Heartbreaking news has come real housewives of salt lake city. mary cosby’s Son, robert cosby jrHas died at the age of 23. This news comes just a few weeks after his release from jail. It’s a developing story, but this is what we know so far.
Robert Cosby Jr. has died just three weeks after his release from prison
according to tmzRobert died on Monday, February 23 in Utah. There is no official statement on the cause of his death. However, police records indicate he was referred for a possible drug overdose.
Robert’s struggles with mental health and addiction were documented on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. In Season 5, he and Mary spoke candidly about his path to recovery. Mary encouraged him to continue on the right path and the conversation touched millions of fans. Mary said that opening up about her addiction on camera and helping others through her story was the “best thing” her family did.
Over the past year, Robert has navigated numerous legal issues. In November 2025, he was arrested for violating a protective order that his ex-wife, Alexiana Smokoff, had placed against him. He remained in jail for two months. Upon his release, he was sentenced to 36 months’ probation.
Days after his release, prosecutors filed additional serious charges against him for allegedly assaulting Alexiana. She accused him of hitting, kicking and strangling her in connection with flushing drugs down the toilet. A warrant was issued for his arrest and he got bail a few days later.
At the RHOSLC season 6 reunion, Mary shared an update on Robert and cried while discussing his legal troubles. She said she hoped it would put him on a better path, and that she was “happy” he was off the streets because it meant he wasn’t using.
Mary said with tears, “I wish he would not die, but live there.”
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Reality Tea would like to express its heartfelt condolences to Mary and her family during this tragic time.