LPBW’ Star Zach Roloff on Relationship With Dad Matt Roloff Nothing’s Been Fixed

Zach Roloff, star of Little People, Big World, has been candid about his difficult relationship with his father, Matt Roloff. On the latest episode of his podcast, Raising Heights, Zach shared an update on the ongoing tensions between him and Matt, revealing that the situation remains unresolved. “It’s not great,” Zach admitted, highlighting that time has not healed the rift between them.

The father-son relationship took a major hit after Matt refused to sell part of the Roloff family farm to Zach and his wife, Tori. The disagreement over the farm was just one piece of the puzzle—Zach and Matt have also clashed over other family issues, including Matt’s relationship with Karen Chandler. These conflicts were front and center during Little People, Big World Season 25, which aired earlier in 2024, showing the strain in their relationship as it unfolded on-screen.

Watching the Drama Play Out on TV: A Fresh Wound

For Zach, seeing the family drama play out on television months after it happened brought up painful memories. “You kind of give yourself some space after filming ends, but the show airs 6 months later, and it brings up old wounds,” Zach explained. The emotional scars of the past were reopened as viewers witnessed the ongoing tensions between him and Matt.

“It’s a bummer,” Zach continued, expressing frustration with the way people are still reacting to the situation. “People are still in denial and thinking they didn’t do anything wrong.” Zach’s disappointment was clear as he referred to this mindset as “narcissism,” underlining how unresolved issues continue to linger in the family dynamic.

Zach and Tori Clarify Their Stance on Grandparent Relationships

One of the most common rumors circulating around the family is that Zach and Tori are withholding their children from Matt and Karen. Tori took the opportunity to set the record straight, emphasizing that this is “just internet drama.” “There’s none of that going on,” she said, reassuring fans that they are not keeping their children from their grandparents.

However, the complexity of the family situation is not lost on either Zach or Tori. While Tori remains hopeful that everyone is doing their best, Zach raised doubts about whether that’s truly the case. “Are we doing our best? I don’t know,” Zach said. “I think there are times I could have done better, looking back.” Despite his reflections, Zach stressed that he is unwilling to tolerate toxic relationships, particularly when the other party is not making an effort to repair the bond.

The Hope for Reconciliation

As the Roloff family continues to navigate their complicated relationships, Zach holds onto the hope of reconciliation, though he remains skeptical about the prospects of healing. “You always hope and pray for reconciliation, that relationships will heal,” he said, acknowledging the possibility that time might bring resolution, even if it feels unlikely.

Zach’s openness about the challenges he faces with his father serves as a reminder of the emotional complexities that come with being in the public eye. As fans continue to follow the Roloff family’s journey, it’s clear that some wounds may take much longer to heal, and the path to reconciliation remains uncertain.