Sister Wives: Concerns Grow Over Meri Brown’s New Boyfriend

Sister Wives star Meri Brown has made headlines recently with the introduction of her new “mystery man.” However, there’s a lingering concern that she may be setting herself up for yet another round of disappointment. At 53 years old, Meri has faced significant challenges in her quest for love, and her journey has been tumultuous. After working diligently to salvage her marriage to Kody Brown, it has become clear that her efforts went largely unreciprocated. Having been raised in a polygamous family, Meri initially held onto the hope of maintaining her marriage, but she eventually had to confront the painful reality that it was over.

Meri’s Relationship History

In 2022, after enduring 32 years of marriage and raising one child, Meri made the courageous decision to depart from Kody and the plural family. She became the third wife to exit this complicated relationship. At one point, Kody was married to four women and had 18 children, but by the time Sister Wives reached its 19th season, he found himself in a predominantly monogamous scenario with his fourth wife, Robyn Brown. As Meri embarked on this new chapter alone, she expressed a determination to find love again. Recently, she shared a photo featuring her new mystery man, sparking hopes for her future.

Lessons from Her Last Relationship

Meri’s romantic journey has been fraught with challenges. Her lengthy marriage to Kody left her feeling isolated and unfulfilled. After separating from Kody, it seemed her romantic prospects began to brighten when she briefly dated Amos Andrews. With Christine Brown marrying David Woolley shortly after her own departure, there were moments of hope that Meri might follow suit. Unfortunately, the relationship with Amos fizzled out almost as quickly as it started.

In February 2024, Meri took to Instagram to announce the end of her relationship with Amos, revealing, “Last week, I had to face some hard truths and have some difficult conversations.” She clarified that although there was mutual care, their relationship was not sustainable. Supportive messages flooded the comments from fans encouraging her journey towards self-love, with one comment stating, “Love yourself enough to wait for the person who will bring exactly everything you want to the table.”

Another promised, “Your forever love will find you when the time is right.”

After this breakup, Meri spent an extended period single, focusing on self-improvement, health, and her entrepreneurial ventures. She embraced a healthier lifestyle and launched a new life coaching business. With her only child, 29-year-old Leon Brown, living independently, Meri faced periods of solitude. Although she had distanced herself from the Brown family and missed family gatherings, she was fortunate to have a supportive group of friends keeping her social life vibrant.

Meri’s New Companion: Brandon Stone

Introducing Brandon Stone

Recently, Meri shared a festive Instagram post that garnered attention—a picture alongside a man named Brandon Stone. Her caption, “It’s a Christmas miracle! #MysteryMan #LifeIsGood,” suggests a significant connection, albeit without explicitly labeling him as her boyfriend. Investigating further into Brandon’s background reveals that he is a military veteran and has at least one child, which adds complexity to his profile.

Meri’s announcement quickly accumulated 29K likes, reflecting a mixture of excitement and concern from fans. However, the manner in which this relationship was shared feels eerily reminiscent of her earlier reveal with Amos, which leaves room for skepticism about its longevity. I genuinely wish for Meri to discover true love, especially after her tumultuous relationship history with Kody, which included some genuinely hurtful remarks from him.

Meri’s Intentions with Brandon

Reflections on Kody

Meri Brown and Kody Brown looking upset — Custom image by César García

The timing of Meri’s post raises questions regarding her emotional state. The latest episodes illustrate the real conclusion of her relationship with Kody. Their farewell was an emotional climax, seemingly providing Meri with closure, especially after she formally obtained a release from their spiritual marriage through church channels. However, the swiftness with which she has moved on to Brandon is troubling; it seems like she is seeking validation in the wake of her long-standing relationship with Kody.

Kody has previously criticized Meri for her role in their polygamous arrangement, casting additional shadows over her emotional well-being. His recent comments during the new season have been exceptionally brutal, claiming he regretted their marriage and essentially used his other wives as a shield against divorce. This backdrop heightens my concern that Meri’s pursuit of a new relationship might stem more from a desire for affirmation and desirability rather than genuine companionship. Nevertheless, I sincerely hope that Meri and Brandon manage to prove otherwise.

Wife	Age	Married	Divorced	Children
Meri Brown	53	1990	2022	1
Janelle Brown	55	1993	2022	6 (1 deceased)
Christine Brown	52	1994	2021	6
Robyn Brown	45	2010	—	5 (3 from previous marriage)