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The darkest moment the Brown family has ever faced will be a part of Sister Wives Season 19. The upcoming season of the TLC reality series will address the March 2024 death of Janelle Brown and Kody Brown’s son Garrison Brown. 

‘Sister Wives’ family navigates the loss of Garrison Brown 

On August 13, TLC announced that Sister Wives will return to TV in September 2024. The new season will chronicle the further breakdown of Kody’s relationships with three of his former wives: Janelle, Meri Brown, and Christine Brown. A trailer for the new season focuses primarily on the tension between Kody and his ex-wives, as well as Janelle, Christine, and Meri’s efforts to move on from polygamy and Kody’s fourth wife, Robyn Brown, coming to terms with being in a monogamous marriage. 

Garrison’s death is not mentioned in the trailer, but a press release from the network confirms that it will be covered in season 19. 

“This season, the family faces the devastating passing of Janelle and Kody’s son, Garrison Brown,” reads the synopsis. “Through the heartbreaking pain, the family navigates this incredible tragedy and comes together to mourn and celebrate his life.”  

Garrison died in March 2024 

Janelle Brown of 'Sister Wives' is presented with a flag at a memorial service for her son, Garrison Brown
Members of the Brown family at a memorial service for Garrison Brown on March 24, 2024. |U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Adrianne Lopez
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Garrison died by suicide on March 5 at age 25. He was one of six children Janelle shared with Kody, who has 18 children in total with four women. 

“Kody and I are deeply saddened to announce the loss of our beautiful boy Robert Garrison Brown,” his parents shared in a statement posted to both their Instagram accounts. “He was a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him. His loss will leave such a big hole in our lives that it takes our breath away. We ask that you please respect our privacy and join us in honoring his memory.”

The tragedy united the fractured Brown family as they came together to mourn Garrison’s death. Photos from a celebration of life held by his National Guard unit show Janelle, Kody, Meri, Christine, Robyn, and many of the Brown children honoring his memory at an emotional ceremony. 

Janelle shared some of the photos on her Instagram, where she thanked people for their support in her time of grief. 

“It’s been hard to get my brain to work properly again. I am so grateful for the outpouring of love and support I’ve received these last three weeks,” she wrote. “The support has been overwhelming. I am honored. So many of you shared stories of your loved ones. So many of you wrote of your thoughts and prayers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

Sister Wives Season 19 premieres Sunday, Sept. 15 at 10 p.m. ET on TLC.

How to get help: In the U.S., call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or 1-800-273-8255. Or text HOME to 741-741 to speak with a trained crisis counselor at the free Crisis Text Line.

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