Robert Garrison Brown, born on April 10, 1998, was the fourth child of Kody and Janelle Brown (formerly Schriever). Following him, the couple welcomed two more children. With his father having four wives in total, Garrison had a total of twelve half-siblings from these marriages.
Garrison spent his early years in Lehi, Utah, until the age of fourteen, when his family relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada. In 2016, he completed his education at Centennial High School, graduating with his peers.
Following the announcement of Garrison Brown’s passing on Instagram, the news has left many people stunned and fans curious to learn more about the circumstances surrounding his death. In this article, we delve into the details of his passing, the Instagram post revealing the tragic news, and take a closer look at Garrison Brown’s life.
Garrison Brown Death: Heartbreaking Announcement
Janelle confirmed the heartbreaking news of the passing of her son, Robert Garrison Brown, aged 25, on Instagram, alongside Kody, who also shared the announcement on his own Instagram page. In her post, she expressed deep sadness at the loss of their beloved son, describing him as a bright presence in the lives of those who knew him. She requested privacy as they grieve and asked for support in honoring his memory.
Lieutenant Charles M. Hernandez II from the Flagstaff Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE magazine that officers responded to a report of a death at a residence on March 5, 2024. Garrison’s brother, Gabriel, aged 22, discovered him deceased, in what appears to be a case of suicide. Lt. Hernandez stated that there are currently no indications of foul play, with detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division investigating the incident.
TLC expressed their devastation at the tragic loss of Garrison Brown, extending their deepest sympathies and condolences to the Brown family during this difficult time. Garrison was introduced to fans in 2010 as part of the TLC series documenting the day-to-day life of the polygamist family, alongside his siblings and parents — Janelle, Kody, Meri, Christine, and Robyn Brown.
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Janelle and Kody, who spiritually married in 1993, had six children together: Madison, Logan, Garrison, Gabriel, Hunter, and Savanah. Janelle announced her separation from Kody in December 2022, becoming the second Brown family matriarch to depart after Christine. Meri also later revealed her separation from Kody, leaving Robyn as Kody’s sole remaining wife.
Garrison’s Military Decision And ‘Sister Wives’ Fame
Garrison made the decision to enlist in the Nevada Army National Guard on November 19, 2015. Initially desiring to join the Army, he compromised with his father’s wishes for him to prioritize education by opting for the Nevada National Guard instead.
However, his mother expressed disapproval of his enlistment, expressing concerns about his perception of invincibility at the age of seventeen and the risks associated with military service.
In August 2010, it was announced that Garrison’s family would be the focus of a TLC reality series titled “Sister Wives.” This show aimed to document the Brown family’s polygamous lifestyle, which was illegal in Utah at the time of the series premiere on September 26, 2010.
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Garrison frequently appeared on the show, which has aired eleven seasons as of August 25, 2017, with no confirmed premiere date for season twelve.