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Mary Cosby and Husband ‘Struggling’ to ‘Comprehend’ Son’s Death
The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’s Mary Cosby and her husband, Robert Cosby Sr., are “struggling to understand” son Robert Cosby Jr.’s death.
“Robert Sr. and Mary Cosby are mourning the loss of their beloved son, Robert Clinton Cosby, Jr.,” Clayton Simms, an attorney for the Cosby family, exclusively told Us Weekly on Wednesday, February 25. “His untimely passing is hard to comprehend, and the Cosbys are struggling to understand how someone so young and full of life could be gone so soon. Robert Jr.’s warm spirit, humor and kind heart will be missed.”
He continued, “A favorite bible passage of the Cosby family is Ecclesiastes 1:2-8, which touches upon the idea that human pursuits, pleasures and accomplishments are fleeting and futile without spiritual purpose. This loss is sudden, and the family asks for privacy during this difficult time.”
News broke on Wednesday that Robert Jr. died at age 23. Authorities confirmed to Us that they responded to a call on Monday, February 23, with TMZ reporting that it was for a “full arrest” and “medical emergency.” Robert Jr. was found dead on arrival.
The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby has broken her silence after her son Robert Cosby Jr.’s untimely death. “Our beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord,” Mary, 53, told Us Weekly on Wednesday, February 25. “Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in God’s promise and in […]
A death investigation is open and active. TMZ, who was the first to report the news on Wednesday, alleged that Robert died following a possible overdose. His cause of death has not been confirmed.
A 911 audio has since been obtained by Page Six, with the dispatcher saying, “Twenty-three-year-old male, not conscious, not breathing. One dose of Narcan given. Police have been called. Three units in route.” (Us Weekly reached out to the Salt Lake City Police Department for comment.)
Mary and Robert Sr. paid tribute to Robert Jr. in a statement to Us, sharing that their son has “been called home to the Lord.”
“Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in God’s promise and in knowing he is finally at peace,” the couple wrote. “We are grateful for your prayers and trust in the Lord to carry us through this time of sorrow.”
In a separate statement, Bravo also mourned the death of Robert Jr. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Mary’s beloved son, Robert Jr. Mary is a cherished member of our family, and our thoughts, love, and deepest condolences are with her and her loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” the network wrote in a statement to Us.
Last year, Robert Jr. checked into an in-patient rehab facility. After he was out, Robert Jr. was arrested for violating a protective order. He pleaded guilty to the charges and was released from jail earlier this month.
“I’m happy. I’m in a good place. I’m not worried about him,” Mary shared during the Bravo show’s season 6 reunion in January when asked about Robert Jr.’s arrest. “I know he’s somewhere where he’s not using. At some point, I have to step back so that he can learn and he can make his own decision, and unfortunately, he’s learning the hard way.”
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).