Exclusive: 911 audio reveals harrowing details of Mary Cosby’s son Robert Jr.’s death
Robert Cosby Jr., the 23-year-old son of reality star mary cosby, was found dead after police responded to a 911 call that emergency dispatch later described as an apparent overdose. The newly disclosed dispatch recording and a family statement have focused attention on a series of recent legal, relationship and recovery struggles surrounding the younger Cosby.
911 dispatch recording: unresponsive, Narcan given, three units en route
The dispatcher in the recording describes a “23-year-old male, not conscious, not breathing, ” and notes that “one dose of Narcan has been given. ” The dispatcher also says, “Police have been called. Three units in route. ” Authorities confirmed officers responded to the call at 6: 14 p. m.
Mary Cosby’s statement and social-media reaction
Mary and her husband, Robert Sr., issued a joint statement Monday that read, “Our beloved son Robert Jr. has been called home to the Lord. Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in God’s promise and in knowing he is finally at peace. We are grateful for your prayers and trust in the Lord to carry us through this time of sorrow. ”
Public figures also reacted with messages of mourning. Andy Cohen posted a social-media message Wednesday that said, “Devastatingly sad news out of SLC. This is every parent’s worst nightmare. My heart is broken for Mary, and I am sending all my love to her and Robert Sr. ” Mary’s representative did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Initial media reports of the death surfaced earlier.
Police classification: overdose call turned death investigation
Salt Lake City police describe officers responding to what was initially handled as an overdose call that became a death investigation when they arrived and found Robert Jr. deceased. Police records show they responded Monday night to a call described as a “full arrest/medical emergency” for a 23-year-old male; fire and paramedics were dispatched to the scene. The exact cause of death is unclear in the provided context.
Marriage, divorce and reality-show storylines
The death comes months after Robert’s estranged wife, Alexiana Smokoff, filed for divorce four months earlier following three years of marriage. The couple reportedly married at a Utah courthouse in August 2022; that secret marriage was shown on Season 4 of RHOSLC. The couple’s alleged drug use was also a storyline in Season 6, which was filmed in early 2025. The younger Cosby appeared on the show several times over the years.
Recovery efforts, relapse and legal troubles
Robert had completed a 30-day rehab stint before telling his mother he was “at a standstill” in his recovery. He said, “I’m not in that dark place, but, like, it’s still there, if that makes sense, ” and explained he was struggling without the ritual. His relapse was revealed later in the season after he was arrested in November for allegedly violating a restraining order placed by Smokoff’s family.
He also faced other legal issues: he was arrested in Utah in September on alleged crimes including trespassing and assault. He had previously been arrested for a DUI in 2022, when police said he did not have a license and disobeyed traffic laws; he pleaded guilty to the DUI and was released from prison in February.
What remains unresolved: timing, cause and next steps
Authorities confirmed the timing of the response and the dispatch details, including the administration of Narcan and the arrival of multiple units, but the precise cause of death remains unclear in the provided context. The sequence in the available records is: a 911 call, a dispatched response with fire and paramedics, administration of one dose of Narcan, police units en route, and officers finding Robert Jr. deceased, leading investigators to open a death investigation.
