Prince William is not missing any opportunity to share his love for his mom, Princess Diana, out loud!

The Prince of Wales celebrated the late humanitarian on Mother’s Day, Sunday, March 15, 2026, on Instagram, 29 years after she lost her life in an auto crash at the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris.

Prince William’s post comes amid reports that nothing positive has developed in his estranged relationship with his younger brother, Prince Harry, despite Princess Diana’s wish that they must always be there for each other.

Inside Prince William’s Emotional Mother’s Day Post 

The official handle of the Prince and Princess of Wales shared an adorable image of the young Prince William, then two years old, and his loving mother in a field of flowers at Highgrove in 1984. Diana was dressed in a bright pink sweater, a collared shirt, and denim pants, as she squatted behind William, who wore a white-and-blue shirt and pink pants. 

The photograph, which was taken over four decades ago in the open field, was accompanied by the caption that read, “Remembering my mother, today and every day. Thinking of all those who are remembering someone they love today. Happy Mother’s Day. W.”

The post gathered nearly 500k likes and thousands of comments from people who fondly remembered the late princess alongside the future king. Commenters described Diana as a wonderful woman who left behind a legacy that her kids have carried on with honor.

The Mother’s Day Post Unlocked Years Of Pleasant Memories In The Comments

Prince William’s touching post drew heartfelt comments in the comment section, with most attesting to the bond between the mother and son. “Such a tender and beautiful memory. The love between mother and child shines through this moment in nature- truly touching and timeless,” this fan declared.

Other commenters assured William that his mother is very proud of him from up above while extending heartfelt wishes to the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, who shares three kids with the royal. “She would be so proud of you, PW. You are a credit to her legacy, your family, your country, and the commonwealth,” this fan acknowledged in the comments.

Prince William was born on June 21, 1982, at St. Mary’s Hospital in London, nearly one year after the late Princess Diana and King Charles tied the knot in their fairytale wedding on July 29, 1981.

Prince William Vowed To Do Things Differently As Regards His Family Exposure To The Media

The Prince of Wales and his brother practically grew up in the eyes of the media, which made the aftermath of their mother’s death difficult, as they were just teenagers at the time of her death. As shared by The Blast, Prince William spoke about the importance of learning from his troubled history with the media and channelling that into creating a safe space for his children to grow up in.

He referenced how difficult it was to navigate life as a child while his parents dealt with such a public divorce and haunting headlines from tabloids. William emphasized that he is determined to ensure his kids do not carry the trauma of a controversial childhood into adulthood.

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“If you let that creep in, the damage it can do to your family life is something that I vowed would never happen to my family. And so, I take a very strong line about where I think that line is, and those who overstep it, I’ll fight against,” the royal declared. He also spoke about the conscious decision he and Kate make to reduce their kids’ access to phones and find other ways to engage, such as playing their favorite outdoor sports.

Princess Diana’s Sons Have Strayed From Her Primary Wish For Them

The royal, who died tragically at the age of 36, was reportedly very elated at the thought of birthing two boys because she believed the older would protect the younger in the turbulent waters of ruling the monarchy. Unfortunately, both boys were struck with the tragedy of losing her, and decades after that, the bond between them has dwindled.

According to Andrew Morton, Diana’s biographer, she might have been able to avert the ongoing feud between William and Harry if she were still alive. As shared by The Blast, the strained bond between the once inseparable brothers has reportedly also spilled over to the next generation due to the geographical distance. Harry and his family moved to America in 2020, while stepping down from their position as senior working royals.

They subsequently expanded their family when they welcomed Lilibet in 2021, and hopped right into building their empire on American soil. Morton stated that these dynamics now mean there is no relationship between William’s children and Harry’s kids. He added that things were said when their feud began shortly after Harry’s wedding in 2018, and they never healed, nearly a decade later.

