Jill was the second of the Duggar children to get married.
At the time of the wedding Jill was 23 years old and Derick was 25 years old.
Courtship[]
Jill and Derick first met when he came to her house while Christmas caroling in December 2011, however, they've stated that they don't remember each other. Before leaving for Nepal, Derick met Jim Bob Duggar, and the two became prayer partners. In March 2013, he met Jill over the phone, and began praying and asking God for direction on whether he should continue getting to know Jill. The two began talking more seriously via email and Skype in August 2013, at Jim Bob's suggestion, as featured on the 19 Kids and Counting episode "Another Courtship?". On November 16, 2013, Jill and Jim Bob went to Kathmandu, Nepal to meet Derick. During this trip, Jill and Derick entered an official courtship on November 22, 2013. He asked her to court in front of a hotel in Kathmandu. This trip was featured on the 19 Kids and Counting episodes "Going the Distance for Love" and "The Big Question". After returning home the following January, Jill and Derick began spending more time together in person, as featured on the 19 Kids and Counting episode "A Toast to Love".
Engagement[]
On February 18, 2014, Derick asked Jim Bob's permission to propose to Jill. Derick had a song written by singer-songwriter Walker Hayes to be played before his proposal. The song "When He Made You" chronicles the couple's love story. On March 29, 2014, Derick proposed to Jill at Bentonville City Square, and she answered "yes, totally!". Their engagement was featured on the 19 Kids and Counting episode "The Proposal".
Wedding[]
Jill Michelle Duggar married Derick Michael Dillard on June 21, 2014, at Cross Church in Springdale, Arkansas. The couple shared their first kiss at the wedding in front of more than 1,000 guests. The couple shared their first kiss at the altar. The wedding was officiated by Scott Hill. The pianist was Jill's family friend Erin Paine. Her dress was designed by Ava Laurenne Bride. Their wedding was featured on the 19 Kids and Counting episode "Jill's Wedding" and their YouTube channel.
Wedding party[]
| Bridesmaids | Groomsmen | Ringbearer | Flower girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jana Duggar (Maid of honor) Sister of the bride |
Daniel Dillard (Best man) Brother of the groom |
Jackson Duggar Brother of the bride |
Jennifer Duggar Sister of the bride |
| Jessa Duggar Sister of the bride |
Tony Dillard Cousin of the groom |
Michael Duggar Nephew of the bride |
Jordyn Duggar Sister of the bride |
| Jinger Vuolo Sister of the bride |
John-David Duggar Brother of the bride |
Josie Duggar Sister of the bride | |
| Joy Duggar Sister of the bride |
Joseph Duggar Brother of the bride |
Mackynzie Duggar Niece of the bride | |
| Johannah Duggar Sister of the bride |
Stephen Jones Friend of the groom |
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| Anna Duggar Sister-in-law of the bride |
Madison McCalmon Friend of the groom |
Honeymoon[]
For their honeymoon, Jill and Derick went to Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. They rented a beach house and spent time on the beach, toured the Wright Brothers National Memorial, packed a picnic lunch and spent an afternoon at the Bodie Island Lighthouse, and saw a fireworks show.
