The dynamics of the Sister Wives family took a dramatic turn with the introduction of Robyn Brown. Known for her questionable tactics, Robyn’s presence ultimately contributed to the downfall of the Browns. The family patriarch, Kody, visibly favored Robyn and her children over his other wives, Meri, Janelle, and Christine Brown, a preference that became even more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This favoritism created significant chaos within the family, causing tension not only among the wives but also straining the relationship between the children and their father. Viewers strongly believe that Robyn managed to push the other wives away by manipulating Kody, often resorting to tears and portraying herself as a victim. She presented herself as more compliant and submissive than the other wives, willingly following Kody’s rules without question.
This favoritism towards Robyn is considered by many as the root cause of the Brown family’s eventual breakdown. However, this is just one aspect of Robyn’s manipulative behavior. So, what makes Robyn the most disliked character on Sister Wives? Is she worse than Kody? Read on to explore further.
Robyn has never been a fan favorite, and her unpopularity began from her initial appearance on the show, where she gradually revealed her manipulative tactics. Fans are particularly annoyed by her frequent crying on the show, often dubbing her “Sobyn Robyn.” They suspect that many of her actions align more with those of a monogamous wife rather than a sister wife. She is often seen attempting to monopolize Kody’s attention, diverting his focus to her and their five children instead of his other wives.
One of Robyn’s most infamous moments occurred in Season 6 of Sister Wives during her purity speech. She expressed her distress over how her former husband, David Jessop, took away her purity, lamenting that she couldn’t save herself for Kody. In a symbolic gesture, she presented Kody with a locket representing her purity.
This speech took place in front of her three children from her previous marriage. Interestingly, this scene ultimately led to Robyn divorcing Jessop and becoming Kody’s fourth wife. It was also likely the beginning of the Brown family’s downfall.
(Note: It’s important to remember that reality TV shows may be edited to create specific narratives and that public perception of the individuals involved is subjective.)