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In a series of deeply heartbreaking episodes, Sister Wives explores the unimaginable grief of Janelle Brown as she opens up about the tragic loss of her son, Garrison Brown, to suicide. For the second week in a row, Janelle confronts the raw pain of this tragedy—offering viewers an inside look at her journey through mourning, reflection, and a surprising amount of strength that has left fans stunned.
On the May 4th episode, viewers were first introduced to the emotional aftermath of Garrison’s passing. Now, on May 11th, Janelle delves even deeper, speaking candidly about the decisions made following her son’s death, including a highly personal one—his final resting place in Wyoming. The decision struck a chord with long-time fans, as Janelle explained through tears that she wished to bury Garrison near her mother and Kody’s father, both of whom are buried there. Wyoming, a place of nostalgia and peace for the family, holds deep emotional ties for them, especially for Garrison.Janelle recounted Garrison’s fond memories of working summers on the Wyoming ranch and how those experiences helped shape who he was. She revealed that cremation, which was Garrison’s wish, allowed the family to delay the burial until warmer weather, giving everyone a chance to gather and celebrate his life in a way that felt truly meaningful.
Behind the scenes, however, the grief continues to weigh heavily on both Janelle and Kody, despite their estranged relationship. Viewers watched as the two came together, briefly setting aside their differences to honor their son. Kody revealed in a confessional that he had told Janelle, “Let’s take him home,” referring to their plan to lay Garrison to rest in Wyoming beside family. The two agreed that it was the right course of action, one that would allow them to honor his memory properly.
But the grief was not evenly shared or expressed among the Sister Wives cast. As Janelle and Kody mourned deeply, fans were shocked by what they perceived as a lack of emotion from Robyn Brown. Her reactions appeared cold or disconnected to some viewers, sparking controversy online. Rather than showing visible sadness, Robyn seemed agitated or irritable during her on-screen segments about Garrison’s death. This unexpected response didn’t sit well with fans, who were already grappling with the family’s collective pain.
One of the most devastating moments came when it was revealed that Janelle’s other son, Gabriel, was the one who discovered Garrison after his passing. Janelle, visibly shaken in her interviews, shared the heartbreaking truth about their last interactions. She had been in frequent contact with Garrison that day—nothing unusual, as they often spoke multiple times a day. “I knew he was struggling,” she admitted. “But I thought we had time. I made sure to call. I thought that mattered.”
It was later reported that Garrison had high levels of alcohol in his system at the time of his death and had been battling depression and substance abuse. These revelations only deepened the sorrow of the episode, giving viewers a clearer picture of the pain he had been enduring.
Maddie Brown Brush, Janelle and Kody’s daughter, also joined the episode to reflect on the family’s roots in Wyoming and the significance of burying Garrison there. She spoke with emotion about summers on the ranch and the life lessons they learned in those wide-open spaces. 
Christine Brown, meanwhile, used the episode to reflect on her past relationship with Kody. Now happily with David Woolley, she admitted that she hadn’t realized just how emotionally alone she had felt during her years with Kody. Her newfound emotional support with David only emphasized what she lacked before—a realization that resonated with many viewers.
Elsewhere in the episode, Meri Brown and her best friend Jen Sullivan planned for a new chapter, closing down the family’s bed and breakfast. The act marked a symbolic ending to her shared life with the Browns.
But perhaps the most gut-wrenching revelation came when Meri learned of Garrison’s death while filming a segment on her birthday. At first, she ignored a call from Kody, thinking it could wait. But when he followed up urgently, her world shifted in an instant. “It’s an emergency,” she recalled telling producers before answering. What followed was a moment of disbelief. “Are you kidding me?” she asked, devastated, after Kody told her the news: Garrison had taken his own life.
Meri rushed to Kody and Robyn’s home, where Gwen Brown met her at the door and held her in silence. The family soon gathered for a private viewing of Garrison’s body, an experience Meri described as “really, really painful.”
In another quiet moment by the fire, Kody confided in Robyn about the guilt gnawing at him. “I thought we had more time,” he whispered. Overcome with grief and regret, he confessed to being haunted by endless ‘what-ifs.’ “What if I had called more? What if I had tried harder?” His words struck a powerful chord with viewers—many of whom have watched his strained relationship with Garrison unfold over the years.
This episode didn’t just document the funeral plans and aftermath—it exposed the raw, lingering pain of a fractured family trying to make sense of a senseless loss. Cody’s grief and guilt, Janelle’s unwavering strength, Meri’s shock, and even the perceived coldness from Robyn all painted a complex picture of a family torn by tragedy.
As the Brown family attempts to move forward, the question remains: can the pain of Garrison’s death bring them closer—or will it deepen the divides that have long plagued their plural marriage?
Stay tuned for more Sister Wives updates and analysis, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Were you surprised by Janelle’s strength? Did Robyn’s reaction seem off to you? Let’s talk about it.
