Why It’s a Good Idea Sister Wives’ Kody Brown and Christine Brown Take Divorce Classes

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Even though Christine Brown and Kody Brown have been divorced for over three years, the former duo and Sister Wives stars are still facing an uphill battle. The dissolution of their marriage occurred after the mother of six finally realized the polygamous patriarch no longer had any feelings for her. Since their split Christine had found herself a new husband and moved on. However, there are still some issues to be ironed out regarding the custody of their daughter, Truely Brown.

Christine Brown is fighting back

Before the end of the year, Christine filed a lawsuit against Kody. The Sister Wives star revealed she had decided to sue the father of 18 for child support. In the legal documents, Christine also asked that she maintain full custody of their 14-year-old daughter. Christine filed the original documents on September 16 and showed the Utah native formally requesting the court to establish paternity of her youngest daughter. Even though Sister Wives fans know that Kody is the father, his third wife is asking for this step because he wasn’t listed as the father on the birth certificate.

At the time of Truely’s birth, it was too dangerous to name Kody for fear the authorities would arrest him for being a polygamist. Viewers will recall that during Season 1, Kody arrived late to the hospital and almost missed Truely’s birth. This was because he was hours away courting his fourth and favorite wife, Robyn Brown. Now, after their split, Christine is taking a stance and trying to choose the best living situation for her daughter. But Kody isn’t going along with her plan. 

Christine Brown and Kody Brown are going to court

Not only is Christine filing for custody, but the Sister Wives star is also requesting a domestic relations injunction. This was a serious move as in the state of Utah, the injunction stops both parties from harassment, domestic violence, canceling or modifying services. By filing an injunction, the paperwork also stops Kody or Christine from taking the teenager away on any nonroutine travel without a court order. The domestic relations injunction also halts either Christine or Kody from making any disparaging remarks about the other. In the latest seasons of Sister Wives, Truely has been shown visiting Kody in Arizona on occasion. 

Kody has clarified that he doesn’t want his daughter to live so far away. But currently, Christine is residing in Utah, where she is closer to her side of the family. During one Sister Wives confessional, she noted that Truely had a better support system as she was surrounded by her older sisters. More than once, Christine has bashed Kody for being an absent father. Even Truely has made comments while on the series regarding her lack of relationship with Kody and Robyn. The 14-year-old wasn’t even phased by the divorce, which left Kody stunned after he asked. 

Kody Brown and Christine Brown need to talk it out

Christine has been vocal with an insider sharing, “Basically, he’s not in Truely’s life. Kody won’t go anywhere. Christine has to accommodate Kody. He’s still paranoid about COVID and everything else. So, if Christine is not choosing to do the transporting and making it happen — nor would she put Truely through any of this stress — then Kody won’t have a relationship with Truely. He would have to leave his nest to see his daughter.” Fans will recall Kody made some extremely strict rules regarding the worldwide pandemic. The rules were so serious that he lost more than one relationship with his older children. 

Recently, it was reported that despite never being legally married, Christine and Kody are being ordered by the court to partake in parenting classes. The court documents revealed that the former couple were being required to attend “mandatory parenting and divorce classes, as well as mediation.” Fans can only assume that their split hasn’t gone well. The court also noted that a “guardian ad litem may be appointed for their daughter Truely if deemed necessary. And a custody evaluation could be required.” The state has decided to treat their custody like a divorce instead of a custody battle. It looks like both parties will be able to detox from this toxic situation as soon as they pass their classes.

Sister Wives is available to stream on TLC. 

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Who Is Anthony Bird, Below Deck Down Under’s First Sous-Chef?

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Finally, a sous-chef is joining the Below Deck franchise on Bravo. Cheers to you, Tzarina Mace-Ralph. Two sets of hands will make for lighter work in the galley of Below Deck Down Under (maybe). But who is Anthony Bird, and will his position become the norm for this series?

I hope so, as problems typically transpire in every galley. The affluent charter guests lurking only a few feet away are wealthy and used to the word yes. From dietary concerns to personal preferences that seem picky without a purpose, our nautical chefs are burning out quickly.

