Lydia Plath’s romantic life has sparked curiosity among fans, especially after the conclusion of season 6. The latest season of Welcome to Plathville aired its final episode in early October 2024, shedding light on the romantic experiences of the Plath family.
Raised by parents Kim and Barry Plath on a farm in Cairo, Georgia, their ten children (including one who has passed away) grew up in a strictly conservative household. The Plath kids were brought up with strong religious beliefs and minimal outside influence. However, recent seasons have shown a considerable shift in the family dynamics.
“I’m dating someone special,” Lydia reveals exciting news in the season 5 finale, keeping his identity a secret
Following their divorce in 2022, Barry and Kim have relaxed their parenting style and embraced new values. Lydia, the family’s middle child, shares the spotlight with siblings Ethan, Moriah, Micah, Isaac, Amber, Cassia, and Mercy, while their eldest sibling, Hosanna, has never appeared on the show.
Although Lydia often found herself overshadowed by her siblings’ romantic entanglements, she emerged with a more presence in season 6, showcasing intriguing developments in her dating life.
Recognized for her deep religious convictions, Lydia has always been seen as the most devout among the Plath children. Throughout her upbringing, she maintained a prayer closet and openly discussed her commitment to God and the importance of seeking forgiveness. However, her actions have raised eyebrows at times.
For example, after her sister Moriah ended her relationship with Max Kallschmidt due to his infidelity, Lydia asked Moriah if she could still spend time with him, which struck many as odd. Additionally, in season 6, she expressed discomfort with her mother Kim’s boyfriend, Ken Palmer, saying, “I have never disliked Ken, but I’m also not like ‘Yay, excited.’”
This suggests that while Lydia aims to embody her faith, her behavior doesn’t always align with those ideals. During the season 5 finale, which aired in December 2023, Lydia excitedly revealed she was dating someone special, whom she described as “amazing,” though she kept his identity a secret.
She mentioned that he was a “man of God” who had already met her friends and family. Speculation arose that this mystery boyfriend could be Nathan Meggs, brother of Olivia Plath, but this remains unverified. By season 6, Lydia announced that she had parted ways with her boyfriend and had taken time to travel.
So, is Lydia seeing someone new? Yes! On October 4, 2024, she shared an update on her Instagram account, marking National Boyfriend Day. While she opted to keep her new boyfriend’s identity under wraps, she didn’t hesitate to express her affection in a beautiful outdoor photo where only their hands were visible, clasped together.
In her heartfelt post, she declared, “Happy National Boyfriend Day! You’re a blessing from the Lord and have brought so much joy to my life! I can’t wait to see what the future holds!” Fans were quick to speculate about the nature of Lydia’s new relationship, with some commenting that the photo resembled a wedding picture.
Phrases like “Almost looks like a wedding photo” circulated in the comments. However, Lydia’s post clarified that she was introducing a new boyfriend, not a husband. Some even speculated about a possible pregnancy, but given her strong religious values that likely promote abstinence until marriage, this seems unlikely. Lydia is proving that she can manage her romantic life just as well as her siblings, and if season 7 happens, fans might get to meet her mystery boyfriend soon.
