Why ‘Sister Wives’ Star Meri Brown Is NOT The Victim — She’s Actually Part of The Problem!
Sister Wives star Meri Brown has long been seen as a victim of her polygamist husband, Kody Brown.
However, a closer look at her journey reveals that Meri has often played a significant role in her own unhappiness. At 53 years old, Meri has experienced decades of turmoil in her marriage, which began in 1990 when she became Kody’s first wife. Though they both came from polygamous families, Kody and Meri’s initial marriage wasn’t meant to follow the traditional path of adding more wives. Yet, within just three years, Kody brought in two additional wives, Janelle Brown and Christine Brown, and 16 years later, married his fourth wife, Robyn Brown.
While Sister Wives was intended to showcase the day-to-day lives of a functioning plural marriage, the family dynamics shifted drastically as the years went on. By the time Sister Wives Season 19 aired, it was evident that Kody’s family had fractured beyond repair. In 2021, Kody’s third wife, Christine, left the family, followed by his second wife, Janelle, in 2022. That same year, after 32 years of marriage, Meri ended her spiritual union with Kody, signaling the end of her involvement in the plural marriage.
Meri’s Loyalty to Kody and Robyn
Throughout her time on Sister Wives, Meri often found herself caught in the crossfire of the family’s tensions, especially as Christine and Janelle grew increasingly disillusioned with Kody. The three wives’ alliances became strained, and Meri felt like she was unfairly ganged up on. However, rather than siding with her fellow wives, Meri made a conscious decision to align herself with Kody and Robyn, whom she had worked hard to bring into the family.
The tension between Meri and the other wives only deepened when Christine and Janelle started to speak out against Kody’s behavior. Despite feeling more and more isolated, Meri stuck by Kody and Robyn. Even when Kody openly admitted that he no longer found Meri attractive, she chose to remain in the marriage, tolerating his neglect and emotional distance. In hindsight, many would argue that Meri had every right to leave years ago, but instead, she remained loyal, even though it was clear that Kody’s affections had long since shifted.
The Growing Divide Within the Family
As Sister Wives evolved, so did the cracks within the Brown family. The growing divide became impossible to ignore, and Meri’s decision to side with Kody and Robyn only intensified the rift between her and the other wives. While Kody and Robyn formed one faction of the family, Christine and Janelle were on the opposite side, feeling increasingly alienated by Kody’s actions and lack of support.
From the beginning, Meri’s relationship with Christine and Janelle was strained. It was no secret that Meri never felt particularly close to them, and the arrival of Robyn was seen as a way for Meri to shift allegiances and solidify her bond with Kody. While Christine and Janelle were becoming disillusioned with the entire family dynamic, Meri’s loyalty remained firmly with Kody and Robyn, even as things began to fall apart. This rift only deepened as the family experienced multiple divorces, leaving Meri increasingly isolated.
Meri’s Anger and Break from Kody
By the time Sister Wives Season 19 aired, Meri had reached her breaking point. After decades of tolerating emotional neglect, Meri finally decided to walk away from her plural marriage with Kody. This marked a significant turning point in Meri’s journey. No longer motivated by a sense of obligation or loyalty to Kody, Meri began to express the anger she had kept bottled up for years.
Though her actions during this period may have been seen as combative or emotional, it’s important to recognize that Meri’s feelings were justified. She had spent over three decades in a marriage where she was emotionally neglected, ignored, and often sidelined. After Christine and Janelle left, Meri’s decision to remain in the marriage, despite being told she wasn’t desirable to Kody, only fueled her resentment.
As she stopped protecting Kody and Robyn, Meri began to take ownership of her emotions and experiences. Though it’s clear that she could have walked away much sooner, Meri now seems focused on moving forward and rebuilding her life on her own terms. Her departure from the marriage signals a new chapter, one where she no longer has to suppress her true feelings to maintain an image of family unity.
Meri’s Path Forward: A New Beginning
While Meri’s anger and frustration are understandable, the future remains uncertain for her. Many viewers are left questioning whether she will remain in the spotlight as part of Sister Wives or whether she will distance herself from the franchise altogether. Regardless, Meri’s journey is an example of a woman who has chosen to prioritize her own happiness and emotional well-being over loyalty to a dysfunctional family dynamic.
While she may have played a role in the family’s fractures, Meri has now chosen to reclaim her narrative and move forward. Whether or not she regrets the time spent in a stagnant marriage, it’s clear that Meri has found the strength to walk away from a situation that no longer served her.
As Sister Wives continues to air, fans will likely watch with curiosity as Meri carves out a new life for herself, one that doesn’t revolve around Kody and his other wives. Though the past can’t be undone, Meri has decided that her future is worth fighting for.
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Nancy Zhāng is an Entertainment Blogger for All About The Tea. Nancy covers hot topics, recaps and celeb news. She loves to multi-task as a writer and a private chef. She received a B.S. in Mass Communications from LSU. Nancy’s married and the proud mom of 2 German Shepherds.
