Robert Cosby Jr., the son of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosby, has died at age 23. Authorities responded to a possible overdose call on Monday evening, which led to a death investigation. Mary Cosby issued a statement expressing sorrow and faith.
Robert Cosby Jr. passed away on Monday evening, as reported by TMZ and covered by TVLine. Officers responded to a call regarding a possible overdose at his location, turning the incident into a death investigation. The cause of death has not been publicly reported.
Mary Cosby, a cast member on Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" since its 2020 premiere, shared a statement about her son's passing. "Our beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord," she said. "Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in God's promise and in knowing he is finally at peace. We are grateful for your prayers and trust in the Lord to carry us through this time of sorrow."
Robert appeared in recent seasons of the show, including intimate discussions with his mother about his struggles. In Season 5, he disclosed abusing Xanax, Adderall, cocaine, and opioid medication, noting that he began using drugs at age 16. He later entered a 30-day rehabilitation program. During Season 6, Robert shared challenges adjusting to sobriety. At the Season 6 reunion, Mary revealed that her son had been arrested for allegedly violating a restraining order after visiting his estranged wife. Their secret marriage had been featured in Season 4.
Mary has been a full-time Housewife in Seasons 1, 2, and 5, appeared as a "friend of" in Season 4, and did not participate in Season 3.