The Roloff family rose to fame on the TLC reality show Little People, Big World, which followed Matt and Amy Roloff, both little people, and their four children – Jeremy, Zach, Molly, and Jacob. The show chronicled the lives of the Roloff family on their farm in Helvetia, Oregon. Now, over a decade after the show first aired, the Roloff children are grown up and some have started families of their own. Fans who grew up watching the Roloff kids are curious to know – where is Molly Roloff now?
Background on Molly Roloff
Molly Roloff was born on September 17, 1993 to Matt and Amy Roloff. She was the couple’s only daughter and the youngest of their four children. Molly was born a little person like her parents and brothers. Some key facts about Molly:
- She was born and raised in Oregon.
- She appeared on Little People, Big World starting at age 12 until her late teens.
- She seemed shy on camera compared to her twin brothers Zach and Jeremy.
- She played soccer in high school.
- She attended Whitworth University in Spokane, WA where she studied Accounting.
Why Molly Left the Show
Although she grew up on reality TV, Molly decided to leave Little People, Big World in order to live a more normal, private life. Here are some of the main reasons Molly gave for leaving the show:
Wanted to Live Out of the Spotlight
Unlike her brothers Jeremy and Zach who continued to live public lives, Molly wanted to avoid the spotlight. She has said she disliked the lack of privacy that came with reality TV fame.
Wanted a Normal College Experience
When Molly left for college, she made the decision to stop filming the show. She said she wanted to have a typical college experience without cameras following her every move.
More Focus on Studies
In several interviews, Molly has mentioned that leaving the show allowed her to focus more time and energy on her academics. She graduated college with a degree in Accounting.
What is Molly Doing Now?
So what has Molly Roloff been up to since leaving Little People, Big World at age 18? Here’s a look at her life today:
Has a Career in Accounting
After earning her Accounting degree, Molly got a job working as an Accountant. She seems to have a passion for numbers and has been working in the accounting field since her early 20s.
Lives in Spokane, Washington
Molly relocated from her hometown of Helvetia, Oregon to Spokane, Washington for college. She fell in love with the area and decided to establish roots there after graduation. She has been living in Spokane for over 5 years now.
Keeps a Private Profile
Unlike her twin brothers Zach and Jeremy who are active on social media, Molly keeps a very low profile online. She does not appear to have public social media accounts. Staying off social media allows her to maintain her privacy.
Close with Her Family
Even though she stepped back from the spotlight, Molly remains very close with her parents and siblings. She frequently returns to the farm to visit her family who all say she is doing great.
Married with a Baby
In 2021, Molly married her husband Joel. The couple had an intimate farm wedding with just close friends and family. In September 2022, they welcomed their first child, a baby girl.
Why Fans are Curious About Molly
Fans who watched Molly grow up on TV have a few reasons for being curious about her whereabouts today:
Grew Up Seeing Her on TV
Many viewers feel connected to Molly because they watched her grow up on the show for 7+ years. They are invested in her life story.
Her Siblings are Still on the Show
The show is still airing with her twin brothers Zach and Jeremy involved. Fans wonder why Molly is the only one who isn’t still on TV.
She Was Always Private
On the show, Molly tended to shy away from the cameras and reveal less about herself than her siblings. This makes fans even more intrigued about what her life off-screen is like today.
Major Life Events
Fans are interested to know about Molly’s big life events like college, career, marriage and motherhood since they didn’t get to see them on the show.
What Led to Her Disappearance From TV?
Molly Roloff spent her adolescent and teen years (ages 12-18) sharing her life on Little People, Big World. Her eventual disappearance from the show did not happen overnight. Here is a timeline of what led up to Molly leaving the show:
Age 12 – Show First Airs (2006)
Molly was thrust into the spotlight at age 12 when TLC first came to her family farm to film the new reality show. The entire Roloff family started being filmed for TV.
Ages 12-15 – Appeared on Early Seasons
During the first few seasons of Little People, Big World, Molly frequently appeared on camera. Episodes covered her hobbies, friendships, and school life.
Age 16 – Less Camera Time (2009)
At age 16, Molly began appearing less on camera. She later said this was the age she started feeling uncomfortable with the filming.
Age 18 – Left for College (2011)
When Molly moved away to attend Whitworth, she made the decision to stop participating in the show. She wanted college to be a fresh start away from reality TV.
College Years – Focused on Studies
While at Whitworth, Molly successfully stayed away from the show to focus on her accounting degree and having a typical college experience.
Age 21 – College Graduation (2014)
After graduating at age 21, Molly moved to Spokane, Washington and established her fully private, TV-free adult life and career.
Speculation Over the Years
In the years since Molly left Little People, Big World, fans have speculated about why she really stepped back from the show:
Theory: Family Feud
Some thought a major family conflict or feud led to her disappearance. But all the Roloffs deny any major drama behind the scenes.
Theory: Health Issues
Some worried Molly had major health problems and that was the real reason she left. But there have been no indications she has any health conditions.
Theory: Disliked Filming
Many fans assume Molly just genuinely disliked filming and wanted her privacy back. This seems to align with what she has said over the years.
What Does Her Family Say?
The Roloff family has been very consistent over the years when discussing Molly’s absence from the show. Here’s what they say:
She Wanted Normalcy
Both parents Amy and Matt have said Molly craved normalcy and was never fond of the cameras invading her teenage life. She is an exceptionally private person.
Wanted to Focus on Studies
Amy has emphasized that Molly was laser-focused on her academics, particularly in college. She did not want filming to distract from her studies.
Her Decision to Make
All family members reiterate that disappearing from the show was entirely Molly’s decision. They emphasize that they support and respect her choice.
She’s Very Happy Now
Matt, Amy and her siblings emphasize that Molly is happy living a quiet, private life focused on her career, husband and daughter.
Will Molly Return to TV?
Is there a chance Molly will rejoin Little People, Big World or make another TV appearance in the future? Here is some speculation:
Unlikely She Will Return
Given her adamant desire for privacy all these years, it is very unlikely Molly will return to TV or public life.
Possible Wedding Special
There is a small chance TLC could do a wedding special if she allowed limited filming of her nuptials to husband Joel.
If She Has More Kids
If Molly has more children in the future, she may decide to let the cameras capture a bit of that precious time.
For a Major Life Event
The only likely scenario would be if a truly enormous event occurred, like an anniversary special many years in the future.
Her Brother Zach Thinks No
Her brother Zach said in an interview he does not see Molly ever returning to television because “she’s just too far off the grid.”
Conclusion
Molly Roloff grew up on television but made a choice as a young adult to live a quiet, private life off camera. She stepped back from Little People, Big World around age 18 to focus on her college studies and accounting career. She now lives a happy, low-profile life married with a baby girl in Spokane, Washington. Molly values her privacy and it is unlikely she will return to reality TV. But fans will always remember her fondly as the shy, sweet Roloff daughter they saw grow up on the show.