Sister Wives: Darkest Episode — Janelle & Kody Grieve Garrison’s Death | TLC’s Raw Emotional Teaser

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The newest episode of Sister Wives delivered one of the most emotionally charged moments in the show’s history as the Brown family continues to grapple with the tragic loss of Garrison Brown, the 25-year-old son of Kody and Janelle. Garrison’s untimely passing by suicide on March 5, 2024, has left the family shattered, and Sunday night’s episode revealed the raw aftermath of that heartbreak.

In the episode, viewers watched Kody Brown reflect on the broken state of his relationship with Garrison at the time of his death. His grief was palpable as he shared regrets about the lost time and missed opportunities with his son. Speaking directly to his only remaining wife, Robyn, Kody lamented, “I didn’t get to say goodbye. I thought I had more time.” These words exposed the deep remorse that’s been eating away at him since the tragedy.

Fans of the show will recall that tensions within the Brown family—especially between Kody and his older children—had been simmering for years, exacerbated by strict COVID-19 restrictions Kody and Robyn imposed. These rules drove a wedge between Kody and several of his children, Garrison included. On this week’s episode, however, Kody admitted that in the wake of his son’s death, those frustrations now seemed insignificant.

“I’m just sad,” Kody confessed, choking back tears. “How do I handle every birthday and holiday from now on?” He admitted he was told not to spiral into the “what-ifs,” but that’s exactly where he found himself—haunted by questions like, What if I’d called him? What if we’d talked more? The grief was overwhelming, and Kody’s vulnerability was unlike anything viewers had seen from him before.

This episode didn’t only spotlight Kody’s pain. Janelle, Garrison’s mother, once again emerged as a pillar of strength. She recalled the harrowing moment she received the call about her son’s death and opened up about the emotional toll it took on her. Even in her grief, she handled the situation with a grace that resonated with fans across the country. Janelle revealed that accepting Garrison’s loss took time, and that faith played a crucial role in helping her find peace. “I know I’ll see him again,” she shared on Instagram, thanking fans for their support and prayers.

Janelle also opened up about Garrison’s struggles post-pandemic, including bouts of heavy drinking and blackouts. She admitted that while these episodes concerned her, she wasn’t immediately alarmed when he stopped replying to texts that night—until it was too late. She had been texting with Garrison earlier that day, a normal routine since they usually spoke several times a day. “He needed the connection,” she said, reflecting on their last exchange.

Hunter and Logan, Garrison’s brothers, had promised to check in on him, but the next morning, the devastating news arrived—Garrison had taken his own life. The entire family was rocked by the tragedy, but Janelle, ever resilient, focused on supporting her remaining children. “My grandbabies keep me going,” she said. “They’re truly life-giving.”

Despite widespread criticism of Kody from fans—many of whom blame him for the strain in Garrison’s life—Janelle didn’t speak ill of her ex-husband. Instead, she worked with Kody to honor their son’s final wishes. Together, they agreed to have Garrison cremated and eventually buried in Wyoming, near family. “It felt right,” said Janelle, tears in her eyes. “He loved it there.”

Kody echoed this sentiment, recounting a poignant moment between them: “I told Janelle, ‘I just want to take my boy home. Let’s bury him next to Grandma Cheryl.’” For a brief moment, the fractured parents united in their grief, finding common ground in their desire to give Garrison the farewell he deserved.

However, the episode also sparked new controversy. According to sources close to the family, Cody allegedly tried to bring TLC cameras into Garrison’s National Guard funeral, a move that deeply upset many family members. Reports suggest that one of Janelle’s relatives reached out to Cody, asking him and Robyn not to attend the service if they planned to film it. Apparently, Cody was the only family member who pushed for the funeral to be documented for the show, further straining his already fragile relationship with his older children.

Viewers were also reminded that the distance between Kody and his kids didn’t begin with Garrison’s passing. After his splits with Janelle, Christine, and Meri, Kody’s ties with his older children weakened. Garrison’s death, sadly, widened that chasm even more. Blogger Michael T shared that some of the older siblings cut off contact with Kody and Robyn entirely after events surrounding the funeral.

It’s clear from this episode that Sister Wives is no longer just a reality show—it has become a chronicle of heartbreak, regret, and the attempt to find healing amid tragedy. The Browns, long accustomed to airing their drama for the world to see, have now exposed their deepest sorrow.

As this season continues, fans can expect more emotional fallout as the family continues to grieve and reckon with their fractured bonds. Whether this tragedy will bring them closer or drive them further apart remains to be seen.

For now, Sister Wives offers viewers a raw, unfiltered look into one of the darkest chapters of the Brown family’s story. Tune in next Sunday on TLC to witness how the family copes in the days ahead.