Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby’s son dead at 23 just three weeks after jail release

Robert Cosby Jr., the son of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby, has died at the age of 23, according to a report from TMZ.

The outlet reports that Robert died Monday in Utah. 

While an official cause of death has not been released, police responded to what was initially described as a ‘possible overdose,’ which later became a death investigation.

Police in Salt Lake City confirmed to TMZ that officers responded Monday night to a call for a ‘full arrest/medical emergency’ involving a 23-year-old male.

Firefighters and paramedics were also dispatched to the scene. Authorities have not publicly released additional details.

Robert’s death comes just weeks after he was released from Salt Lake County Metro Jail after serving two months behind bars. 

In November, his wife, Alexiana Smokoff, filed for divorce. 

Viewers of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City saw Robert appear on the Bravo series several times over the years. 

During season four, Mary Cosby addressed learning that her son had secretly married Alexiana without her knowledge. 

The wedding reportedly took place in August 2022 at a Utah courthouse.

Robert and Alexiana’s alleged struggles with substance use were also featured as part of Mary’s storyline on the show.

According to TMZ, Robert had a history of legal issues. 

He was arrested in Utah in September on multiple alleged charges, including trespassing and assault. 

He was previously arrested in 2022 for driving under the influence, at which time police said he did not have a valid license and failed to follow traffic laws.

He later pleaded guilty to the DUI charge.