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4 days ago
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‘Swamp People' Star Junior Edwards Dies as Castmates Pays Tribute
Former Swamp People cast member and legendary alligator hunter Junior Edwards' castmates and family members have paid tribute following his death. People reported that Edwards' passing was announced by multiple loved ones on Saturday, July 26, though his cause of death and exact age have not been publicly revealed. Junior's grandson, 'Lil' Willie Edwards, previously indicated via social media earlier this month that the reality star was in failing health. In a poignant Facebook memorial post, Willie remembered Junior: 'Rest easy pawpaw….i know your probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates…you will be extremely missed pawpaw we love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again.' Junior was later memorialized by his former Swamp People costar Ashley 'Deadeye' Jones, who announced via Instagram that 'the world lost a legend.' Robertson Family Pays Tribute to Phil Robertson After Death at Age 79 'Mr Junior Edwards passed away,' Ashley confirmed to her followers. 'Please be in prayer for the family! He was one of the greatest alligator hunters there is! He was real hardcore outdoorsman! I watched this man bring in MONSTER gators at Duffys Gas Station in Pierre Part LA. This was after a looooong day for both of us and you can tell it!' Swamp People viewers responded to Ashley's post by sending their condolences and expressing hope that the History reality show will celebrate Junior's memory in some way. 'I hope the show honors the legendary Mr Edwards forever loved & missed rip,' one fan wrote, while another adding: 'That's very very sad ..... sending prayers.' 'Going to miss him on the show. Prayers to his family and grieving friends,' a third viewer replied. Another Swamp People cast member, Ronnie Adams, encouraged his social media followers to keep the Edwards family in their prayers at this difficult time. 'Praying for the Edwards in this time of need!!! Rest in peace Junior,' Ronnie responded via Instagram. As mentioned, 'Lil' Willie initially reached out to grandfather's fans via social media on July 6 to request positive thoughts for Junior. 'Well guys, those of you that don't know ... my grandpa has been dealing with some health issues,' he explained to his followers. 'Y'all keep him in y'all's thoughts and prayers please…we need a miracle. Get better for us papa, we love you!!!' Sadie Robertson 'Cried' Watching Old 'Duck Dynasty' Scenes of Her Grandparents Before Phil's Death Junior was an original cast member and mainstay on History's docuseries Swamp People for six seasons, before making a shocking return for season 12 in 2021. Swamp People chronicles the dangerous and grueling work of hunters tracking American alligators in the swamps of the Atchafalaya Basin in southern Louisiana. History has aired Swamp People since August 2010, with its most recent 15th season premiering in January 2024. The docudrama has been so successful for the cable channel that it launched several spinoffs, including an Outback Hunters show set in Australia's Northern Territory and investigative documentary series Swamp Mysteries (which was hosted by Swamp People cast member Troy Landry). A Florida-based companion format titled Swamp People Serpent Invasion followed Landry and his crew's attempts to eradicate Burmese pythons from the Everglades. Solve the daily Crossword
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4 days ago
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Junior Edwards, Swamp People Star, Dies
Junior Edwards, who starred in The History Channel's Swamp People for several seasons, has died, our sister site Deadline reports. His age and cause of death are unclear. We will update this post as soon as the information becomes available. More from TVLine TWD: Daryl Dixon Renewed for a Fourth and Final Season, But 'Daryl's Story Is Far From Over' R.I.P., Ozzy Osbourne: Kelly Osbourne Pays Tribute to Her Rock Legend Dad ('I Lost the Best Friend I Ever Had') Chuck Mangione, Jazz Musician and King of the Hill Guest Star, Dead at 84 TV Stars We Lost in 2025 View Gallery53 Images Edwards' co-star and grandson 'Lil' Willie Edwards posted about the death Saturday evening. 'Rest easy pawpaw,' he wrote on Facebook. 'I know [you're] probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates…you will be extremely missed pawpaw we love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again.' Earlier in July, Willie Edwards wrote on Facebook that Junior Edwards had been 'dealing with some health issues' and asked for prayers because 'we need a miracle. Get better for us, papa. We love you!!!' Swamp People's Ashley 'Deadeye' Jones also posted Saturday about Edwards' passing on Instagram, calling him 'one of the greatest alligator hunters there is' and a 'real hardcore outdoorsman.' 'I watched this man bring in MONSTER gators at Duffys Gas Station in Pierre Part, La.,' she continued. 'This was after a looooong day for both of us and you can tell it! Glad we took a second for a pic!' Swamp People follows alligator hunters in Louisiana. Junior Edwards was part of the show in Seasons 1 through 6. He later returned for Season 12. TVLine has reached out to The History Channel for comment. Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
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4 days ago
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'Swamp People' Star Junior Edwards Dies: 'He Was One of the Greatest Alligator Hunters,' Relative Says
