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That’s What Siblings Are For! A Look Back at Israel Dillard’s Cutest Big Brother Moments

Reality TV

Dec 27, 2019 6:45 pm·

By Samantha Benitz

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There’s no buddy like a brother! Jill Dillard (née Duggar) and Derick Dillard‘s kids, Israel David Dillard and Samuel Scott Dillard, have captivated fans over the years. Viewers watched as the parents raised their first son, Israel, back in 2015. The former Counting On stars soon welcomed their second bouncing baby boy, Samuel, in 2017. Since then, we’ve watched the two tots grow up! Though they’ve left the family’s show, Jill has continued to share updates about her pride and joys on social media, including the milestones and memories. Scroll through the gallery to relive Israel’s sweetest big brother moments!

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Isreal Dillard’s Cutest Big Brother Moments

Fun in the Tub

In February 2018, Jill took to Instagram with a darling snap of her boys during bath time. The reality star couldn’t help but gush over her sweet “water babies.”

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Chilling on the Couch

Blue-eyed Samuel took center-stage in this precious photo shared on proud mom, Jill’s page. “These 2! Israel always asks, ‘hold baby Samuel?!’ #bigbrother,” she wrote.

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Afternoon Strolls

Israel covered his eyes from the bright sun while going on a walk with his mama and little bro. The toddler appeared to be *over* it. Jill captioned the pic, “You know you’re a mom when … you walk 1hr. 10 min with both boys to get to a @chickfila 🐔.”

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Cuddle Sessions

Derick and Jill’s youngest son, Samuel, already looks up so much to his older sibling. The TLC alum revealed that Sam actually just came over and laid down in Israel’s lap when she captured this sweet snap. Cuteness overload!

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~ Shopping Is More Fun Together ~

So, Jill and Derick made the most out of their trip to the store in September 2018. “Going on a date to Sam’s can definitely work,” he wrote. “There’s food and even entertainment for the little ones.” Samuel and Israel both enjoyed the front seat view!

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Sweet Smooches

How #adorbs is this photo? “Israel loves his baby brother,” the reality star dad captioned this endearing throwback snap and of course, fans were living for it.

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Hangin’ in the Hammock

Ah, nothing like hanging with the boys. Derick, Israel and Samuel appeared to be in great spirits while soaking up the sunshine outside. Look at how little Sam was!

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Showing Support

Jill had the honors of cutting Derick, Israel and even Samuel’s hair. When Sam got nervous, Israel sweetly held his little brother’s hand. “She’s my favorite hair stylist and has cut my hair ever since we met in Nepal,” Derick said while praising her skills.

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Bubbles Galore

Nothing like toys and bath time! It seems like Israel and Samuel always have a ball while hanging in the tub — and mom, Jill, also enjoyed some reading so it was a win-win.

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Time to Feast

Israel and Samuel clearly like starting off the morning with a yummy breakfast. The two were all smiles while waiting for mom and dad to finish making eggs and bacon.

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Take a Step

Got you, bro! Israel held Samuel’s hand while he focused on taking a step in this charming pic. “So happy about these adorable hand dyed and handmade outfits from @bakers_bespoke,” Jill wrote, while talking about their stylish ensembles.

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Casting Their Votes

Jill posted this photo in November 2018 and shared the cute story behind it writing, “So I was explaining the whole voting process to Israel and as we were walking over with our ballot (Israel was helping carry it) to drop it in the box he tells the guy directing us, ‘hey, this says we voted for John Duggar.'” TMI alert!

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Cooking Cuties

Derick and Jill’s kids are already learning their way around a kitchen, having whipped up some yummy cookies and more. On February 4, 2019, the reality star praised her boys in a post on Instagram. “Mommy’s big helpers! They love helping me wash beans,” she gushed.

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Priceless Expressions

Those smiles are too much! “These boys! 💙 #brothers #israeldaviddillard #samuelscottdillard,” Jill captioned this photo, showing them giggling up a storm in bed before falling asleep.

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Dynamic Duo

Israel and Samuel appeared to be having the time of their lives while enjoying some fun at the park with friends. Israel even pushed his brother on the swing!

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Lending a Helping Hand

Jill was loving it when Israel started styling her hair in this precious snap shared on March 23, 2019. The former 19 Kids and Counting star revealed that Israel asked, “Mommy, can I do your hair so it will look nice if somebody comes by?” Who knows, maybe Samuel will learn the ropes next!

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The More, the Merrier

Israel hugged Jill extra tight while enjoying some “cuddles and book time with Tía Amber and little adorable Seth.” Samuel was doing his own thing, playing by the piano!

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So Photogenic

Derick and Jill’s oldest son is already learning to take photos of himself like a pro. “This little cutie … always loves taking selfies on my phone. Haha,” the mother-of-two wrote while sharing a new snap of her bundle of joy.

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Pushing the Stroller

Israel showed off how strong he was while helping to push around his little brother in a stroller. Jill shared the sweet moment in a YouTube video posted on the Dillard Family blog.

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Feeding His Bro

Perhaps he tried out the choo-choo train! Israel fed Samuel in another sweet video, showing off how precious their bond is. We’re sure there’s plenty more heartwarming moments to come.

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Stealing Some Snacks

There’s no better way to bond than over some oatmeal cookies you snuck out of the cookie jar together.

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Israel and Samuel Dillard Eat Together Outside

Sharing a Meal

The two boys headed outside to have a nice dinner together, and it looks like the kids’ table was the place to be for this meal.

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Checking On Mommy

After Jill sent the boys outside to play, she shared this adorable snap of them both peeking their heads back in.

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Israel Dillard Helps Samuel Pick Out a Pumpkin

Picking a Pumpkin

Older brothers know best when it comes to finding the perfect pumpkin in the lot! The two Dillard boys worked together to find the right one for them.

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Israel Dillard Snaps Selfie With Mom Jill and Brother Samuel

Saying Cheese

Everyone looks pretty adorable in this shot, but we think Sam might still have some lessons to learn from his big bro about actually looking at the camera.

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