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Curtis Brown news
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The gist
Former BYU star Curtis Brown's wife Kimberly publicly grieved their 2-year-old son Haze's drowning. The post drew over 11,000 likes, highlighting a family's private tragedy.
Background
Curtis Brown is a former Brigham Young University running back. His 2-year-old son Haze drowned in the family's swimming pool on July 26, 2026. About three weeks later, his wife Kimberly posted on Instagram expressing her grief, which gained widespread attention and was picked up by national outlets.
How it unfolded
- Jul 26, 2026Curtis Brown's 2-year-old son Haze drowned in the family's swimming pool.
- Aug 14, 2026Kimberly Brown posted an emotional tribute on Instagram, sharing a photo of Haze and expressing her grief.
- Aug 17, 2026People and Us Magazine published articles about Kimberly's post, amplifying the story.
- Aug 18, 2026Deseret News reported that the post had received over 11,000 likes and 1,100 comments.