Prince William Reportedly Carrying The Larger Load In Feud With Prince Harry

Royal author Omid Scobie weighed in on the state of Harry and William’s relationship against the backdrop of alleged reconcilatory efforts by Harry behind the scenes. The author noted that in 2023, when Harry released his controversial memoir, he did all he could to get in touch with William both directly and through mutual friends, but he was iced out.

Scobie added that, even with a few instances of reunion between Charles and Harry, little could be said about any progress between the two brothers. The author continued that for a while, the ball has been in William’s court to reach out to Harry or give him an audience, but he has chosen to look the other way.

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The royal author then declared that William’s way of handling this feud may haunt him in the long run, especially when he becomes king and heads an even more complex system. In Scobie’s words, “There’ll be a lot of things that he stands for, or will seemingly stand for. And if he’s unable to mend a fracture, for all the reasons that we know are behind it, with his brother, I think that also says something about him as a future monarch that may not work in his favor.”

Jenelle Evans‘ family drama has moved to a whole new level involving her mother, Barbara Evans.

The MTV alum’s mother recently made an emergency attempt to gain custody of her grandson but was resisted by the court, at least until next month for a proper court hearing.

Jenelle Evans’ son, Jace, reportedly pulled a gun on Barbara Evans in February during a confrontation and was subsequently checked into a mental health facility days ago.

Jenelle Evans Reacts To Her Mother’s Custody Attempt

The media personality reacted to the current situation in her family, stating that her mother’s recent request for custody was denied, and she still has physical and sole custody of Jace. Barbara had filed two motions on March 11, requesting for emergency custody and a separate filing to modify the existing child custody arrangement.

She was, however, given a date in April (13) for a temporary court hearing, and not one for emergency custody. As shared by US Weekly, Barbara appeared for the emergency custody hearing last Wednesday, March 11, in the absence of Jenelle’s lawyer and without notifying her team either, leading to an immediate dismissal of the motion.

The MTV Alum And Her Mother Had A Courthouse Spat In 2019

This is not the mother and daughter’s first rodeo over custody; as far back as 2019, PEOPLE had shared that they had a heated session outside a North Carolina courthouse. Jenelle and her husband, David Eason, had reportedly appeared in court to give judges an update on their couple’s counseling and parenting classes.

Jenelle and Barbara seemingly got into a tense exchange outside the courthouse after the day was done. “I’m right here outside of the courthouse, I’m giving my daughter a hug. If you have a problem with it, then get an officer. Because obviously she’s not scared,” the MTV alum had stated while holding her daughter, Ensley.

Barbara, at the time, had custody of Jenelle’s kids, Ensley and Jace, which explained the back and forth over the toddler. Jenelle told the lurking cameras as they walked towards the car that her mother blocked her number, while complaining about Child Protection Services ignoring her calls and office visits. A judge had temporarily ruled against Jenelle and Eason getting back custody of the kids after Eason allegedly shot and killed their dog, Nugget.

Jenelle Evans Slammed Her Family After The Alleged Gun Pulling Incident

Following reports that her son pulled a gun on Barbara and threatened to take his life alongside, Jenelle hopped online with blazing hot words for her mother and sister. As shared by The Blast, Jenelle tagged Barbara her worst enemy, as she revealed that she had been holding back on her thoughts towards her mother due to her frail health.

She also attacked her sister, Ashleigh Evans, who had claimed she had a medical issue, but this did not stop her from being evil, as she also did not have custody of her son. Jenelle urged people to take whatever her sister says with a grain of salt, adding that despite cutting her family off to protect herself and her kids, she still has to face all hell getting loose.

Police had responded to a call from Barbara’s residence, where Jace lived in North Carolina, to report a troubled teen disturbance. Ashleigh responded to the allegations on social media, insisting that Jace did not pull out any firearm at his grandmother’s home, as there was no gun in the home, and it was probably Jenelle making up a false narrative in the media.

