Following the news that Jon Gosselin is trying to shut down production of “Kate Plus 8,” PerezHilton.com got the scoop from Gosselin’s manager, who says this is not a tactic to get more money fro TLC.

Jon Gosselin’s manager, Mike Heller, tells Perez: “Jon Gosselin is the new David and TLC is the new Goliath. Jon is empowered by his new attorney, Mark Jay Heller, to take back control of his family. Even if it means the revenue stream will be cut off. Jon’s priority is family not money. THIS IS NOT A NEGOTIATION TACTIC TO get more money from TLC.”