Why Andy Cohen Missed Funeral for Mary Cosby’s Late Son Robert Jr.

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Andy Cohen is sending lots of love to the Cosby family.

Following the death of Mary Cosby’s son, Robert Cosby Jr., after a struggle with drug addiction, Andy Cohen, host of Watch What Happens Live, explained why he didn’t attend the 23-year-old’s funeral on March 7th.

Andy, father to Ben, 7, and Lucy, 3, explained on his SiriusXM radio show, Andy Cohen Live, that he couldn’t attend Robert Jr.’s service in Salt Lake City on Saturday because he had a busy weekend with his kids. He did, however, get a detailed account of the ceremony, which he heard was truly remarkable.

Although she couldn’t be there, Mary received support from her fellow Real Housewives, including Kyle Richards, Cynthia Bailey, and Shereé Whitfield. Cast and crew members from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City – like Heather Gay, Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Bronwyn Newport, Whitney Rose, Angie Katsanevas, and Britani Bateman – also showed their support.

Andy praised Kyle, Cynthia, and Shereé for attending, saying he appreciated their kindness and considered them genuine friends.

Andy shared that Mary, the First Lady of Salt Lake City’s Faith Temple Pentecostal Church, drew on her experience as a pastor when planning the event to remember her son.

He described the service as incredibly inspiring and emotionally powerful, almost ecstatic. He also said Mary seemed deeply moved and connected to something spiritual during the service.

Andy finished by mentioning that Kyle told him Robert Jr.’s father, Robert Cosby Sr., gave an amazing speech.

Robert Jr. died on February 23rd, and police are investigating the incident as a possible overdose, according to Salt Lake City Police Department officials. The exact cause of death is still under investigation by the medical examiner.

Mary shared in a statement on February 25th that her son, Robert Jr., has passed away. While deeply saddened, she finds solace in her faith and the belief that he is now at peace. She and her family appreciate everyone’s prayers and are relying on God to help them through this difficult time.

Shortly after confirming the death of her son, Mary posted a moving tribute to the 23-year-old.

On February 28th, Mary shared a nostalgic Instagram photo with a heartfelt message: ‘#godfirst #love #forever.’ She added, ‘I’m going to miss you, bubs.’

Continue scrolling to see photos of Robert Jr. and Mary together, taken before his sudden passing.

You won’t believe what I heard! Andy told me that Kyle shared some incredible news: Robert Cosby Sr., Robert Jr.’s father, gave a truly unbelievable speech. Apparently, it was something special!

Robert Jr. died on February 23rd. Police were called to check on a possible overdose, according to Salt Lake City Police Department officials. The exact cause of death is still under investigation by the medical examiner.

Mary shared on February 25th that her son, Robert Jr., has passed away. Despite their grief, she stated they find solace in their faith and the belief that he is now at peace. They appreciate everyone’s prayers and are relying on God to help them through this difficult time.

It absolutely broke my heart to see Mary share her tribute to her son, just days after confirming he’d passed away. He was only 23, and it was such a moving, yet devastating, message.

On February 28th, Mary shared a nostalgic photo of the two of them on Instagram, writing, ‘#godfirst #love #forever.’ She added, ‘I’m going to miss you, bubs.’

Keep reading to look back at Robert Jr.’s family photos with Mary prior to his untimely death.

Oh my gosh, it just breaks my heart thinking about Mary Cosby’s son, Robert Jr. He was so young – only 23 when he passed away in February 2026. I remember seeing this incredibly sweet post on Mary’s Instagram back in September 2023, a really precious mother-son moment. It was so clear he was going through a tough time with addiction, and she was trying to be there for him. It’s just… devastating.

Just weeks before news of Robert Jr.’s death stunned viewers of RHOSLC, his mother shared a heartfelt tribute to him on Instagram. Posted on February 7, 2026, it read, “#godfirst Love you all My Beautiful Son.. I love him sm.”

On season six of the Bravo show, Robert Jr. revealed he was having difficulty remaining sober following a legal issue. This honest admission deeply moved the preacher, bringing him to tears during the 2026 reunion.

Mary posted a tribute to her “beautiful son” in April 2024.

In a 2024 incident, Mary challenged Robert Jr. about a rumor she’d heard – that he was already married. What did he say?

“I mean, kind, yeah…” the then 20-year-old shyly admitted. “Like, I went to the courthouse.”

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2026-03-10 18:19