Sister Wives star Garrison Brown tragically passed away at the young age of 25, reportedly by suicide, in March 2024. The premiere of Season 19 on September 15, 2024, paid tribute to Garrison, with TLC including a message about his death and the family's ongoing grief. Janelle Brown has been vocal about her son's mental health struggles, emphasizing the need for more open conversations around this issue, especially regarding men's mental health. Despite their close relationship, Janelle expressed shock at Garrison's death, noting that he had shown no signs of distress prior to his passing. Kody Brown, also grieving, reflected on his regrets surrounding their estrangement and the time lost with his son. The new season is expected to explore how the family navigates this profound loss together.