Sister Wives: Kody Not to Blame – True Love Came Too Late?

In a candid moment on his TLC reality series, Kody Brown, the central figure of “Sister Wives,” disclosed that his deepest affections are reserved for his youngest wife. Surprisingly, this revelation came many years after he had entered into marriages with three other wives and fathered 13 children. This has left fans pondering the implications of Kody’s newfound declaration.

Kody Brown’s Journey in the Spotlight
Kody Brown has allowed the viewers of his reality show to witness his evolution from a young husband and father to the man he is today. For devoted “Sister Wives” fans, this transformation has been nothing short of dramatic. However, for some, it has also cast Kody in a less favorable light, particularly due to his treatment of the women he has been married to for over 25 years.

Yet, a segment of fans contends that Kody should not shoulder all the blame for the deterioration of his three marriages. They reference a revealing encounter from earlier seasons when Kody introduced his four wives to his childhood friends.

During this meeting, his friends gently ribbed him about having four wives but seemed to understand his motivations, rooted in his desire for attention. According to Kody’s friends, he had always been drawn to the limelight, and having multiple wives allowed him to maintain that status. In their view, it was his ego that drove him to seek more than one wife for adoration.

Origins of Polygamy
Kody Brown’s parents did not embrace a polygamous lifestyle until later in life, which meant that Kody was raised by a monogamous couple. It wasn’t until he was a teenager that his parents, William (Winn) Brown and Genielle Brown, adopted a polygamous lifestyle.

Remarkably, by the age of 24, Kody had already taken three Sister Wives. This early decision hints at the influence of his ego, a theory supported by his friends who recall his need for attention, as seen in video footage.

Christine Brown, by Kody’s own admission, had a special standing in their church due to her family’s deep religious roots. Her desire to join the family seemingly appealed to Kody’s ego, a point he openly acknowledged. Both Janelle Brown and Christine Brown asked him to marry them, and he recently emphasized this on the show, suggesting it as a reason why he treats them differently from Robyn Brown.

When Kody married Meri Brown, they had only dated for six months. As his first wife, they both agreed to a polygamous lifestyle, considering Meri’s upbringing with several mothers. Kody’s motivation at this point, given his age and the fact that he was collecting wives, may have been fueled by his ego, according to his friends’ observations. Fans did not require the confirmation from his childhood friends, as they could witness his ego inflation on the “Sister Wives” screen.

The Evolution of Kody’s Feelings
Fans frequently comment on Kody Brown’s perceived immaturity, even at his current age. So, it stands to reason that when he had his initial three wives living under one roof at the age of 24, he was even more immature.

While his three original wives professed their love for him, Kody’s feelings were distinct for each. He described one as his “fun wife” (Christine), another as his best buddy (Janelle), and saw Meri as loyal and genuine. However, a decade and a half later, when Kody was the father of 13 children, Robyn Brown entered the picture.

Robyn held a unique place in Kody’s heart for various reasons, which he now characterizes as “loyalty.” This distinct affection for Robyn was noticeable to his three other wives, his adult children, and the show’s audience. Kody’s love for Robyn was in a league of its own, setting her apart from the rest.

Is Kody to Blame?
There remains a group of fans who sympathize with Kody, suggesting that love is a matter of the heart. However, Kody’s revelation has left 13 of his 18 children bearing the consequences of his decision. Instead of addressing his feelings openly and seeking an amicable split from his three wives, Kody pushed them to leave him, a decision that seems rooted in his ego. He expressed concern that initiating a separation himself would brand him as a failure in Robyn’s eyes.

As the show unfolded, viewers observed Kody’s pursuit of divorce through indirect means, pressuring the women to leave. From the audience’s perspective, it appeared that this is precisely what he did.

While Kody Brown could not help falling in love with Robyn, many fans find it difficult to absolve him of blame, particularly when considering the impact on his wives and children. As the situation plays out on TLC, it is the children who bear the brunt of the turmoil, leading many to find it challenging to exonerate him. This is especially true after hearing the children’s accounts of the pain they endure when their father’s attention is predominantly focused on Robyn’s children.