TV star brings people to tears as son, 21, shares substance abuse battle

There’s no denying Mary Cosby has become something of a Real Housewives icon. Since first appearing on RHOSLC four years ago, she’s emerging as a solid fan favorite. Now, as some super emotional and “powerful” scenes between herself and her son, Robert Jr, air in season 5, Mary is set to go down in the Bravo history books.

The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City hopped aboard the Bravo train later than many of the others in the franchise. Launching in 2020, Meredith Marks, Lisa Barlow, Heather Gay, and co have all had a relatively recent rise to reality TV fame. Despite only being on the Bravo show a short while, RHOSLC fans are “blown away,” and “in awe” of the season 5 scenes. We’re not crying, you’re crying.

1. ‘Powerful and real’

Mary is putting the ‘real’ in Real Housewives.

2. Crying and laughing

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As viewers wipe away tears of sadness hearing Robert Jr’s story, Mary then flips their emotions and has them in fits of laughter as she shares a special moment with her son.

3. Robert Jr and Mary are ‘brave’

People are really taking their hats off to Mary and Robert Jr for choosing to share his substance abuse issues on screen.

The “raw and vulnerable” conversation had many people in awe.

4. Robert Jr talks mental health

During his chat with his mom, Robert Jr, 21, admits he dealt with some mental health challenges.

Fans are wiping away tears as they watch RHOSLC this November.

5. A real turnaround

Cue all the Kelly Brook spitting out a drink memes as fans can barely believe they’re now Mary STANS after seasons of disliking her.

6. Protect Robert and Mary

These two need to be protected at all costs.

7. ‘Never cried so hard’

Mary provided an update on Robert Jr via Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live this November.

According to his mom, Robert Jr is “doing well.”

8. Getting to know Mary is a joy

Sharing more of her life on screen in season 5 looks to have been a good move for Mary Cosby.

Some think an award could be coming her way next year for her scenes.

9. Using a platform for good

Mary’s stans are aware she and Robert Jr didn’t have to share his journey on screen.

The fact they did speaks volumes and she explained on the Aftershow how she hopes Robert’s story will help other people.

Go Mary and Robert Jr!

10. Mary is a great mom

Although Mary said she felt she “let Robert Jr down” after he admitted to having substance abuse issues, fans are commending her as a mom on X (Twitter).

11. Mary wins people over

People are doing a U-Turn when it comes to their opinion on Mary this season.

12. Scene is ‘gut-wrenching’

The moment will surely go down in Real Housewives history.

13. People are left ‘speechless’

The love Mary has for her son really is palpable. We couldn’t agree more.

14. Mary isn’t judging her son

Mary said she wouldn’t support Robert Jr’s lifestyle, but she would “try to help” him get things back on track – without judgment.

15. Scene is super emotional

Mary and Robert Jr’s bravery is the one thing that stands out most for RHOSLC lovers.

It was “heart-wrenching” to watch, that’s for sure. But, so many people could be helped by bringing these kinds of issues to light.

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For substance abuse treatment and mental health referrals, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357), or 1-844-289-0879 available 24/7. You can also contact American Addiction Centers for free and confidential advice at (888) 341-9792.

To get help in the UK, you can call Frank on 0300 123 6600 or Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) on 0800 9177 650.

If you are affected by any issues raised in the article or would like someone to speak to, please call or text 988 to reach out and speak to a counselor. You can reach the Crisis Text Line by sending the letters MHA to 741741 or call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you’re struggling or in crisis.

You can also contact the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or text Talk With Us to 66746.

In the UK, you can contact the Samaritans for free on 116 123. You can also email them at [email protected] or visit Samaritans – Here to listen to find your nearest branch in the UK. You can text SHOUT to 85258 for help, or text YM if you’re under the age of 19. If you’re under 19 you can also call Childline on 0800 1111, and this number won’t appear on your phone bill.

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