{"id":225475,"date":"2026-02-27T19:57:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T19:57:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/27\/andy-cohen-posts-beautiful-message-to-mary-cosby-after-death-of-her-son\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T19:57:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T19:57:38","slug":"andy-cohen-posts-beautiful-message-to-mary-cosby-after-death-of-her-son","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/27\/andy-cohen-posts-beautiful-message-to-mary-cosby-after-death-of-her-son\/","title":{"rendered":"Andy Cohen Posts Beautiful Message to Mary Cosby After Death of Her Son"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Andy Cohen has shared an emotional message to Mary Cosby following <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2026\/02\/robert-cosby-jr-cause-of-death-mary-cosbys-son-passes-away-at-23\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the death of her son<\/a>, Robert Cosby Jr.<\/p>\n<p>The 23-year old died on February 23 in Utah after Salt Lake City authorities were alerted to a possible overdose. Truly awful.<\/p>\n<p>During the Thursday episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, meanwhile, the program\u2019s appeared emotional as he spoke about the tragedy.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><\/noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-549542 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2242456793-scaled.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andy Cohen attends The Cast Of \u201cNobody Wants This\u201d Appear On SiriusXM\u2019s \u2018Andy Cohen Live\u2019 at SiriusXM Studios on October 21, 2025 in New York City.<span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by Jason Mendez\/Getty Images for SiriusXM)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cBefore we go, I want to send all my love and heartfelt condolences to Mary Cosby and her family after news broke yesterday about the tragic passing of Mary\u2019s son Robert Jr.,\u201d Cohen said on air, adding:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis devastatingly sad news is every parent\u2019s worst nightmare. My heart breaks for Mary. I will always appreciate getting a small window into the unconditional love between Mary and Robert Jr.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast member confirmed the loss of her son earlier this week.<\/p>\n<p> \u201cMary, you did such a good job,\u201d Cohen continued, before going on to praise the mother and son for opening up about Robert Jr.\u2019s mental health and drug addiction during an episode of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord,\u201d Mary\u2019s post opened.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThough our hearts ache, we take comfort in God\u2019s promise and in knowing he is finally at peace. We are grateful for your prayers and trust in the Lord to carry us through this time of sorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1024x675.png\" alt=\"Robert Cosby Jr., the son of Bravo star Mary Cosby, has died at the age of 23.\" class=\"wp-image-549318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1024x675.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-2048x1350.png 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-960x633.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1080x712.png 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1200x791.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1024x675.png\" alt=\"Robert Cosby Jr., the son of Bravo star Mary Cosby, has died at the age of 23.\" class=\"wp-image-549318 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1024x675.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-2048x1350.png 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-960x633.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1080x712.png 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM-1200x791.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-25-at-2.40.39-PM.png\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Robert Cosby Jr., the son of Bravo star Mary Cosby, has died at the age of 23.<span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (YouTube)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On season 5 of the Bravo series, the majority of Mary\u2019s storyline revolved around learning of her son\u2019s severe drug addiction, which was brought to light in an emotional scene between parent and child.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI started doing Xanax with Acid, and then Molly with Xanax,\u201d Robert revealed at the time. \u201cI really like Xanax, so I mix it with everything. Xanax and cocaine. You know the regular 30mg Oxys? I noticed \u2026 this was, like, a turning point for me. I was taking 10 at once, and I couldn\u2019t even feel it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>We have yet to learn of a cause of death.<\/p>\n<p>But most observers presume drug use was involved.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"710\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-549350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1024x710.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-2048x1420.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-960x666.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1080x749.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1200x832.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"710\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-549350 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1024x710.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-2048x1420.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-960x666.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1080x749.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-1200x832.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2225712446-scaled.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andy Cohen and Mary Cosby attend Las Culturistas Culture Awards at The Orpheum Theatre on July 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.<span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by Maya Dehlin Spach\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Cohen went on to commend Mary for doing \u201csuch a good job\u201d for opening up about Robert Jr.\u2019s mental health and drug addiction during an episode of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI know their bravery and their vulnerability in sharing their story has helped and will continue to help countless people who are struggling,\u201d Cohen said. \u201cRest in peace Robert Jr. and thanks.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>From what we\u2019ve heard, filming on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2026\/02\/real-housewives-of-salt-lake-city-season-7-delayed-due-to-death-of-mary-cosbys-son\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 7 has been postponed<\/a> due to this incident.<\/p>\n<p>Cohen previously shared a message on his Instagram Stories about Robert Jr.\u2019s death, shortly after the news broke.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDevastatingly sad news out of SLC,\u201d the father of two Cohen wrote. \u201cThis is every parent\u2019s worst nightmare. My heart is broken for Mary, and I am sending all my love to her and Robert Sr.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2026\/02\/andy-cohen-posts-beautiful-message-to-mary-cosby-after-death-of-her-son\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reading Time: 3 minutes Andy Cohen has shared an emotional message to Mary Cosby following the death of her son, Robert Cosby Jr. The 23-year old died on February 23 in Utah after Salt Lake City authorities were alerted to a possible overdose. Truly awful. During the Thursday episode of Watch What Happens Live with [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":225476,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-225475","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-hollywood"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225475","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=225475"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225475\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/225476"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=225475"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=225475"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=225475"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}