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Jenelle’s Son Has Been Admitted Into A Mental Facility

Sources claimed that Jace was under the influence of alcohol and drugs when he pulled the gun on his grandmother. He has reportedly been placed in a mental health institution, as a representative from Jenelle revealed that she is still trying to find the best place for her son to receive premium treatment. Jenelle currently resides in Las Vegas with her other kids, Kaiser (from her previous relationship with Nathan Griffith) and Ensley.

The MTV alum was reportedly preparing to pay her son a visit at the facility amid requests that the public give them privacy to address such a sensitive and personal issue. Jenelle had previously blamed her mother for indulging her son’s bad habits while he lived with her. She described Barbara’s parenting style as a vicious cycle that she had to rewire her brain to grow out of.

Jenelle Evans Did Not See A Reconciliation In Her And Barbara Evans Future

The former TV star and her mother’s rocky relationship began over a decade ago after Barbara gained custody of her daughter’s firstborn, Jace. E! Online stated that Jenelle finally got a formal visitation schedule in 2017 for Jace, but the resentment still abounds.

“You know we went to court about Jace, and I got a visitation schedule set, but she’s still kind of bent out of shape because I still have resentment towards her for still keeping my son, and we still butt heads,” Jenelle stated to E! News in 2017.

She gave a verdict on the state of her relationship with Barbara, declaring it as lost, adding that there might never be a comeback from their dynamics at any point in time. Jenelle and Barbara’s frequent arguments on camera during her appearance on the second season of “16 and Pregnant” in 2010 became the hallmark of the show.

Will Janelle Evans and Barbara Evans reach a truce before April?

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Emma Stone is turning heads at the 2026 Oscars.

Stone, 37, rocked a silver beaded floor-length dress by Louis Vuitton while walking the red carpet on Sunday, March 15.

The gown featured a lowback, with Stone styling her hair in a chic bob. E! reported that the dress required 600 hours of work.

Stone was also all smiles with husband Dave McCary, who looked dapper in a black tux. (The pair tied the knot in 2020, welcoming daughter Louise Jean the following year.)

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The actress is nominated for Best Actress for her role in Bugonia during the awards ceremony. With her nod, Stone became the youngest actress ever to receive seven Oscar nominations at the age of 37. (She was also nominated for Best Picture as one of Bugonia’s producers.)

Stone’s role in Bugonia marks her latest collaboration with director Yorgos Lanthimos, whom she previously worked with on 2023’s Poor Things and 2024 anthology film Kinds of Kindness. (She earned her second Best Actress win at the Oscars with Poor Things, which she dedicated to her daughter. She first won in 2018 for La La Land.)

In the film, Stone portrays pharmaceutical CEO Michelle Fuller — who is abducted by conspiracy theorists who believe she is an alien attempting to destroy Earth. The group, convinced she has a master plan, then shaves her head to block her ability to get in contact with her mothership.

Stone, for her part, had a conversation with her daughter to make sure Louise Jean was “very ready” to see her bald so it wasn’t “super-scary.”

“It’s such a major transformation,” she told USA Today in 2025. “I just said, ‘I’m going to shave my head. I’m going to take my hair off and it’s going to grow back. Isn’t that so silly and fun? We can do whatever we want with our hair! It can change all the time.’ She’s like, ‘OK,’ and then was totally cool.”

Stone also had to get prepared for the hair transformation, with director Lanthimos knowing he had “one chance to do it properly” in the scene. Lanthimos had four different cameras ready to go “just to make sure none of them jammed” while filming.

“They kept saying, ‘We’ll be ready in 10 minutes. Nah, actually 30 minutes. No, actually an hour,’” Stone said, noting she did get the “slightest cold feet” at the time. “I was sitting there, building the anticipation. So I had a little last-minute freak, and then Yorgos came over, we talked, and I was like, ‘I’m going to be fine. It’s going to be great.’ And I absolutely loved it.”

Stone reached a meditative-like state while her head was being shaved, saying she was “telling myself to stay still because if I opened my eyes or flinched, it would really mess things up.”

