Mary Cosby faces family turmoil as son Robert Jr.'s wife files for divorce

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Thanksgiving has brought an unexpected issue for Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby. Her son, Robert Cosby Jr., is now facing a divorce. His wife, Alexiana Smokoff, filed court papers in Utah at the start of the week.

The legal documents were filed under seal. This means the public cannot access the reason for the divorce or the details about money or property. No information is available on what Alexiana wants from the court.

The filing has created new interest in Robert Jr.’s life. Viewers remember his past appearances on RHOSLC and Mary’s reaction to his secret wedding. The couple married in 2022 at a courthouse without Mary's knowledge. Their relationship has been a topic on the show since then.


Mary Cosby and the couple’s past on the show

Mary Cosby (Image via Getty)
Mary Cosby (Image via Getty)

Mary first learned about her son’s marriage during season 4 of the show. Robert Jr. had married Alexiana without telling her. Their courthouse wedding took place in August 2022. Mary said she was surprised because she had no idea it had happened.

The couple did not have children. They lived in Mary’s Utah home, as shown in several episodes. Their living situation created questions among viewers, and the show often highlighted the tension between the three of them.

There were also claims on the show that both Robert Jr. and Alexiana struggled with drug issues. These claims became part of Mary’s storyline and added pressure to their marriage. The topic drew more public attention to their lives.

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What happens ahead?

Mary Cosby (Image via Getty)
Mary Cosby (Image via Getty)

Alexiana filed for divorce on Monday in a Utah court. Since the case is sealed, the reasons and requests are unknown. It is not clear if the pair had been living apart before the filing or if the decision came suddenly.

With no children involved, the court process may be simpler. Still, the split may influence Mary’s personal and public life. She has often tried to keep her family issues private, but they have still become part of the show.

Mary has not made a public comment about the divorce. Fans will watch to see how she responds and whether the issue becomes part of future storylines. The show often covers personal struggles, so this event may bring more focus to Mary and her family.

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Edited by Yesha Srivastava