“Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Lisa Barlow revealed Mary Cosby‘s son, Robert Cosby Jr., died the day earlier than filming was scheduled to start for season 7. Throughout her look on Andy Cohen‘s “Radio Andy,” the outspoken actuality star praised Mary for the way she’s dealt with the troublesome loss and spoke about how the tragic occasion formed the season.
Barlow, an “RHOSLC” OG, spoke with Dorina Medley on “Radio Andy” and stated Robert Jr.’s dying was the “hardest factor” to expertise. She stated that the unlucky occasion was a “bonding second” for the complete solid.
Elsewhere through the dialog, Barlow highlighted Mary’s energy, noting that the 53-year-old misplaced her son “actually the night time earlier than we began filming.”
In keeping with Barlow, Mary, who has additionally been a part of the “RHOSLC” solid since season 1 aired in 2020, has “dealt with issues so extremely effectively,” noting that her robust relationship with God is what’s gotten her via the storm.
Barlow Opens Up About Robert Cosby Jr.’s Funeral Service
Viewers will see Mary and the remainder of the solid processing Robert Jr.’s dying within the upcoming episodes. Whereas a earlier report from The Blast states that cameras weren’t allowed at his funeral service, Barlow stated the occasion was “most likely probably the most stunning expertise.”
And Barlow isn’t the one “Actual Housewives” star who spoke in regards to the funeral service. “Beverly Hills” staple Kyle Richards additionally attended the occasion, per The Blast, and stated she confirmed as much as help Mary through the difficult time.
“I’m so grateful that I had the chance to be there and help her and expertise one thing like that. Like I stated, I’ll always remember that day ever in my life,” Richards stated. “I appreciated her having me there as a result of I simply, like I stated, I used to be so touched by it. I simply can’t think about what she’s going via.”
Different ‘Actual Housewives’ Stars Confirmed Up To Assist Mary Cosby Throughout Her Son’s Funeral
One other report from The Blast revealed that different “Actual Housewives” stars rallied round Mary throughout her son’s funeral, together with her co-stars, Meredith Marks, Heather Homosexual, Whitney Rose, Bronwyn Newport, Angie Katsanevas, and Britani Bateman.
“Actual Housewives of Atlanta” vets Sheree Whitfield and Cynthia Bailey had been additionally in attendance, together with Cohen.
Talking of Cohen, the Bravo figurehead confirmed help for Mary throughout an episode of “Watch What Occurs Dwell,” saying, “Earlier than we go, I wish to ship all my love and heartfelt condolences to Mary Cosby and her household.”
He stated his “coronary heart” was breaking for Mary after studying of the “devastatingly unhappy information.”
Cohen touched on Mary’s dedication to supporting her son all through his habit struggles, sharing, “Mary, you probably did such an awesome job. I do know their bravery and their vulnerability in sharing their story has helped and can proceed to assist numerous people who find themselves struggling. Relaxation in peace, Robert Jr., and thanks.”
Robert Cosby Jr. Advised Mary That He Was Struggling With Drug Use Throughout An Emotional Dialog
“Actual Housewives of Salt Lake Metropolis” viewers had been conscious of Robert Jr.’s habit struggles, on condition that he had an emotional and susceptible dialog with Mary about his drug use throughout season 5.
Whereas in tears, Robert informed Mary that he had been utilizing Xanax and different medication for years. “I simply took half to sit back me out, after which I had an Adderall to steadiness out the Xanax. … After I get excessive, it’s like including seasoning to [my life],” he confessed.
Robert Jr. stated he observed issues had been reaching the purpose of no return when he started feeling unfazed after taking a mixture of medication. “ the common 30mg Oxys? I observed … this was, like, a turning level for me. I used to be taking 10 without delay, and I couldn’t even really feel it,” he stated.
Mary Broke Her Silence After Her Son’s Loss of life, Thanked Her Followers For Their Prayers And Assist
Robert Jr. died in February 2026. He was 23. Mary broke her silence following the tragic loss, revealing he had been “referred to as dwelling to the Lord.”
She added, “Although our hearts ache, we take consolation in God’s promise and in realizing he’s lastly at peace. We’re grateful in your prayers and belief within the Lord to hold us via this time of sorrow.”
