Sister Wives' Madison Brush Reveals Emotional Struggle Over Estranged Father Kody Brown Relationship

Madison Brush, daughter of Kody and Janelle Brown from TLC's "Sister Wives," openly expressed her emotional struggle and estrangement from her father during the show's season 20 premiere. She tearfully conveyed her desire for reconciliation but acknowledged her anger and disappointment over their fractured relationship, which worsened after Kody's divorce from Janelle in 2022 and his lack of respect for boundaries. Kody Brown, who is currently married to Robyn Brown and father to 18 children with his ex-wives, expressed a wish to heal relationships with all his former wives and children but stated that healing could only happen on their terms, highlighting an impasse. Madison also revealed she has been learning to see her father for who he is and to understand that he might be hurting, despite the ongoing pain and complexity of their family dynamics. Fans and observers have noted the contrast between Kody's relationships with his older children and those he has with Robyn's kids, with some criticizing his behavior towards his older children. Both Madison and Kody demonstrate a mutual, though difficult, longing for connection amid deep familial wounds and unresolved conflicts.