RHOSLC Star Mary Cosby's Son Robert Jr. Shares 1st Post Since Jail Release

Robert Cosby Jr. broke his silence after being released from a Utah jail following a series of incidents involving his estranged wife.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby's son, Robert Cosby Jr., has shared his first social media post since he was released from jail in Utah. Robert's attorney confirmed he was released on February 3 after serving two months behind bars, and will now be required to serve 36 months of probation and complete 75 hours of community service.

Why it matters

This story provides insight into the personal struggles of a cast member from the popular Bravo reality show The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, highlighting the challenges that can arise even for those in the public eye.

The details

According to court documents, Robert Cosby Jr. pleaded guilty to charges including assault, trespassing, and violating a protective order in relation to several incidents involving his estranged wife, Alexiana Arian Smokoff, and her father. His attorney stated that Robert's behavior was attributed to an "absence of coping skills" when dealing with the sudden dissolution of his marriage, and that he will now undergo mental health and anger management evaluations as a condition of his release.

  • Robert Cosby Jr. was released from Salt Lake County Metro Jail on February 3, 2026.
  • Robert previously opened up about past substance abuse issues on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.

The players

Robert Cosby Jr.

The 23-year-old son of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby, who was recently released from jail after serving a two-month sentence.

Mary Cosby

The star of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, who expressed support for her son Robert Jr. during his legal troubles.

Alexiana Arian Smokoff

Robert Cosby Jr.'s estranged wife, who filed for divorce in November 2025 and was granted a permanent order of no contact against Robert.

Clayton Simms

Robert Cosby Jr.'s attorney, who provided a statement regarding his client's release and future plans.

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What they’re saying

“'[Robert] expresses deep regret regarding his prior actions and acknowledges that his past behavior demonstrates poor judgment.'”

— Clayton Simms, Robert Cosby Jr.'s attorney (People)

“'To ensure his continued success, Robert is committed to taking responsibility, engaging in therapy and securing employment.'”

— Clayton Simms, Robert Cosby Jr.'s attorney (People)

“'I'm not worried about him. I know he's somewhere where he's not using. At some point, I have to step back so that he can learn and he can make his own decisions, and unfortunately, he's learning the hard way. But I'm OK with it.'”

— Mary Cosby (The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City reunion)

What’s next

Robert Cosby Jr. will be required to undergo mental health and anger management evaluations as a condition of his release, and he must also serve 36 months of probation and complete 75 hours of community service.

The takeaway

This story highlights the personal struggles that can impact even public figures, and the importance of seeking help and support when dealing with issues like substance abuse and relationship challenges.