A growing chorus of fans is pleading with the network not to center the new season around Kody and Robyn Brown, a couple they believe has already overstayed their welcome in the spotlight.
Why Viewers Are Tired of Kody and Robyn
Kody and Robyn have long been the most polarizing figures in the Brown family. Viewers argue that the pair rarely take accountability for their actions, instead justifying questionable decisions while others in the family deal with the fallout.
After Season 19—where fans felt Kody turned nearly every storyline into “the Kody show”—many were ready to see him step aside. Yet, the promo makes it clear he and Robyn are not going anywhere.
The promotional image struck an even deeper nerve. In it, Kody and Robyn stand front and center, with the other three wives pushed to the background. For seasoned fans, this was a red flag.
In previous seasons, TLC’s marketing often highlighted major story arcs evenly, such as when Christine Brown Woolley’s departure was given the spotlight. This time, however, it looks like Kody and Robyn will again dominate.
“Boring” Storylines and Apology Tours
Part of the backlash comes from the perception that Kody and Robyn’s scenes lack any real substance. Fans joked about how dull it could get:
“Aurora learns to drive.”
“Aurora gets her first haircut.”
“Ari gets a new pacifier.”
Others pointed out that Kody’s so-called “apology tour,” featured in the trailer, feels more like image control than genuine remorse. As one viewer bluntly put it, “TLC has spent way too long protecting Sobyn Robyn and Kody.”
Ragebait or the Real Deal?
Some believe the trailer might be deliberate “ragebaiting”—a strategy to spark outrage and discussion before the season premiere. If so, it’s clearly effective.
Social media threads are flooded with speculation about how much screen time the couple will get and whether TLC is ignoring what fans actually want.
Still, the uncertainty has left viewers uneasy. The question now is whether TLC will double down on its most controversial couple, or surprise fans with a broader, more balanced family narrative.
For now, one thing is certain: if Season 20 revolves too heavily around Kody and Robyn, many longtime fans may decide not to stick around.
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