter Darian (18) and 13 minors for whom they’ve been granted joint legal and physical custody.
Under the agreement, Deon pays monthly child support, while Karen remains responsible for the children’s health insurance. Despite the split, they both emphasized their continued commitment to co-parenting harmoniously.
The Show Must Go On – Season 6 Confirmed
Despite their separation, both Karen and Deon confirmed that they continued filming the show after the divorce.
On May 30, 2025, TLC officially announced that Season 6 of Doubling Down With the Derricos would premiere in the summer, featuring updates about the family’s dynamic post-divorce and Darian leaving home for college.
Viewers can expect a raw, emotional, and honest look at how the family is adjusting to new routines while maintaining unity for their children. (SoapOperaSpy, Parade)
A Family Tragedy
In mid-2024, Deon shared heartbreaking news that his nephew, Amani Barkley, had passed away after a long battle with autoimmune hepatitis.
Amani was previously featured in the series, and his passing deeply affected the family. Deon launched a GoFundMe campaign to support Amani’s son and honor his legacy. (People)
Life After Divorce
Following their separation, Karen increased her social media presence, sharing positive updates about her children and daily life as a single mom.
Meanwhile, Deon remains closely involved with TLC and the show’s production team. Reddit discussions suggest he is exploring potential new platforms or spin-offs once the current contract ends in late 2025.
The family appears committed to maintaining normalcy for their children while preparing for the next chapter—both on-screen and off. (Reddit)