Harry Styles returned to host “Saturday Night Live” on March 14, 2026, and used his opening monologue to poke fun at the queer-baiting allegations that have followed him for years.

The former “One Direction” star has long been accused of pandering to LGBTQ+ audiences without confirming whether he personally identifies as part of the community.

Those claims mostly stem from Styles’ gender-fluid fashion choices, as well as his tendency to avoid defining his sexuality publicly.

The British star pulled “double duty” during the episode, appearing as both host and musical guest. The cameo marked his second time hosting the iconic sketch show and his eighth overall “SNL” appearance.

Inside The Long-Running Debate Over Harry Styles’ Image

To many fans and commentators, Styles is simply a creative soul who embraces gender-fluid fashion and artistic freedom.

Others strongly dispute that interpretation, however, pointing instead to what they view as a pattern of “queer-baiting” from the singer, mostly through his aesthetics and performances.

Supporters of this view often point to some of his screen performances where he portrays gay characters.

In 2019, for instance, Styles appeared in a viral “SNL” sketch as a social media manager for Sara Lee. The character accidentally posted sexualized messages from the company account about gay threesomes and celebrities.

He also starred in the 2022 film “My Policeman” as Tom Burgess, a closeted British police officer in the 1950s who secretly maintains a romantic relationship with a man.

Styles Pokes Fun At The Claims In Cheeky ‘SNL’ Monologue

During his monologue on his return to host “Saturday Night Live,” Styles chose to turn the debate into a punchline.

The Grammy winner joked about the scrutiny surrounding his fashion choices and public persona, dating back to the period after he wrapped up his last tour in 2023.

“Back then, people seemed to pay a lot of attention to the clothes I was wearing, and some people accused me of something called ‘queer-baiting,’” Styles told the audience. “But did it ever occur to you that… maybe you don’t know everything about me, dad?!”

The monologue then escalated into a physical bit when “SNL” writer and performer Ben Marshall walked onstage.

After a brief exchange, Styles kissed him in front of the audience before delivering the punchline: “Now that’s queer-baiting!”

Social Media Reacts To Harry Styles’ Queer-Baiting Joke On ‘SNL’

Styles’ monologue didn’t settle the debate so much as revive it, with viewers online offering very different takes on what the punchline, and the kiss, actually meant.

Some fans praised the British singer for acknowledging the accusations head-on after years of avoiding the subject.

“Harry has never addressed a single thing like that in his whole life. Addressing the queerbaiting allegations really was unexpected but, hell yeah finally people can shut up,” one user wrote in the comments section of the monologue on YouTube.

Others, however, argued that the joke itself did little to change their view of Styles’ public image.

“He just queerbaited again, nothing more,” one critic claimed.

Harry Styles Has Previously Brushed Off Questions About His Sexuality

In August 2022, Styles sat down with Rolling Stone for a wide-ranging interview about his record-breaking tours, his transition into acting, and aspects of his personal life.

During the conversation, the modern-day pop icon spoke unprompted about how little weight he places on questions surrounding his sexuality.

Styles emphasized that much of the public conversation about his relationships is built on assumptions rather than confirmed details.

“Sometimes people say, ‘You’ve only publicly been with women,’ and I don’t think I’ve publicly been with anyone,” he explained. “If someone takes a picture of you with someone, it doesn’t mean you’re choosing to have a public relationship or something.”

The Singer Says Berlin Gave Him Rare Feeling Of ‘Freedom’

Styles also recently revealed how he began visiting Berlin in search of a place where he could feel normal.

In an interview with PEOPLE, the singer explained that the city’s nightlife culture, particularly its strict no-phones club policies, allowed him to relax in public in a way he usually can’t.

“I remember standing in the middle of the dance floor feeling ‘Oh, I’m no longer scanning the room to see if anyone’s filming or anything,’” Styles said. “I just felt like, ‘Oh, I’m just on my own right now and I feel so free.’”

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Nicole Kidman is receiving praise from fans on social media after revealing she plans to go to church before attending the Oscars.

