In a heart-wrenching episode of *The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City* (RHOSLC)

that aired in November, Mary Cosby revealed a deeply personal moment with her son, Robert Jr. 

The 21-year-old shared that he had been struggling with drug use since he was 16, 

which led to a raw conversation with his mother about his past battles with addiction and suicidal thoughts. 

In the midst of this emotional exchange, Robert Jr. expressed that his mother was the only reason he had not taken his own life. 

The deeply emotional nature of this conversation resonated with viewers, and it wasn’t just fans who reached out to Mary following the airing of the episode.

In a recent interview with *Vulture*, Mary revealed that not only did her RHOSLC castmates offer their support, but a surprising celebrity also reached out to her—none other than global superstar Rihanna. “I heard from all of [the cast],” Mary shared. “I even heard from Britani [Bateman]. Lisa [Barlow] was the only one that didn’t reach out, and that’s why I said I felt she’s kind of the person that is a little bit happy when other people are going through something.” Despite Lisa’s silence, Mary was overwhelmed by the love and support from the rest of her co-stars and even other Housewives. “Even Rihanna reached out to me!” Mary added, expressing gratitude for the unexpected support.

Rihanna, known for her hits like “Diamonds” and her powerful presence in both the music and fashion industries, has been a fan of the *Real Housewives* franchise, particularly RHOSLC. Last year, she shared with *E! News* that she was “always” tuned into Salt Lake City, citing the show’s dynamic opening season. In response to Mary’s vulnerability on the show, Rihanna reached out to her twice. “She reached out to us when the show aired and told us she loved us,” Mary said, expressing how moved she was by Rihanna’s kind words. The *Anti* singer didn’t stop there; she also sent a heartfelt message on Christmas Day, telling Mary and Robert Jr., “Merry Christmas, and I love you and Robert Jr.”

Reflecting on the experience, Mary confessed that she was “happy” she shared her family’s emotional struggles with the public. “I was happy I did it after I received the way the people accepted it and loved it,” she said. While the moment was incredibly raw, Mary appreciated the outpouring of support from fans, her co-stars, and even a celebrity as influential as Rihanna. “If you can reach people of that caliber, you’re doing something right, you know what I mean?” Mary remarked.

During the *RHOSLC* episode, Mary sat down with Robert Jr., who opened up about his struggles with drugs, including cocaine and Xanax, and his battle with depression. The conversation, which was full of emotion and vulnerability, showed the depth of Mary’s concern for her son’s well-being. Robert Jr. admitted that it was only his mother’s love and support that kept him going during his darkest moments. “I just barely started being happy again,” he told Mary, to which she lovingly responded, “Please, baby, recognize it, own it, and change it. Because you can.”

Since then, Robert Jr. has taken a positive step toward recovery. Mary shared in a *Watch What Happens Live* appearance in December that her son had gone to rehab, completed his program, and emerged as a “new person.” She proudly expressed how proud she was of his progress, adding, “He did an excellent job. He came out a new person,” and emphasized that he is “doing so good.” Mary’s pride in her son’s resilience is evident, and she continues to support him as he works toward maintaining his sobriety.

Mary also spoke about the impact of sharing such a personal and painful experience on television. While it was difficult, she has found comfort in the love and support she received. “I’m actually doing great. I’m getting a lot of love,” she said. This has been a crucial time for Mary and Robert Jr. as they continue to heal as a family, and the support from figures like Rihanna has only added to the sense of community around them.

Beyond her role as a reality TV star, Rihanna has proven to be a beacon of kindness and support to those in need. Her outreach to Mary Cosby in her time of struggle highlights the power of connection and compassion, regardless of one’s celebrity status. Mary’s experience serves as a reminder of how vulnerable moments can bring unexpected acts of kindness, leaving a lasting impact on those who receive it.

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