In Flagstaff, Arizona, profound grief has descended upon the family of “Sister Wives” stars Janelle and Kody Brown following the death of their son, Robert Garrison Brown, at the age of 25. 

The young man, known affectionately as Garrison, died from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, marking a devastating chapter for a family long in the public eye.

The news was confirmed by the Flagstaff Police Department, which responded to a call at Garrison’s residence on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Upon arrival, officers were met by Garrison’s brother, Gabriel, who discovered Garrison’s lifeless body. 

This loss has been felt deeply not just by his immediate family but also by the broader community and fans of the popular TLC reality show “Sister Wives,” which has documented the polygamous Brown family since 2010.

“Sister Wives” focuses on the lives of 55-year-old Kody, previously engaged in polygamy, his spouse Robyn Sullivan, and his former wives Janelle Brown, Meri Barber, and Christine Allred. The show includes their extensive family of 18 children and six grandchildren. Janelle parted ways with Kody in 2023, concluding a 29-year-long “spiritual marriage.”

The audience met Garrison for the first time in 2010 during the TLC series, which provided a peek into the daily life of the polygamous family.

The highly popular reality show on TLC was initially set in Lehi, Utah, relocated to Las Vegas in 2011, and then made its way to Flagstaff in 2018. Throughout its run, Garrison’s journey, from his ambitions to challenges, was shared with an audience that grew to care deeply for him. 

Beyond the glare of television cameras, Garrison lived a life marked by accomplishment and personal struggle. His participation in the National Guard was a testament to his commitment to serve, while his ventures, including launching an online clothing store, showcased his entrepreneurial spirit. Yet, despite these achievements, Garrison faced challenges, including a strained relationship with his father, Kody, particularly in recent years as family tensions surfaced over various issues, including the family’s handling of COVID-19 protocols.

In a recent social media post, Garrison showcased a photo of a recently adopted cat, introducing “Ms. Buttons” to his followers. He shared that Ms. Buttons, a nine-year-old cat facing euthanasia, was saved by his intervention, humorously attributing this to his savior complex and hashtagging “#crazycatlady.”

TLC, the network behind “Sister Wives,” has extended its deepest sympathies to the Browns, a sentiment echoed by countless fans and viewers who have followed the family’s journey over the years.