“Sister Wives” star Janelle Brown became emotional over the outpouring of support her family has received since her son Garrison Brown died in an apparent suicide.
“I have been brought to tears again,” Janelle, 54, wrote in an Instagram post Tuesday. “I’m being told about everyone’s donations to @highcountryhumane @arkcatsanctuary in Garrison’s name.”
The TLC personality included photos of the cats that Garrison had adopted from the animal sanctuaries and explained how “important” both rescue agencies were to her late son.
“He loved being a cat dad,” she shared.
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Janelle also thanked fans for their “generosity” and said every contribution “means so much.”
In one photo, three of Garrison’s gray cats gathered by their owner’s hand. In another, he posed for a mirror selfie with one of his feline friends.
Fans flooded the comments section of the matriarch’s moving message to show their support as she mourned the loss of her child.
“You raised an amazing young man, it’s the least we could do,” one person wrote.
“You made some remarkable humans, Janelle. Independent thinkers with big hearts, you should be incredibly proud,” a second person commented.
“Sending so much love to your family. Donated in memory of Garrison, I wish there was more I could do!” another added.
Garrison, the son of Janelle and her ex-husband, Kody Brown, tragically died on March 5 at the age of 25.
Authorities pronounced Garrison dead at the scene in his Arizona home from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. His brother Gabriel Brown reportedly found his body.
Later that day, Janelle and Kody, 55, confirmed the news with a heartbreaking joint statement on Instagram.
“Kody and I are deeply saddened to announce the loss of our beautiful boy Robert Garrison Brown,” the former couple shared alongside photos of Garrison.
“He was a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him. His loss will leave such a big hole in our lives that it takes our breath away.”
They concluded, “We ask that you please respect our privacy and join us in honoring his memory.”
TLC, meanwhile, said in a statement to Page Six, “We are devastated to hear of the tragic loss of Garrison Brown. We extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the Brown family at this difficult time.”
Garrison was laid to rest Saturday.
His cousin Emma Brown said her goodbyes in an emotional message on social media after the service.
“dear robert, i had to dress up for your funeral today and this is everything i wish you could’ve heard before i had to say goodbye. we love you,” she wrote.
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Emma continued, “i wish i was able to give you a hug and tell you how much you were loved. you were human, you had flaws but never once did i doubt the friendship we had. i’ll always cherish the times i got to spend with you.”
Garrison had appeared on the TLC reality series, which focuses on the polygamous lifestyle of his father, since 2010.
Kody was married to Janelle — along with Christine Brown, Meri Brown and Robyn Brown — until their breakup in 2022 after 32 years together.
The exes welcomed six children together: sons Logan, Hunter, Garrison and Gabriel and daughters Madison and Savanah.
Kody has a total of 18 children with four different women, though he is currently only in a relationship with his remaining legal wife, Robyn Brown.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
