Mary Cosby is choosing to keep her cameras rolling despite facing an unimaginable family tragedy.
Following the sudden death of her 23-year-old son, Robert Cosby Jr., the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star is reportedly moving forward with filming for the upcoming seventh season.
According to TMZ, the reality star wants to continue with the show because she feels she needs “some structure” during such a dark time in her life.
The news comes after a devastating week for the Cosby family. Robert Jr. passed away in Utah on Monday, February 23, from a suspected overdose. While Bravo officially hit the brakes on production this week to allow Mary space to mourn, sources close to the network indicate that the ball is entirely in her court. Producers have reportedly made it clear that she can film at “whatever pace she feels is right” and that there is currently “zero pressure” for her to perform or meet specific deadlines.
Before the tragedy, season 7 was in its pre-production phase and was originally slated to begin principal photography this week. While that schedule was scrapped immediately after the news broke, the rest of the Salt Lake City cast is reportedly standing by to support their co-star.
This season was expected to follow Mary’s return to a full-time role, and it appears that journey will now document her navigating this profound loss while leaning on her faith and her inner circle.
For Mary, the decision to remain in front of the lens isn’t about the spotlight, but about maintaining a sense of normalcy. As she and Robert Sr. continue to process the loss of their only child, the production team is prioritizing her well-being above all else.
