Sister Wives star Janelle Brown has opened up about the heartbreaking personal struggles her late son, Garrison Brown, faced before his tragic death in March 2024. In a candid and emotional revelation, Janelle shared that Garrison, 25, had been quietly battling alcohol issues in the years leading up to his suicide — a reality that has left the Brown family shaken and reflective.
Speaking out for the first time since the tragedy, Janelle revealed that Garrison’s increasing dependence on alcohol was a cause for concern, but the full depth of his emotional pain was not completely visible to the family. “We saw signs, but we never truly realized how deep it went,” Janelle said, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and open conversations about addiction and mental health, especially among young adults.
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Garrison, who was a beloved part of the Sister Wives reality show and known for his charming personality, had moved out of the Brown household and was pursuing his independence. However, his struggles with emotional wellbeing and substance use were growing silently. According to Janelle, the pandemic years and family tensions may have further contributed to his state of mind.
Janelle also mentioned that she and Kody Brown, Garrison’s father, have been coping with the devastating loss in their own ways. She urged parents and guardians to pay closer attention to subtle signs of distress in their children, stressing that “alcohol abuse is often a symptom of something deeper.”
Fans of Sister Wives have shown an outpouring of support on social media, expressing their condolences and admiration for Janelle’s courage in sharing such a deeply personal chapter of her life. Many praised her for bringing light to the serious issues of youth mental health and addiction — topics often under-discussed in public forums.
As the Brown family continues to grieve and heal, Janelle’s message stands clear: “Talk to your children. Listen closely. And never assume they’re okay just because they smile.”
