In the latest Sister Wives episode, Kody Brown confronts his estranged children. He’s especially hurt by the fallout from his past marriages to Christine, Janelle, and Meri.
Kody’s bond with his older kids is now a key point in the family drama. Fans watch as the once-close family fractures further.
During an intense argument with his current wife, Robyn Brown, Kody admitted that he feels “punished” by his children.
He shared, “They’re purposefully leaving me out of their lives to punish me for a crime I did not commit. I am only guilty of not falling madly in love with their mothers.”
This statement shows Kody’s struggle to accept the consequences of his actions. It also deflects blame for the breakdown in communication.
Kody’s confessions reveal a man torn between wanting to reconnect and feeling rejected. “I’m sitting here with a broken heart over the family members who shut me out,” Kody said, emphasizing the emotional toll this estrangement has taken on him.
But, despite his heartbreak, he will only reach out to those who will reciprocate.
Meri is not interested in spending the holidays with Kody and Robyn… Tune in to #SisterWives, tonight at 10/9c. pic.twitter.com/9lvzARObBc
— TLC Network (@TLC) October 6, 2024
Sister Wives: Robyn Brown Pushes for Reconciliation, Kody Sets Boundaries
While Kody Brown feels hurt and rejected, Robyn Brown is frustrated with his approach to the situation.
In her confessional, Robyn shared her concern about how much Kody has changed over the years. “I feel like Kody was a very present dad in a lot of ways,” she said. “Truth be told, that was what made me fall in love with Kody — seeing him be present with his kids.”
However, Robyn is not content with how Kody is handling the estrangement.
She believes he should be taking more proactive steps to mend the relationships. “I think that Kody should be camping out on their doorsteps and saying, ‘Hey, you’re going to talk to me,’” she urged. For Robyn, the solution seems simple—persistence and effort.
But Kody doesn’t see things the same way. In his confessional, he countered Robyn’s push for reconciliation. He said, “Some people think that parental-child relationships shouldn’t have to be reciprocal, but when they’re adults, yeah, they do.”
” Kody’s stance is clear: he will only invest time and effort into those children who are open to it. “I’m not going to reach out forever. I’m willing to make the effort, but somebody else is going to have to be on the other end of that and make some effort too.”
This approach frustrates Robyn, who continues to urge Kody to keep trying. Ultimately, she makes him promise to continue his efforts, even if it’s just a little bit.
However, as Kody admitted to Robyn, “I don’t try enough, I know that. I’m too hot-headed right now, Robyn. All I’ll do is more damage.” This acknowledgment leaves viewers wondering if Kody will ever find a way to heal the rift between himself and his children.
R U fucking joking me, Kody? Ur not going 2 fight w/Robyn & cause a riff between the 2 of U, for THESE PEOPLE who have caused the biggest RIFF in ur life? These People? Ie Ur children? this narcissist way of thinking is the reason u dont have relationships with/them #SisterWives pic.twitter.com/TpXhoGZV9f
— @Still_Fabulous_ At_48 (@46_still) October 7, 2024
Sister Wives: Kody Brown’s Attitude Angers Fans
Kody Brown’s comments about feeling “punished” by his children have not sat well with many Sister Wives viewers. After 19 seasons, fans have seen the cracks in Kody’s family relationships.
His latest statements have only frustrated them more. His claim that he’s “only guilty of not falling madly in love with their mothers” seemed to many like a deflection from his more serious failures as a father.
One of the most significant points of contention came when Kody justified his absence by saying, “I had four wives. I was at your house because the other wife was complaining that I was at your house.” Viewers are upset. They believe Kody has avoided responsibility for his broken relationships.
While Robyn may be standing by his side, she is not blind to Kody’s flaws.
In her confessional, she expressed frustration with his attitude, saying, “I think that Kody should be camping out on their doorsteps… Because sometimes that’s just what you got to do.”