The actress is set to appear at this year’s ceremony as one of the evening’s presenters, but she made it clear that her faith will still come first.

Kidman was widely assumed to have been involved with the Church of Scientology during her marriage to Tom Cruise in the 1990s, though she has rarely spoken publicly about her level of participation.

For most of her life, however, the Australian-American star has identified with Catholicism.

Despite previously admitting that some of her Hollywood peers tease her about her religious beliefs, Kidman has found strong support from fans after speaking openly about her faith.

Nicole Kidman Keeps Her Sunday Routine Even On Oscars Day

Kidman revealed her pre-Oscars plans during a red-carpet interview with Variety.

 “Well, this is crazy, but I will go to church in the morning,” she said, as seen in a clip of the conversation shared on the publication’s X account.

When asked why it was important for her to maintain the routine even on a day as significant as the Academy Awards, Kidman explained, “It just centers me. It’s what I do on a Sunday.”

The Oscar-winning actress’ commitment is even more notable given that the ceremony is set to start about an hour earlier than usual this year.

“It’s very early tomorrow,” Kidman continued. “It’s crazy… We’ll be out of there and then it’s like the night is just beginning.”

Actress Wins Over Fans With The Revelation

Kidman appeared slightly wary of backlash when she mentioned her plans to go to church, but many fans have actually responded positively.

On X, several users applauded her for staying grounded even on one of Hollywood’s biggest nights and choosing to keep a personal tradition amid the Oscars buzz.

“Classic Nicole, just sticking to her routine,” one fan wrote. “Always feels grounded no matter the event.”

Others joked that the actress might even have a professional reason for attending church ahead of Oscars night.

“Word is, she’s got a special prayer for dodging those awkward red-carpet questions,” one commenter quipped.

Nicole Kidman Doesn’t Take Her Daughters To The Oscars After-Parties

Kidman will be among the stars presenting at this year’s Academy Awards. Her participation was announced earlier this month alongside other names, including Channing Tatum, Pedro Pascal, and Sigourney Weaver.

Like many attendees, Kidman is expected to appear in several of the major after-parties that traditionally follow the main ceremony.

However, during her red-carpet interview with Variety, the actress revealed that her two teenage daughters, aged 17 and 15, would not be joining her for any of the late-night celebrations.

“No, it’s Sunday night,” Kidman said. “They’re on spring break, but they will just go home, have a bath, and go to bed.”

Kidman Has Been Open About Her Faith For Years

Despite the sensitivity that often surrounds conversations about faith and religion, Kidman has never shied away from sharing aspects of her personal journey.

In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, she opened up about attending church with her husband, Keith Urban, and their two daughters.

“That’s how we are raising our children,” Kidman said. “Keith has his own beliefs, but he comes, too. I had a very Catholic grandmother, and I was raised praying, so that had a massive impact.”

In her Hollywood circles, the “Big Little Lies” star said her lifestyle was something of a running joke.

“A lot of my friends tease me,” Kidman added.

Nicole Kidman Once Revealed She Nearly Became A Nun

Kidman’s commitment to her Christian faith runs deep, so much so that she once actually considered joining a convent.

Speaking to the December 2018 / January 2019 edition of Allure magazine, the actress revealed that her belief in God almost led her down a very different path from the one she ultimately chose.

“I’m spiritual in the sense that I absolutely believe in God,” Kidman explained. “I loved the idea of being a nun. Obviously, I did not choose to go that path, but I was very drawn to it.”

In her Vanity Fair interview, “The Hours” star also insisted that her faith still allows room for reflection and doubt.

“I wouldn’t say it’s absolutism, there’s constant questioning,” she said.

Although Apple TV had been producing interesting shows from its launch in late 2019, the streaming service announced itself as the “go-to” place for science fiction fans with the success of Severance. A mind-blowing, philosophically arresting series packed with twists and turns, Severance offered a compelling central mystery that was backed up by strong satire about the unhealthy work-life balance of modern employees. The first season was a masterpiece that stands as one of the best of the decade, but Severance reached its emotional apex in Season 2 with the episode “Chikhai Bardo.” It’s a series that is often defined by its biggest revelations, but “Chikhai Bardo” helped flesh out a second-tier character in the most visceral, heartbreaking way possible.

