The Merrifields’ dream of building a plural family appears to be falling apart once again. After months of confusion, fan speculation, and a troubling arrest, multiple clues now point to one reality: Lorrana has quietly left Garrick and Dannielle Merrifield. This marks yet another upheaval in a long line of failed relationships for the Seeking Sister Wife couple—one that began with hope, quickly spiraled into conflict, and now seems to have ended in silence.
A Rocky Beginning Hidden Behind TLC Cameras
Garrick and Dannielle Merrifield’s path into plural marriage has never been smooth. Viewers have watched them pursue potential sister wives for years—Roberta, Nathalia, several short-lived prospects—and each attempt ended dramatically. Season 5 brought new hope when the couple met Lorrana, a woman from Brazil.
Garrick wasted no time: he proposed almost immediately, baptized her, and soon made her his legal wife. The family even welcomed a baby girl, suggesting their plural household was finally stabilizing. But off-camera, signs of trouble were already forming.
Fans Noticed the First Red Flag: Lorrana Vanished Online
The speculation began when the Merrifields created a new social media page showcasing their “family adventures.” The page featured Garrick, Dannielle, and their three older children—but not Lorrana or her baby. Viewers found the omission glaring. To many, it looked deliberate. Commenters called the move “cold, cruel, and alienating,” noting how unusual it was to exclude the newest wife and the newest baby from a family account. While some fans argued the couple might be restricted due to the series still airing, most felt something deeper had gone wrong.
Then the Arrest Became Public
The situation worsened when authorities confirmed that Garrick was arrested on November 24 for:
- Misdemeanor domestic violence
- Obstructing telephone service
According to the affidavit, the confrontation began when Garrick grabbed Lorrana’s phone and refused to let her contact her family in Brazil. He allegedly threatened to call ICE, despite Lorrana being in the U.S. legally. When she tried to search online for ways to call the police, Garrick shut off the Wi-Fi to stop her. Although Lorrana told officers she did not want him arrested, police still proceeded because of what they observed at the scene. This incident was the turning point.
Lorrana Quietly Steps Away from the Merrifields
After the arrest, observant fans noticed a dramatic shift:
- Lorrana stopped appearing in any Merrifield content.
- She removed multiple photos featuring Garrick.
- She has only posted images of herself, her daughter, and outings with Dannielle.
- She and her baby were not acknowledged in the new Merrifield family page.
Even though she continues to follow the page—something fans interpret as diplomacy, not connection—the message is clear: 👉 Lorrana and her daughter are no longer part of Garrick’s household.
Fan discussions quickly turned into full-blown confirmation threads:
- “I wouldn’t be surprised if she’s already out of the picture.”
- “There’s no way she stayed after that arrest.”
- “She’s only posting the baby. Garrick is nowhere.”
Those who watched the Merrifields’ past struggles saw the pattern instantly.
Dannielle’s Old Warning Becomes Reality
In earlier episodes, Dannielle expressed fear that a new wife might take advantage of Garrick—or simply leave once in America. After everything that has unfolded, her concern seems hauntingly accurate. Whether she left for safety, independence, or simply because the relationship failed, one thing is undeniable: 👉 Lorrana has stepped away from Garrick and the Merrifield family, ending their plural marriage before it ever truly began.
What Comes Next for the Merrifields?
With Lorrana gone and Garrick’s arrest still unresolved, the couple faces yet another major setback in their pursuit of plural marriage. TLC viewers expect this unraveling to play out in future episodes, but unless Garrick and Dannielle address the situation publicly, fans are left waiting. For now, one thing is certain: Lorrana and her baby have chosen a new path—far away from the Merrifield household.
