TLC , which produces the show `` Jon & Kate Plus 8 '' -- told CNN that the Heenes had `` approached us months ago '' about a possible show , `` and we passed . '' Authorities say story of boy in runaway balloon a hoax . Family wanted publicity for reality TV jobs , sheriff says . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Lawyer says Heene family deserves presumption of innocence .
Authorities say story of boy in runaway balloon a hoax . Family wanted publicity for reality TV jobs , sheriff says . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Lawyer says Heene family deserves presumption of innocence .