One of the biggest revelations in the first season of Severance is that the enigmatic wellness counselor Ms. Casey (Dichen Lachman) is actually Gemma, the wife of Mark (Adam Scott), whom he previously believed had been killed in a car accident. The twist has significant revelations regarding the way that Mark has conducted himself as a Lumon employee, but “Chikhai Bardo” is the first Severance episode to explore events from Gemma’s perspective, providing an opportunity for Lachman to shine. The title itself is a reference to the “moment of death” in Tibetan religious culture, and that theme of loss is presented in complex ways through the growth and collapse of Gemma’s relationship with Mark.

“Chikhai Bardo” Is One of the Best Episodes of ‘Severance’

It may not have been the first episode of Severance to be told in a non-linear way, but “Chikhai Bardo” has a significantly different style compared to the rest of the show because of its director. Ben Stiller is often thought of as the primary creative force behind Severance, and while he directed many of the best episodes, “Chikhai Bardo” was helmed by cinematographer Jessica Lee Gagné in her Severance directorial debut. Gagné had previously worked with Stiller on the underrated crime series Escape at Dannemora, and certainly knows how to heighten suspense within a confined environment. However, “Chikhai Bardo” is the rare flashback episode that doesn’t feel like a hazy memory, because reality is always visceral when it’s occurring. By diving back into the events that shaped both Mark and Gemma into the people that they became, Severance analyzes how significantly they have changed during their time at Lumon.

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“Chikhai Bardo” explores the early romance between Mark and Gemma, and how quickly their relationship fell apart as a result of her miscarriage. The episode was a reminder of how tactile the world of Severance is, and that its reality is one that doesn’t feel that far removed from the present; the fact that Lumon’s technological advances have in no way led to better medical treatment, specifically for women, is certainly something that is discussed. Although the “chikhai bardo” phrase is referenced directly in the episode, it could refer to multiple things; the death in question may have been the couple’s unborn child, but it also refers to the collapse of Gemma and Mark’s relationship, as they both grow more insular once she finds it impossible to conceive. Their frustrated, easily manipulated state makes it easier for Lumon to divide them and take advantage of the growing rift. While Mark is lied to and forced to accept the story that his wife was killed, Gemma is slowly adjusting to her new reality on the Lumon testing floor, realizing that she will never be able to revert to her life before.

Gemma Scott Is the Most Tragic Character in ‘Severance’

The thematic “moment of death” in “Chikhai Bardo” isn’t just the erasure of Mark’s memory of Gemma, but the loss of the prior versions of both characters. After spending time under Dr. Mauer (Robby Benson), one of the show’s best villains, Gemma truly becomes “Ms. Casey,” leaving everything in her life outside of Lumon behind. This is also the moment in which Mark’s mental health takes a turn for the worse, and his “outie” becomes hounded by grief and depression; the only escape from the tragedy of Gemma’s supposed death is within Lumon, which gives more power to his “innie.” Even if Gemma is alive, Mark grows so adjusted to his role as an employee that the person he was before begins to fade away. It’s because of the events in “Chikhai Brado” that Mark’s final choice during the now-iconic ending of Season 2 hits even harder.

Severance is often thought of as purely an intellectual series, but “Chikhai Bardo” shows how tragic the series is when its sci-fi ideas are explored in depth for the consequences that they may have. That viewers already knew when the episode began where Gemma and Mark would end up only makes it more painful; the kaleidoscopic approach to the timeline reflects the confusion that both characters faced after their minds were corrupted by Lumon technology. Although it is very much a standalone installment, “Chikhai Bardo” also functions as an important part of the show’s serialization because it sets up Mark’s reawakening. Shocking episodes like “Cold Harbour” and “The We We Are” might be among Severance’s most iconic moments, but its installments like “Chikhai Bardo” raise the bar to a new standard of what sci-fi television can achieve.

