Why Did Meri Brown Stay with Kody for So Long?

On the latest episode of Sister Wives, Meri Brown both defended herself and offered up an explanation.

The Delay in Meri’s Decision

Many TLC viewers have been wondering why it took so long for Meri to walk away from her spiritual union to Kody. Back in early 2022, it was revealed that the Browns hadn’t had intercourse in over 10 years.

Meri Brown was very unhappy for most of her marriage to Kody. (TLC)

Despite this, it still took about 12 months after this information went public for Meri and Kody to announce the end of their marriage.

Confusion and Mixed Messages

Meri explained that Kody’s words and actions over the years had been confusing to her, leading her to stay with him for so long. She believed that his recent openness in conversations might lead to a positive change in their relationship.

Kody Brown and Meri Brown on Sister Wives Season 19. (TLC)

However, Kody’s behavior left Meri confused, unsure if he was sending mixed messages or if she was simply hearing what she wanted to hear.

Marriage and Divorce

Meri and Kody got married in 1990 but divorced in 2014 to allow Kody to legally marry Robyn Brown and adopt her children from a previous relationship. After this, their relationship deteriorated, leading to a catfishing scandal involving Meri.

In a recent confession, Kody expressed that the catfishing incident was in the past, but their relationship was never able to recover fully.

Previously, Kody accused Meri of being disloyal and cheating.

Meri Brown on the season 19 premiere of Sister Wives. (TLC)

Confusion in Flagstaff

Meri mentioned that after the family moved from Las Vegas to Flagstaff in 2018, the status of her relationship with Kody became even more confusing. Despite Kody’s promises of a fresh start, their relationship did not improve.

Kody described their dynamic in Arizona as that of a completely estranged couple on the brink of divorce for eight years, rather than a dating couple.

Sister Wives airs Sundays at 10/9c on TLC.

FAQs

Why did Meri and Kody get divorced?

Meri and Kody divorced in 2014 to allow Kody to legally marry Robyn Brown and adopt her children.

What was the catfishing scandal involving Meri?

Meri was catfished by a woman online pretending to be a man, causing turmoil in her relationship with Kody.

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