The series followed descendants of French Canadian refugees who settled in Louisiana and hunt alligators for a living Swamp People star Junior Edwards has died. His grandson, "Lil" Willie Edwards, announced the news in a Facebook post on Saturday, July 26. It is unclear how old Junior was. Beginning the heartfelt post, "Rest easy pawpaw," Willie continued, "I know [you're] probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates." "You will be extremely missed pawpaw," he added. "We love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again." On Instagram, another Swamp People regular, Ashley "Deadeye" Jones, mourned Junior's death, writing alongside a selfie of herself and Junior, "The world lost a legend!" "Mr. Junior Edwards passed away! Please be in prayer for the family!" she continued. "He was one of the greatest alligator hunters there is!" "He was real hardcore outdoorsman! I watched this man bring in MONSTER gators at Duffys Gas Station in Pierre Part LA," Ashley added. "This was after a looooong day for both of us and you can tell it! Glad we took a second for a pic!" The date when Junior died, and other details — including his cause of death — have not yet been made public. However, the History Channel star's grandson said earlier this month that Junior had been in poor health. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "Well guys, those of you that don't know ... my grandpa has been dealing with some health issues," Willie wrote on social media on July 6. He added: "Y'all keep him in y'all's thoughts and prayers please…we need a miracle. Get better for us papa, we love you!!!" Swamp People is a History Channel docuseries that has been on air for 14 years. Across 15 seasons, the show follows the Landry family, descendants of French Canadian refugees who settled in Louisiana and hunt alligators for a living. Junior appeared on Swamp People from 2010 until 2015 as a regular cast member alongside his son, Willie Edwards, and grandson. He later returned to the series for season 12 in 2021. He joked on Facebook at the time: "Surprise… look who's back." Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
4 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Junior Edwards dead: Swamp People star passes away as cast pays tribute
The cast and fans of the History Channel's hit reality series Swamp People are mourning the loss of one of their beloved members. On Saturday, July 26, 'Little' Willie Edwards shared heartbreaking news on Facebook that his grandfather, Junior Edwards, had passed away. 'Rest easy pawpaw,' he wrote, alongside a touching photo of Junior out on the water with 'Little' Willie's father, Willie Edwards. 'I know you're probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates… you will be extremely missed pawpaw. We love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again.' While 'Little' Willie did not disclose specific details surrounding Junior's death, including the date or cause, the outpouring of grief from the Swamp People community was immediate and heartfelt. Junior Edwards was a staple of the show from its very first season in 2010. Over the course of more than a decade, he appeared in roughly 100 episodes, earning a reputation as one of the toughest and most skilled alligator hunters on the bayou. Although he stepped back as a regular cast member in 2015, Junior continued to make guest appearances sporadically in the following years. Castmates paid tribute to Junior's legacy and his impact on the show and their lives. Ashley 'Deadeye' Jones called Junior ''a legend,' praising him as one of the greatest alligator hunters the world has ever seen. Fellow star Ronnie Adams also shared condolences, sending his love and support to the Edwards family during their difficult time. The heartfelt tributes extended beyond the cast, with hundreds of fans flooding the Facebook post with messages of sympathy and support. 'Prayers for your family. We loved watching your paw paw when he was on,' one fan wrote. 'May he rest in Heaven.' Another added, 'I'm so so sorry to hear this! Losing a daddy is incredibly hard! Y'all are in my prayers!!!' Junior Edwards' death marks a poignant moment for Swamp People fans and the Louisiana community who have followed his journey over the years. His legacy as a legendary hunter and beloved family man will surely live on.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
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'The Bold and the Beautiful' Star 'Crying' as Show Marks 'End of An Era'
'The Bold and the Beautiful' Star 'Crying' as Show Marks 'End of An Era' originally appeared on Parade. The Bold and the Beautiful star Ashley Jones (Bridget) has fans in their feels, as she shared some news that made her cry. No, she isn't leaving the hit CBS soap. However, as Paradereported, The Bold and the Beautiful will make a major change when it returns from summer hiatus in August. The show will leave Television City and The Young and the Restless behind for a new got emotional as she shared a video for her final walk-through at the old studio, where the soap has been since day one, back in 1987. The move is a big change for Jones, who got her big soap break on The Young and the Restlessplaying Megan. 'End of an era. @boldandbeautifulcbs I first walked these halls at TV City as a teenager on Y&R. I grew up here. A LOT of us did. We've been through an immense amount of life together in these halls. Loves come and gone, marriages, babies, heartbreak and successes," she began her caption. The actress went on to reflect some more, adding, 'These are the halls I made some of closest friends in the world. These are the halls that gave me a huge life- took me around the world and back. Anyway, BRB while I'm over here crying. But change is good. And I'll see you in the new hallway… new studio.. our new home. Soon." Actress Molly McCook, the daughter of The Bold and the Beautiful legend John McCook, popped up in the comments section to write, 'My heart.' After all, she grew up there too, as her father has been there since the beginning of the show. In lieu of actual words, former B&B star Maeve Quinlan (Megan) left some emotional emojis in the comments section. It's the end of an era forThe Bold and the Beautifulas a new chapter in the show's new home begins soon. The Bold and the Beautiful airs weekdays on CBS. 'The Bold and the Beautiful' Star 'Crying' as Show Marks 'End of An Era' first appeared on Parade on Jul 4, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