“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Kyle Richards is opening up about Robert Cosby Jr.’s “incredibly moving” memorial service. During a new interview, the veteran reality star revealed why she chose to attend the 23-year-old’s homegoing in Salt Lake City following his unfortunate death.

Kyle Richards Opens Up About Robert Cosby Jr.’s ‘Incredibly Moving’ Memorial Service

Speaking with PEOPLE, Richards shared that she chose to attend the memorial service in Utah to support Mary Cosby. “I don’t know her well, but she’s somebody who’s always been kind when I have met her, and as a mother and a fellow Housewife, I just felt I needed to be there and show up and support her,” she said.

Richards went on to say that the service was “so incredibly moving,” adding that she’d never “experienced something like that” before.

According to Richards, attending the religious event left her with a profound sense of gratitude. “I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to be there and support her and experience something like that. Like I said, I will never forget that day ever in my life,” she said.

Kyle Richards Says She And Mary Cosby Are ‘Texting’ Back And Forth Following Her Son’s Homegoing

While Richards and Mary aren’t incredibly close, the two Bravo stars have been in communication since Robert’s memorial service. Richards shared that the pair had been “texting back and forth” and later explained how appreciative she was that the “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star even invited her.

“I appreciated her having me there because I just, like I said, I was so touched by it,” Richards said. “I just can’t imagine what she’s going through.”

According to a previous report from The Blast, Robert passed away in February 2026 after Utah police responded to a call of a potential overdose.

Mary confirmed Robert’s death in a social media post of her own, writing, “Our beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord.”

She added, “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.”

Kyle Richards Wasn’t The Only ‘Real Housewives’ Star In Attendance

“Real Housewives” figurehead Andy Cohen revealed on his radio show, “Andy Cohen Live,” that while he wasn’t able to attend Robert’s memorial service, several of the franchise’s marquee players did.

In addition to Richards, Cohen shouted out “Real Housewives of Atlanta” stars Cynthia Bailey and Shereé Whitfield, as well as Mary’s “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” peers, Heather Gay, Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Bronwyn Newport, Whitney Rose, Angie Katsanevas, and Britani Bateman.

“I love it that they went,” Cohen shared. “I think that is so kind. [Whitfield, Bailey, and Richards] are real ones, those three.”

Cohen also dished on the service, revealing that he heard it was “so uplifting and so moving and absolutely, kind of, rapturous.” He continued, “And Mary was on one, I mean, in a spiritual way. She was spiritually on one, let me say that.”

Mary’s Son Remembered For His Faith Following His Death

Robert’s death came as a surprise to many, considering he spoke with his mother during “RHOSLC” season 6 about his addiction struggles and shared that he believed he was making progress.

In an online obituary, Robert was remembered as a “bright, loving, and gifted young man whose compassion and gentle spirit touched everyone he met,” according to The Blast.

“Robert loved his parents with a fierce and unwavering devotion, and his mother was his closest confidante,” the obituary continued. “His first and greatest love, however, was for God. Baptized in Jesus’ Name and filled with the Holy Ghost, he was cherished as the First Son of the Faith Temple Pentecostal Churches.”

Bailey Recalled Being ‘Paralyzed’ By The News Of Robert’s Passing

During an episode of her “Humble Brag” podcast, Bailey recalled being “paralyzed” by the news of Robert’s passing. Elsewhere in the episode, the “RHOA” alum shared how she believed Mary was processing her tragic loss.

“I think there’s levels, there’s shock, there’s just processing the reality of the situation,” Bailey shared. “I know I’m doing a horrible job of trying to explain this to you guys, but I just don’t know any other way to do it. I just wanted to recognize that we are all supporting Mary Cosby and her family. This was a huge hit for the Bravo universe. She’s such a big part of it.”