The tragic death of Gabby Petito in 2021 made headlines across the country, drawing attention not only to her story but also to the family of her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie.  Brian’s parents Christopher and Roberta Laundrie also endured high public scrutiny after Gabby’s murder. While they never got charged with a crime, it was by how they behaved during the investigation that criticism began. Here is what we know about Where Are Brian Laundrie’s Parents Now? and the changes to their lives since their son was involved in Gabby’s death.

Background on Christopher and Roberta Laundrie

Christopher and Roberta Laundrie are from North Port, Florida where they run a company recognized as Juicer Services Inc. The couple has two children, their late son Brian and their daughter Cassie. During the investigation, their family life drew attention, especially after it was reported there was tension between Gabby and Roberta.

In reports, Gabby told Brian that she did not like that her relationship with Brian’s family was off. According to this tension, the couple’s living situation had become strained before leaving for their cross-country trip. Those dynamics became a focus when authorities put together the pieces of events leading up to Gabby’s death.

The Murder of Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie’s Disappearance

Brian Gabby Petito started a road trip in September 2021 and soon she reported missing on September 11, 2021, when her family couldn’t contact her. While Brian returned home to Florida on September 1 without Gabby, he refused to speak with authorities. Unfortunately, Gabby was found dead on September 19 in Wyoming’s Bridger-Teton National Forest. Her death was determined to be strangulation.

Brian’s parents did not speak to the public in the weeks that followed, facing public backlash. On October 20, 2021, Brian’s body was found in Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park when the search for Brian was intensified. 

His death was ruled a suicide and he wrote in a notebook found nearby that he took Gabby’s life. Brian said in the note that Gabby was injured in the killing and that the murder was ‘an act of mercy’.

Legal Battle and Allegations Against the Laundries

In March, Gabby Petito’s parents filed a civil suit claiming Christopher and Roberta Laundrie intentionally kept Gabby’s death a secret. Laundries knew Brian had confessed to the murder, but they stayed silent. The second claim was that they had helped their son to avoid authorities.

The Petito family initially demanded $100,000 in damages, later that figure increased to $300,000. Court documents revealed that Brian had called his parents multiple times after Gabby disappeared. He allegedly told them that Gabby was “gone” and that he needed a lawyer, raising questions about how much Christopher and Roberta knew.

Brian was visiting the Laundries at the time of his alleged assault and they deny they assisted Brian to evade the police. They argued through their attorney their silence was born out of fear and concern for their son, and not founded on criminal intent. In February 2024, it was settled out of court between the families and the dispute was ended via a confidential agreement.

Where Are Brian Laundrie’s Parents Now?

Since the suit was completed, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie had kept a low profile. But the investigation attracted so much media attention that it has largely stayed out of the public eye and they have kept away from public appearances. Juicer Services Inc. continues to operate, but the couple has maintained privacy regarding their personal lives.

Their lawyer has previously urged the public to recognize the emotional toll the situation took on the Laundries. They were never charged with a crime and yet public opinion throughout the investigation has not held them in a good light. Outside their house protesters often stood and the family was seriously under attack throughout the case.

Where Is Brian Laundrie Now?

Brian Laundrie was found dead in Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park on October 20, 2021. However, investigators determined that he had died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Found in a notebook discovered near his remains, Gabby’s death was admitted in the confession that was made, and said he was trying to save Gabby from further suffering due to the injuries. But the tragedy weighs heavily on both families as investigations are closed and his note gives some closure to investigators.

Conclusion

The aftermath of Gabby Petito’s murder remains painful for everyone involved. Now having been intensely scrutinized on the one hand for their son and grief for him, and on the other hand for the fallout of his actions. 

In the meantime, Gabby’s parents used their pain to turn it into a campaign, creating the Gabby Petito Foundation, which helps assist in missing person cases and domestic violence prevention. 

This tragedy has left a lasting mark on the lives of Christopher and Roberta, making them choose to stay out of the public eye. While they have stayed silent in recent months, the story continues to resonate deeply with those who followed the heartbreaking case.