Tzarina struggled in Season 2 of BDDU. Anthony might be able to help her out in Season 3. But as the trailer suggests, Anthony and Tzarina will hit rocky waters once Season 3 sets sail. Before this mess unfolds, let us first dive into all things Anthony, which might help us predict how he will present on Bravo.

Anthony Bird has a solid resume  

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Working as a chef on a superyacht is not a gig for the faint of heart. The kitchen, aka the galley, is nowhere near the size of what a typical chef might find on land. Likewise, the demands and behaviors of their guests are all over the map. Partner this with changing palates every time the yacht turns over, and you have the recipe for a ship-sh*t show on Bravo.

However, we already know how Tzarina will present. She is a solid chef who only improved as Season 2 rolled along, coupled with a quick attitude adjustment midway through the season. And now, according to his Bravo bio, we also know that Anthony is coming on board highly skilled, holding 5 years of experience in the yachting industry.

On Instagram, Anthony has posted a few images of his creations. I can not tell you what is on each plate because fancy I am not. However, his dishes look phenomenal, well-plated, and colorful, so he probably knows what he is doing. However, in his Instagram bio, Anthony labels himself a “Sole Yacht Chef,” which might be a foreshadowing uh-oh tease for Season 3, as Anthony will be a sous-chef, not a sole chef, on board.

Oh, Anthony also knows how to bake. On his TikTok account, he posted a reel that includes freshly baked bread, puff pastries, and a dessert that, again, I have no idea what it is, but I know that I would devour it in one sitting. If his dishes taste as good as they look, then his charter guests and Tzarina are lucky.

Fun facts about Anthony Bird

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I am a big fan of Bravo’s posted bios right before each new season of BDDU airs. As noted, Anthony is a Sagittarius from London, and he is likely to help us live, laugh, and verbally lunge at our screens at least once or twice in Season 3.

With five years of experience on his resume, Anthony has seen some things during his years spent over international waters. But mainly, his biggest gripe is having “charter guests ordering food all day and all night,” leaving “no rest for the wicked.” For Andrew, this gig is “nonstop, but [he keeps] the energy up” and delivers their incessant asks during charters, he notes.

His favorite place to set sail is “Antigua, which [offers] pure fun, incredible vibe[s], and unforgettable energy both on and off the water.”

When Andrew is off duty, he enjoys watching Below Deck. “It is fun to see the industry from different perspectives,” he suggests. Andrew also digs “Cooking, watching football, enjoying a cheeky pint (and hearty meals) at country pub[s], hiking, Crystal Palace FC matches, and being in nature.” 

What does the sneak peek for BDDU Season 3 tease about Anthony Bird?

The BDDU Season 3 sneak peek contains mixed reactions to our first-ever BD sous-chef, Anthony. In his first scene, Anthony smiles, pulling pots and pans out as Tzarina flambés a dish nearby. Next, we see the charter guests giving Tzarina and Anthony a standing ovation, clearly pleased with a smokey presentation. Then, the scene shifts again, showing Tzarina and Anthony dancing triumphantly in the galley, making us all believe this combination worked well on BDDU.

But several beats later, everything changes. First, Anthony appears, sharpening his knives. In the background, we hear his voice narrating, “You need to utilize me a little bit more.” Then, Tzarina appears at his side, asking him to lower his defense mechanisms in the galley.

In response, a frustrated Anthony explains to Tzarina that he does not get defensive. Tzarina then notes that Anthony thinks he is better than her. Finally, we see Captain Jason Chambers entering the galley, telling his chefs that if they cannot control themselves, he will have to step in and handle things as he sees fit (basically).

At the end of the Season 3 sneak peek, a firing transpires. Anthony is likely safe, but Tzarina appears in this clip, joined in the wheelhouse by the new Bosun and Chief Stew. If Tzarina gets axed, Anthony might be able to snag his desired “Sole Yacht Chef” title. But, I would not stake any money on this theory, as Captain Jason harbored a soft spot for Tzarina in Season 2, so she might not be the one getting sent home early this season on BDDU.

Below Deck Down Under is streaming on Peacock.

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