“Sister Wives Star Janelle Brown Shares Last Family Photo Before Son’s Tragic Death”
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Janelle Brown, star of the popular reality show “Sister Wives,” recently shared a family photo taken just before the tragic death of her son, Garrison. The 25-year-old died from an apparent suicide on March 5, leaving his loved ones devastated.
Janelle, 54, and her ex-husband and fellow TLC reality star, Kody Brown, 55, had raised six children together. Their blended family included daughters Madison and Savannah, and sons Garrison, Gabriel, Logan, and Hunter. The family photo shared by Janelle on Instagram also featured Madison’s three children, Axel, Evie, and Josephine, as well as her husband, Caleb.
Reflecting on the cherished moment captured in the photo, Janelle wrote in the caption, “I had all my children together last Christmas. It was amazing as it’s hard with everyone’s busy lives to coordinate time like this.” She expressed gratitude for having taken pictures during that time, recognizing their significance now.
Janelle and Kody were married from 1993 to 2022. As part of the polygamous family portrayed on “Sister Wives,” they were joined by Kody’s ex-wives Christine and Meri, as well as Robyn, who remains legally married to him. Together, they share a total of 18 children.
Tragedy struck when Garrison was found dead in his Flagstaff, Arizona apartment. The cause of death was determined to be a single gunshot wound. Prior to this devastating event, Janelle had reportedly received a concerning text from Garrison to a group of people they worked with on their TLC reality show. Worried about her son’s well-being, she asked Gabriel to check on him.
The text read, “I want to hate you for sharing the good times. But I can’t. I miss these days,” according to an incident report obtained by The Post. Garrison’s roommates heard a noise resembling a pop on Tuesday night but did not suspect it was a gunshot. It was Gabriel who discovered his brother’s lifeless body when he arrived at the apartment the following day, prompting him to call the police.
One of Garrison’s roommates revealed that he had been consuming alcohol every night before his death. This detail adds another layer of complexity to the tragedy, raising questions about the potential role of substance abuse in his mental state.
In the wake of Garrison’s passing, Janelle and Kody released a joint statement on Instagram, expressing their deep sadness and announcing the loss of their beloved son. They described Garrison as a bright spot in the lives of those who knew him and acknowledged the immense void his absence would leave. They requested privacy during this difficult time and urged others to join them in honoring his memory.
One of Garrison’s roommates, Addison Miele, also shared his thoughts on the tragedy. He described Garrison as a wonderful person who always radiated positivity and offered support to others. Miele expressed gratitude for Garrison’s kindness and friendship, highlighting his role as both a good friend and a reliable landlord.
The loss of Garrison Brown has sent shockwaves through the “Sister Wives” community and beyond. It serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support for those struggling with their inner demons. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available. Reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for assistance. Let us come together to remember Garrison’s life and work towards preventing such tragedies in the future.
