Robyn Brown, often regarded as one of the most divisive figures in “Sister Wives,” continues to stir controversy with her actions. Many viewers believe she is the most manipulative and controlling person on the show, not only impacting the relationships among the adults but also influencing her own children in disturbing ways. Robyn has crafted a narrative that paints her family as victims, convincing her kids that they were never truly accepted by the rest of the Brown family. But is that the reality, or has she rewritten history to fit her own agenda?

Fans have taken to social media to express their frustration, particularly on Reddit, where discussions about Robyn’s manipulation are rampant. Some recall how her children were warmly welcomed when she spiritually married Kody. At the time, they were young—just 10, 8, and 6—and video footage from past seasons shows them engaging in family activities, receiving hugs, exchanging gifts, and being treated like part of the Brown clan. There was even a moment when one of the boys playfully hit one of Robyn’s daughters—something that often happens between siblings. However, Robyn has since twisted these events, convincing her children that they were never accepted.

Many believe Robyn has brainwashed her kids, feeding them a false narrative that the rest of the family never wanted them around. Some fans argue that she used their supposed exclusion as a tool to isolate them further, making them dependent on her and Kody. Others point out that it wasn’t until Kody’s relationships with his other wives deteriorated that Robyn began spinning the story that her children were outsiders. When Kody’s other wives and children refused to blindly follow his strict new rules, Robyn allegedly told her kids, “See? If they loved you, they would follow the rules.” This reinforced the idea that they were unwelcome, even though it was Kody and Robyn who distanced themselves from the family.

Robyn’s tactics didn’t stop at rewriting history—she also manipulated her children into believing they deserved special treatment. Some fans recall how, over time, she shifted the focus from simply being included to being prioritized. She expected the Brown family to revolve around her kids, and when that didn’t happen, she played the victim. A telling sign of her exclusionary behavior was when she refused to bring her children to visit the other families, despite Christine and Janelle making efforts to ensure all the kids bonded. 

Many also point to how Robyn’s children were never held to the same standard as the rest of the Brown kids. Unlike Christine and Janelle’s children, who were taught independence and resilience, Robyn’s kids were seemingly coddled and shielded from criticism. If any of the older children corrected or scolded them, it became a major issue. One fan recalled how the family reacted when one of the older boys scolded Solomon—it was as if he had committed a crime. Yet, this was common behavior among all the Brown children, proving that Robyn’s kids weren’t being singled out; they were simply being treated like everyone else.