”Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” is officially moving forward with production on its upcoming seventh season. However, franchise cast member Mary Cosby has not rejoined filming following the recent death of her son, Robert Cosby Jr.. It was previously announced that filming for the forthcoming season was delayed following Robert’s death on February 23, but Bravo cameras have once again picked back up.. Article continues below advertisement. ‘RHOSLC’ Resumes Production, But Mary Cosby Is Not Yet Filming Amid Son’s Death. View this post on Instagram. According to The Hollywood Reporter, production for season 7 of “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” has now resumed, one week after cast member Mary Cosby’s son, Robert Jr., was found dead of an apparent drug overdose.. Per the outlet, Cosby is currently not filming with the rest of the cast, and Bravo is said to be following her lead regarding when she is ready to return.. The sixth season of the show previously wrapped up in early February with the conclusion of the three-part reunion. “RHOSLC” generally films throughout the spring and summer, and typically airs during the fall season in September or October.. Article continues below advertisement. It Was Previously Reported That Cosby Will Return To The Show For Its Upcoming Season. APEX / MEGA. Per TMZ, sources close to “RHOSLC” previously shared that Cosby will return to the popular reality series amid her grief as a way to maintain a sense of structure.. The outlet also reported that Cosby will commence filming at her own pace, and there is no pressure on her from production concerning the matter.. Per inside sources connected to the show, “RHOSLC” was set to begin shooting mere days after the 23-year-old’s death, but production was officially postponed.. Article continues below advertisement. Additionally, sources also told the outlet that the death will likely be a “major storyline” on the show, as the show’s cast, Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Angie Katsanavas, Heather Gay, Whitney Rose, and Bronwyn Newport, will likely react to the heartbreaking situation at some point during filming.. Article continues below advertisement. Robert Cosby Jr. Died Amid A Long Struggle With Drug Addiction. View this post on Instagram. After his death, it was reported that although Robert’s cause of death is currently unclear, the local police said they responded to a call of what early reports said was an overdose.. Sadly, upon arriving at the scene, they found Robert deceased. TMZ was the first to break the story of his passing.. Police said they responded to a call on the night of February 23 for a 23-year-old male due to a “full “arrest/medical emergency.” It was reported that fire and paramedics were also dispatched.. Article continues below advertisement. Mary Cosby Publicly Addressed Her Son’s Death In A Heartfelt Tribute. View this post on Instagram. In an Instagram post, Mary shared a message regarding the death of her son, who is also her only child..
