Bear Brown Defends Ex-Wife Raiven After She Goes Public With Girlfriend — How Her Engagement Later Revealed the Truth About Their Marriage

When Alaskan Bush People star Bear Brown spoke publicly in January about his ex-wife Raiven’s new relationship, the relationship was already public. The discussion had begun circulating online, and Raiven had already introduced her girlfriend, Kaitlin Webb, on social media. What followed was not a sudden revelation but a response to growing public commentary.

Brown’s video message was prompted by the tone of the conversation that had started forming around Raiven’s personal life. Rather than allowing speculation to continue unchecked, he chose to clarify the reality of their separation and their current relationship as co-parents of three children.

Bear Brown’s January Statement: “Her Sexuality Had Nothing To Do With Our Separation”

In his message, Brown directly addressed one of the biggest assumptions being made online — that Raiven’s sexuality had caused their marriage to end. He firmly rejected that narrative.

According to Brown, their separation happened because they did not work well together as a couple, not because of her identity. He explained that sometimes two people simply are not compatible long-term, and that was the case in their relationship.

He also emphasized that they remain friends and that Raiven continues to be an important person in his life because she is the mother of his children. Rather than speaking negatively, he described her as a kind person and someone who had supported him and his family in the past.

Brown also revealed that their current relationship is cooperative and respectful, particularly in the way they co-parent their children. He described their parenting arrangement as working well and said both of them are focused on providing stability for their kids.

Emphasizing Co-Parenting and Stability

Throughout his message, Brown repeatedly returned to one point — their children come first. He explained that despite their separation, they continue to work together as parents and maintain communication.

He described their post-marriage relationship as one built on mutual respect and responsibility rather than conflict. According to Brown, they are able to remain friends because they both understand the importance of putting their children ahead of past relationship problems.

He also mentioned examples of cooperation between them, suggesting their dynamic is functional rather than strained.

Asking the Public to Stop the Negative Commentary

Another major reason Brown said he made the video was to discourage people from attacking Raiven or Kaitlin online. He specifically asked followers not to leave negative comments and also discouraged people from arguing with critics on his behalf.

He stated clearly that negative comments do not help anyone and that people deserve the freedom to find happiness and live authentically. His message consistently focused on respect rather than confrontation.

By addressing the issue early, Brown effectively set the public narrative before Raiven’s engagement announcement would bring even more attention.

February Engagement Announcement Brings Renewed Attention

About a month after Brown’s statement, Raiven and Kaitlin announced their engagement through Instagram posts on Feb 8, 2026, showing a beachside proposal surrounded by arranged roses. The announcement confirmed the seriousness of their relationship and quickly attracted attention.

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The reaction was mixed. Many followers congratulated the couple, but criticism also appeared. Some commenters questioned the longevity of their relationship, while others made assumptions about Raiven’s previous marriage.

The engagement also prompted renewed discussion about her relationship history with Bear Brown.

Raiven Responds: Clarifying Her Past Relationship and Sexuality

Unlike many public figures who ignore criticism, Raiven chose to respond to some comments directly. Her replies provided new insight into her relationship history and clarified misconceptions.

One of the most significant clarifications she made was that Bear Brown had known about her sexuality when they met. She explained that she was 21 at the time while he was 32 and that she had been dating a woman when their relationship began. According to her, Bear was aware of this and accepted it.

She also corrected the assumption that she ended the marriage. According to her responses, Bear was the one who asked for the divorce, and she indicated that the reasons involved unresolved relationship issues rather than her sexuality.

This directly aligned with what Brown had already stated publicly — that their separation was due to relationship difficulties rather than identity.

Addressing Claims About Her Marriage Motives

Some criticism suggested she had only been with Bear in order to have children. Raiven pushed back against this idea and rejected the suggestion that her relationship decisions were calculated in that way.

Instead, she framed her past marriage as part of her life journey and emphasized that what matters now is responsible parenting. She stated that Bear showing up as a good father is what matters most and that she remains focused on giving her children stability.

Her responses suggested she views her past marriage not as something to justify but as part of her personal history.

Responding to Personal Attacks

Raiven also addressed comments about her appearance and gender expression. In response to remarks suggesting her presentation made her masculine, she stated that presenting in a less traditionally feminine way does not change her identity.

In another response to harsh criticism, she stated she was not concerned with outside judgment and expressed confidence in her decisions and future.

Her replies were generally short, direct, and controlled. She did not engage in extended arguments but corrected factual inaccuracies when she chose to respond.

A Combined Narrative From Both Sides

When Bear Brown’s January statement and Raiven’s February responses are viewed together, they form a consistent timeline of their relationship:

Raiven’s sexuality was known during their relationship.
Their marriage continued despite this.
Their separation was due to relationship problems.
Bear initiated the divorce.
They transitioned into cooperative co-parenting.
Both have moved forward personally.

This combined account provides a clearer picture than the assumptions that appeared in public commentary.

Moving Forward After a Public Marriage

Both Bear and Raiven appear to have taken a notably restrained approach compared to many public breakups. Brown chose to publicly defend her rather than criticize her, while Raiven focused on clarifying facts rather than escalating conflict.

Their situation illustrates how a highly visible relationship can transition into a cooperative post-marriage dynamic, particularly when children are involved and both parties prioritize stability.

At the same time, Raiven’s engagement to Kaitlin represents her next chapter, while Bear’s earlier defense shows an effort to maintain a respectful foundation as both move forward separately.