Sister Wives Viewers Share Strong Opinions on Meri Brown’s Support for Kody Brown’s Polygamous Beliefs

Throughout her time on Sister Wives, Meri Brown has drawn significant criticism from viewers, often labeled as attention-seeking. Meri fell in love with Kody Brown in the late 1980s, and together they initially formed a monogamous marriage. However, they later transitioned into a polygamous family structure, incorporating Janelle, Christine, and Robyn Brown. Initially, Meri embraced this lifestyle. Yet, as Kody began to favor Robyn, tensions rose. In a pivotal moment in 2023, Meri recognized that Kody could never provide her with the love she yearned for and chose to leave him.

The discourse surrounding Meri has recently intensified, particularly on social media platforms like Reddit. A user known as
@PretendBrain115 initiated a thread discussing Meri’s controversial demeanor, describing her behavior as “cringey.”The post resonated with many, garnering hundreds of likes as others echoed similar sentiments. Comments ranged from critiques of Kody’s treatment of Meri, where @Zipper-is-awesome stated, “Kody was absolutely HORRIBLE to Meri,”to cautioning that Meri’s actions negatively impacted Janelle and Christine. Another Reddit user, @Sad_Letterhead_6673, remarked that while Meri deserved better, “Meri’s behavior is on Meri,”implying she did not resist Kody’s expectations of polygamy.

Meri "guarded" times infinity. by u/PretendBrain115 in SisterWives

Understanding the Critique from Sister Wives Fans

Scrutiny of Meri’s Interactions with the Brown Family

Critics among the Sister Wives fanbase have highlighted several justifiable concerns regarding Meri’s behavior. She has notably positioned herself as the primary victim within the family, suggesting she was compelled into polygamy, despite having initially agreed to it. This portrayal raises questions about her inability to foster meaningful relationships with the other Sister Wives—opportunities that were present from the outset. Many fans believe Meri’s self-view as superior to Janelle and Christine hindered her ability to connect with them fully.

In later seasons, Meri’s behavior prompted increased scrutiny. Observant viewers contend that she engaged in acts to gain sympathy, often isolating herself to solicit attention. This isolation backfired, as her past behavior likely deterred others from demonstrating genuine concern for her well-being. Allegations surfaced from family members like Mykelti Brown, who has implied instances of physical and verbal abuse associated with Meri. Additionally, Paedon Brown has hinted at her unkindness toward family children, labeling her demeanor as especially abrasive.

Analyzing Meri’s Involvement in Kody’s Polygamy

Meri’s Priorities: Friends Over Family

Meri Brown looking pensive — Custom image by César García

There exists a consensus among fans that Meri bears some responsibility for her strained relationship with Kody. Despite opportunities to reject the polygamous lifestyle, she chose instead to align with Kody’s vision of plural marriage, likely hoping for improved familial dynamics. Throughout various episodes, Meri’s distant and unfriendly demeanor has been noted, shedding light on her lack of connection with other wives and their children, which is perhaps why her social media showcases friends rather than family.

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