Sister Wives' Christine Brown and Janelle Brown developed a close bond both prior to and following their separations from Kody Brown. Kody was officially married to Meri Brown from 1990 to 2014, when he chose to divorce her in order to legally marry Robyn Brown, who became part of the family in 2010. Kody's spiritual unions with Janelle and Christine took place in 1993 and 1994, respectively.
Christine ended her relationship with Kody in November 2021 after more than two decades together. In the December 2022 tell-all special, it was revealed that Janelle and Kody had been separated for several months. In January 2023, Meri confirmed her choice to leave the family.
Despite the crumbling of the plural family, Christine and Janelle's bond only strengthened, as did the relationship between their children. Interestingly, all six of Janelle's kids, along with Janelle herself, attended Christine's wedding to David Woolley in October 2023. However, Kody, Robyn, and Meri were absent from the event.
Scroll down for a look back at Christine and Janelle’s close bond over the years:
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Sister Wives' Christine Brown and Janelle Brown's Friendship Moments Through the Years: Photos
Christine Brown and Janelle Brown, both members of the television show "Sister Wives," developed a close bond before and after their individual divorces from Kody Brown. Kody was married to Meri Brown legally for the period of 1990 to 2014, after which he chose to divorce her to marry Robyn Brown. Robyn had initially become a part of the family in 2010. Kody's spiritual unions with Janelle and Christine began in 1993 and 1994, respectively.
Christine made the announcement of her separation from Kody in November 2021, after being together for over 20 years. During the tell-all special in December 2022, it was revealed that Janelle and Kody had been separated for several months. Meri confirmed her decision to leave the family in January 2023.
While the plural family was falling apart, Christine and Janelle grew closer, along with their children. In fact, Janelle and all six of her kids attended Christine's wedding to David Woolley in October 2023. Notably, Kody, Robyn, and Meri were absent from the occasion.
Scroll down for a look back at Christine and Janelle’s close bond over the years:
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November 2023
Christine took to Instagram to announce that she and her husband, along with her close friend Janelle, embarked on a delightful cruise. "Right from the start of our relationship, I made it clear to David that Janelle and her children are an integral part of my life. Not in the sense of practicing polygamy again, but rather, she's like a Sisterwife to me, always there," Christine stated alongside a snap from the boat. "Naturally, they all get along splendidly. Going on vacation together with everyone is simply wonderful."
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October 2023
Janelle witnessed the Utah wedding ceremony of Christine and Woolley, during which her six children and five out of Christine's six children celebrated the joyous union. Additionally, Meri's son, Leon, joined the event and happily posed for pictures alongside the Brown siblings.
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May 2023
Janelle accompanied Christine and her fiancé on an exciting off-roading journey in Utah. "This weekend, we had the pleasure of going RZR riding with some remarkable individuals! #rzr #moab #riding," Christine shared on her Instagram, along with a video featuring the trio and Janelle's daughter Savanah.
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February 2023
"I'm headed to North Carolina to meet my adorable new grandbabie, Josephine! I am also looking forward to spending time with Axel and Evie. Oh, and of course, @madison_rose11! I cannot contain my excitement! #lovemygrandbabies #northcarolina #lularoeelsa #travelday #newset #lovethislife," Christine enthusiastically shared on Instagram as she eagerly prepared to visit Janelle's delightful granddaughter.
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November 2022
The twosome posed for a smiling selfie.
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October 2022
"I feel like we look better than we ever have!" Christine gushed via Instagram after attending the wedding of Janelle's son Logan.
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September 2022
The reality stars brought fans along on their wellness journeys. "This is my kind of health & happiness!" Christine captioned an Instagram post, calling Janelle her "accountability partner."
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October 2021
The pair brought kids Truely and Savanah to Universal Studios in Orlando, visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
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May 2021
In a heartfelt tribute on Mother's Day, Janelle expressed her appreciation for her sister wives. She mentioned @christine_brownsw, thanking her for teaching her the joy of bonding with your children through fun activities, spontaneous adventures, and cozy movie nights. Janelle also lovingly referred to Christine's mother, Grandma Annie, as a kindred spirit, possibly resembling herself in an alternate universe.
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November 2019
Christine and Janelle were joined by Meri for a pitstop at TGI Friday's.
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May 2019
"I just love these people!!" Christine captioned a photo of herself sitting beside Janelle at a Brown family dinner in Sedona, Arizona.
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November 2018
The costars snapped a selfie during a sunny walk in Flagstaff, Arizona.