Christine Brown Woolley and Janelle Brown Reflect on Life After Kody Brown on Sibling Revelry
Sister Wives stars Christine Brown Woolley and Janelle Brown recently joined Kate and Oliver Hudson on the podcast Sibling Revelry to share updates on their lives after parting ways with Kody Brown. The conversation delved into their personal transformations and the changes they’ve embraced since leaving plural marriage.
Life After Plural Marriage
In the February 16, 2025, episode, Christine and Janelle opened up about their current living situations. Janelle is residing with Maddie Brown Brush and Caleb Brush in Greenville, North Carolina, while Christine has found happiness with David Woolley in Lehi, Utah.
Janelle on Romance and Marriage Post-Kody
When asked about her thoughts on romance and marriage following her divorce, Janelle made it clear that she’s not actively seeking either. Oliver Hudson probed into their experiences with divorce, and Janelle candidly shared, “My marriage is over. I don’t know what I’m gonna do.” She emphasized, “I’m not really interested in getting married again or even really dating at this stage.”
Janelle admitted that with her various commitments, dating isn’t on her radar. “I’m just like, I am over [it]. I love my single life,” she stated, expressing a sense of relief about her current status. Although Christine and David have encouraged her to explore dating apps, Janelle remains focused on other pursuits, saying, “If something presents itself in the future, then I’ll consider what I need to do.”
Finding Contentment in Their Choices
Both Christine and Janelle express satisfaction with their decisions to leave plural marriage, even if they didn’t pursue spiritual releases like Meri Brown. Christine noted her straightforward divorce, while Janelle clarified her situation by stating, “I just say ‘I’m no longer with [him].’”
Janelle reflected on the challenges of plural marriage but expressed gratitude for the experience, stating it provided her with a wonderful family dynamic. “Going through difficulties helped me become a richer person with more depth,” she remarked. Christine echoed this sentiment, celebrating the great memories that have shaped their journeys.
Navigating Plural Parenting
The duo also discussed their experiences with plural parenting, noting how their children learned to navigate the family dynamics. Janelle humorously pointed out that kids often knew which parent to approach for a favorable response; for instance, they would ask Christine about Black Friday shopping, knowing she would be more inclined to say yes, while Janelle would have a stricter approach.
Both women hope to broaden perspectives on plural marriage through Sister Wives, emphasizing their identities as feminists who value independence. Janelle highlighted that plural marriage allowed her to balance career, family, and personal freedom. However, Christine acknowledged feeling like a second-class wife at times, contrasting her experience with Robyn Brown’s.
Ultimately, Janelle’s empowering mantra is to be a “strong a** woman, living her life,” a sentiment that resonates strongly as both women continue to forge their paths in newfound independence.