'Sister Wives' Season 18: Kody Brown describes his relationship with Meri as 'fake' in preview
FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA: A recent preview of the upcoming 'Sister Wives' Season 18 has given fans a glimpse into the candid dynamics between Meri Brown and her estranged husband, Kody Brown.
During an emotionally candid moment, Meri is captured making a sincere phone call to Kody on their anniversary, proposing the idea of a rendezvous.
Nevertheless, Kody's response drew attention, as he admitted in his confessional video that he was actively seeking a justification for turning down her proposal.
The most striking moment in the preview took place during a dinner between the two when Kody surprisingly described their relationship as "fake." He proceeded to question why Meri bothered to extend him a happy anniversary greeting.
Meri, clearly moved by Kody's words, expressed that it appeared as if he had almost acknowledged that they were no longer "married," but he revised his statement to "we're not living together."
This emotional encounter hinted at more intense revelations to be made by Meri in the upcoming season, leaving fans eager to witness the unfolding drama.
Is 'Sister Wives' star Kody still married to Robyn?
In a notable twist within the polygamous family showcased on the reality TV show 'Sister Wives,' Meri Brown's announcement of her departure in January 2023 has paved the way for a series of trials and disclosures.
Now that the commotion has subsided, Kody Brown, the primary figure of the show, is navigating uncharted territory.
The most striking shift in family dynamics lies in the marital status of Kody and Robyn Brown, who remain the only married couple within the family structure.
However, Kody's recent admission has added an element of complexity to the evolving narrative.
Kody expressed his continued discomfort with embracing a monogamous relationship with his wife, Robyn, characterizing it as "strange."
The Browns now call Arizona their home, and the family's financial stability has become a topic of concern, with speculations that they might be living beyond their means in this new location.
Robyn's newfound inclination towards monogamy also signifies a potential departure from the family's traditional Mormon beliefs, marking a noteworthy departure from the show's central themes.
Interestingly, Kody Brown has gone as far as to formally adopt Robyn Brown's three children from her previous marriage, and the couple has also welcomed two children of their own.
Why did 'Sister Wives' star Kody Brown split with Meri?
The complex relationship between Kody and Meri Brown, prominently featured in the reality series, encompassed legal intricacies, spiritual connections, and eventual estrangement.
Their journey commenced with a legal marriage that led to the birth of one child.
Approximately 14 years later, in 2014, they obtained a legal divorce to facilitate Kody's marriage to his fourth wife, Robyn Brown, primarily for the purpose of adopting Robyn's three older children from her prior marriage. Despite the legal divorce, their spiritual connection endured.
However, a turning point arrived in 2015 when Meri Brown became embroiled in a catfishing scandal, causing significant strain in her relationship with Kody.
The primary catalyst for their estrangement is Meri's feeling of being "dismissed" within the family.
Earlier in 2023, the couple formally announced they were getting a divorce.
How many kids do 'Sister Wives' star Kody and Meri have?
Kody and Meri share only one biological child, Leon Brown.
In a significant and deeply personal development within the expansive Brown family, Leon Brown, who is 27 years old and the child of Kody and Meri Brown, recently shared that they are transgender.
They bravely opened up about their authentic self and expressed a preference for the pronouns 'they/them' in a post on Instagram in June 2022.
Kody Brown has 18 children collectively across his marriages.
'Sister Wives' season 18 was released on 20 August at 10 pm ET on TLC.