Mary Cosby’s Daughter-in-Law Files for Divorce After Son’s Arrest
More legal trouble is unfolding in the world of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and this time it centers on Mary Cosby’s son, Robert Cosby Jr.
Robert Jr.’s wife, Alexiana Arian Smokoff, has officially filed for divorce just weeks after his latest arrest for allegedly violating a restraining order.
Divorce Filed Amid Mounting Legal Tension
According to court records filed in Salt Lake County District Court on Monday, November 24, Alexiana submitted a formal petition to end the marriage. The filing includes serious protective language that signals deep strain between the couple.
The divorce petition orders that neither party may harass, intimidate, or disturb the peace of the other by any means, including electronic communication. It also contains strict provisions aimed at preventing interference or escalation during the proceedings.
These restrictions include barring either party from committing domestic violence or abuse, using the other’s identity to obtain credit or services, interfering with utilities or communication services, misusing the other’s name or likeness, or altering and canceling existing insurance policies such as health, auto, renter’s, or life insurance.
The wording suggests the court is taking a cautious approach to ensure stability and safety as the divorce process unfolds.
Divorce Comes After Arrest
The filing arrives just weeks after Robert Jr. was arrested for allegedly violating a restraining order, further complicating an already volatile situation. While the criminal matter remains unresolved, the timing of the divorce petition makes it clear that Alexiana is moving decisively to separate herself legally.
Protective Language Points to Serious Breakdown
Legal experts often note that such firm language appears in cases where there is concern about conflict, retaliation, or emotional volatility. The court’s emphasis on boundaries reflects an effort to keep the situation from escalating while both parties navigate the end of the marriage.
Another Storm for the RHOSLC Family
Mary Cosby has previously opened up about her complicated relationship with her son, and this latest development is likely to spark renewed attention from fans of the show. As the divorce and legal matters continue, questions remain about how this will impact the broader Cosby family dynamic.
So far, neither Robert Jr. nor Alexiana has publicly commented on the divorce filing.