Meri Brown Opens Up About Feeling Like the Third Wheel
In the latest episode of Sister Wives, Meri Brown shared her feelings of being the odd one out while spending time with Kody Brown and Robyn Brown. The episode, filmed in December 2022 but aired on September 10, showed Meri, aged 52, celebrating Christmas Eve with Kody, aged 54, and Robyn, aged 44.
Kody mentioned during a confessional that the situation might be uncomfortable for Meri as they were at Robyn’s house. He acknowledged that they needed to tone down their romantic gestures out of consideration for Meri.
Robyn, in her own confessional, expressed understanding for Meri’s perspective and mentioned that they were careful out of love and respect for her.
Despite Kody and Robyn’s efforts to make things comfortable, Meri still felt out of place and humorously likened her situation to that of “the other woman.”
Meri and Kody were legally married from 1990 to 2014, and their complex relationship has been a recurring theme on Sister Wives. In the season 17 finale, which aired in December 2022, Kody revealed that he no longer wished to be in a relationship with Meri.
In January, the couple released a statement announcing the permanent termination of their marriage. They share one child, Leon, aged 28, who came out as transgender in June 2022.
While Kody celebrated with Meri and Robyn during the episode, his ex-wives Janelle Brown and Christine Brown had their own Christmas gathering at a vacation rental.
Janelle and Christine’s Christmas Gatherings
Janelle, aged 54, expressed her satisfaction with celebrating Christmas differently this year during a confessional. She spent Christmas Day with her children Garrison, aged 24, Gabe, aged 21, and Savannah, aged 18. Her son Hunter, aged 26, joined them later. Janelle and Kody also share two other children, Logan, aged 29, and Maddie, aged 27.
Janelle, who revealed their separation during the December 2022 Sister Wives: One-on-One special, shared that she had informed her children about the troubled state of her relationship with Kody. Her children were understanding, having observed their relationship for several years.
Christine, aged 51, arrived at the vacation rental later and expressed the joy of having everyone together in one place.
Challenges in Kody’s Relationships
Kody Brown has faced numerous ups and downs in his relationships with Meri Brown, Janelle Brown, Christine Brown, and Robyn Brown. Surprisingly, many viewers were taken aback as several of his wives chose to leave him.
Christine, who spiritually married Kody in 1995, decided to end their relationship and relocate to Utah in November 2021. She revealed feeling unheard and overlooked in family decisions.
Kody expressed sadness over the end of their marriage during an October 2022 episode of Sister Wives and even questioned the concept of plural marriage.
During the recent episode, Kody talked about the challenges of celebrating the holidays without Janelle and Christine.
Kody’s Family Dynamics
Kody Brown’s family, featured in Sister Wives, includes his wives Meri, Janelle, Christine, and Robyn, along with their 18 children. The family first gained public attention in September 2010 when the show premiered.
Robyn, the fourth wife, has strengthened her bond with Kody since their marriage. Kody shared his initial impressions of Robyn during an early episode, noting her role as a mother and her previous marriage.
Kody’s relationships with his wives and their evolving family dynamics continue to be a central focus of the show.
Note: This article provides an overview of the latest episode of Sister Wives and the current status of Kody Brown’s relationships with his wives.