Janelle Brown with her family.Photo:Janelle Brown/Instagram
Janelle Brown/Instagram
From parenting her kids to coping with loss,Janelle Brownhas shared her family’s story onSister Wives.
Janelle and her now-exKody Brownwelcomed children Logan, Madison, Hunter, Gabriel, Savanah and the late Garrison during their relationship. Their journey as parents has been a central narrative on their long-running TLC seriesSister Wives.
Despite the challenges of plural marriage, Janelle often reflected on its earlier benefits. “A big part of my relationship with Kody has been the fact that he was such an engaged father. He was such a good dad,” she shared during theSeason 18 premiere ofSister Wivesin 2023.However, tensions grew when Kody became estranged from two of their sons, leading Janelle to admit, “I can’t really be in a full relationship with him if he’s on bad terms with our children.”
Janelle Brown goes grocery shopping with 4 of her kids.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Throughout it all, Janelle has remained proud of the values she instilled in her kids, even as they choose different paths from their upbringing.
“None of our children have chosen to live in polygamy. We don’t even have any really that are in the Mormon church, the mainstream [Latter-Day Saints] church,” she told PEOPLE in 2023. “I think polygamy is hard, and I think you really do have to have a religious conviction, and they just don’t.”
Despite herseparation from Kody, which was confirmed in December 2022, Janelle remains very active in her children’s lives. Here’s everything to know about Janelle Brown’s children: Logan, Madison, Hunter, Gabriel, Savanah and the late Garrison.
Janelle Brown with her son Logan Brown in July 2022.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Janelle and Kody welcomed their first child, son Logan, in May 1994.
He began his higher education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and exercise science in 2017. Logan then pursued a master’s in business administration at UNLV’s Lee Business School, graduating in December 2020.
According tohis LinkedIn, after serving as a business analyst, Logan became a community development manager at a Nevada-based startup in May 2021, working closely with entrepreneurs to foster growth within local communities. Currently, he is the director for strategic operations at TravelWealth in Las Vegas.
“You always have such a sense of peace when your children find amazing life partners,” Janelle wrote in anInstagram postalong with photos from their special day.
While Logan used to make appearances onSister Wivesin the early days, he now seemingly stays out of the spotlight.
Janelle Brown with her daughter Madison Brown and son-in-law Caleb Brush.Madison Brown/ Instagram
Madison Brown/ Instagram
Janelle and Kody welcomed their older daughter, Madison, on Nov. 3, 1995.
Maddie got engaged to her now-husband Caleb Brush in September 2015 and the couplegot marriedin June 2016. Their wedding was afamily affair, with Maddie’s sisters serving as bridesmaids and her half-sister Truely as the flower girl.
Together, Maddie and Caleb have three children and are expecting their fourth. They welcomed their first child, sonAxel, on May 20, 2017, and their daughterEvangalynnwas born on Aug. 20, 2019. In February 2023, Maddie and Caleb celebrated the arrival of their third child, daughterJosephine. The couple announced in September 2024 thatthey are expectingtheir fourth child, who is due in March 2025. Janelle has publiclypraised her daughterfor “being such a good mom.”
Janelle Brown smiles with son Hunter Brown.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Janelle and Kody welcomed their sonHunterin February 1997.
In 2022, Hunter announced he graduated, stating inanother post, “Finally finished with my Masters and blessed to say it is from the #1 MSN/MEN program in the US.”
That same year, Hunter briefly moved back to Flagstaff, Ariz., to be closer to his family (who was residing there at the time), with mom Janelle sharing onInstagram, “This mommas heart is bursting ❤️My son Hunter is ‘local-ish’ for the first time in 7 years."
Janelle Brown and son Robert Garrison Brown.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Garrison — who was bornRobert Garrison Brownon April 10, 1998 — was the fourth child of Janelle and Kody.
“Kody and I are deeply saddened to announce the loss of our beautiful boy Robert Garrison Brown. He was a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him,” Janelle and Kody shared in a jointInstagram postat the time.
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Janelle expressed her shockover the loss of Garrison, stating, “We just had no idea that he was in that place … But he didn’t ever express any kind of extreme sad feelings." The Brown familyheld a private servicefor Garrison on March 9, 2024.
The Nevada National Guard remembered his work as a staff sergeant and what he meant to his family in a tribute post onFacebook.
“Known for his adventurous spirit, Brown traveled extensively, exploring multiple countries and continents,” they wrote. “He had a passion for comedy, amateur craftsmanship, and adventurous photography, with his night sky photography particularly moving those who viewed it.”
Janelle Brown and son Gabe Brown.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Janelle and Kody welcomed their son Gabriel in October 2001. He was around 9 years old whenSister Wivesstarted filming.
Years later, the COVID-19 pandemic strained Gabe’s relationship with his father. Disagreements over quarantine protocols and relationships led to tensions. During one 2023 episode, Gabe said, “Me and Garrison are at odds with my dad, because when we expressed our discontent at how things were going with COVID, I was met with just a wall. And there was no line of dialogue. I think that that is what really drove the wedge between us.”
The estrangement culminated in a significant incident in 2021 when Kody called Gabe on his 20th birthday but forgot it was his special day.
Gabe later tearfully shared in an episode of the show that, “I didn’t remind him that it was my birthday because I wanted to see if he remembered. And he didn’t.”
Despite the difficulties in Gabe’s relationship with his dad, Janelle continues toshow her son support. “Thank you for being the son who is always checking in on his mama, who feels deeply and has the tenderest of hearts,” shewrote on Instagramfor Gabe’s 22nd birthday.
Janelle Brown on a road trip with daughter Savanah Brown in June 2024.Janelle Brown/ Instagram
Janelle and Kody welcomed their youngest child, daughter Savanah, on Dec. 7, 2004.
She attended high school in Flagstaff and graduated in May 2023. Both Janelle and Kodywere present at her graduationceremony, marking a rare family reunion following their separation.
“Savanah has graduated! My children are all grown up ❤️. Such a beautiful day. There was definitely a difference with this graduation versus others in the past - but all is well,” Janelle captioned anInstagram photoof her daughter in her cap and gown.
Savanah maintains a close bond with her mother, and they bothshare selfieson social media with each other. In 2022, Janelle gushed overa candid photoof her daughter, writing, “Isn’t Savanah so beautiful ? And she is going to be 18 in about a week! This momma feels old !”
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source: people.com