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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘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
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
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
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Junior Edwards from ‘Swamp People' passes away; know all about the legendary gator hunter
' Swamp People ' star Junior Edwards has recently passed away. The news was confirmed online after his grandson shared a post honouring his memory. The news of his sudden demise has left fans and friends of the star heartbroken and shocked, with many paying their tributes to the TV personality online. Junior Edwards passes away In an online post shared on July 26, the star's grandson, 'Lil" Willie Edwards, confirmed the news after paying tribute to his grandfather. He shared in his post that, "Rest easy, pawpaw. I know [you're] probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates." He added, "You will be extremely missed, pawpaw. We love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Chic, Calming, Kid-Friendly—All on a Budget squarerooms Read More Undo As soon as the post was shared online, friends and fans of the star expressed their shock over the matter and even expressed their remorse over the TV star's sudden demise. Ashley 'Deadeye' Jones, who starred on the show along with Junior, also shared her heartfelt note for him, saying, 'I'm so so sorry to hear this! Loosing a daddy is incredibly hard! Y'all are in my prayers!!!' She also shared a post on her social media, saying that 'We lost a legend!!'. She also called him 'one of the greatest alligator hunters in the world' as well. Fans share their condolences online Fans of the star also shared how much they loved and looked up to Junior, with one commenting, 'My condolences to you all. I am so sorry for your loss. You guys are my favourite on Swamp People. You and your dad got a lot of fight in y'all, which Junior instilled in y'all. I know I'm just a stranger, but I'm sending hugs to you all, but would you give Mama Teresa a hug from me. I'll never forget when Junior and Teresa was taking care of Oscar the Otter, and when it was time to release him back into the wild, Junior teared up, and I just bawled'. About Junior Edwards The cause or date behind his demise has not yet been made public; however, his grandson had shared a post earlier this month mentioning how his health had not been the best. The post had read, 'Well, guys, those of you that don't know ... my grandpa has been dealing with some health issues. Y'all keep him in y'all's thoughts and prayers, please…we need a miracle. Get better for us Papa, we love you!!!'. Edwards was a veteran gator hunter who starred and rose to fame after his show 'Swamp People' went viral in the 2010s. He starred on the show from 2010 to 2015, and was even joined by his son Willie Edwards, as well as his grandson.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'Swamp People' star Junior Edwards dies after struggle with poor health
Swamp People star Junior Edwards has died, according to a Facebook post shared on 26 July by his grandson, "Lil" Willie Edwards. The cause and exact date of his death have not been confirmed, but the family shared that he had been in poor health in recent weeks. "Rest easy pawpaw," wrote Willie. "I know [you're] probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates." He added, "You will be extremely missed pawpaw. We love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again." Ashley 'Deadeye' Jones, a fellow cast member, also paid tribute: "The world lost a legend! Mr. Junior Edwards passed away! Please be in prayer for the family! He was one of the greatest alligator hunters there is!" Edwards was a regular on the Swamp People series from 2010 to 2015, featuring alongside his son and grandson. He returned briefly in 2021 for season 12, announcing his comeback with the post: "Surprise… look who's back." The long-running History Channel series follows families in Louisiana who hunt alligators for a living, many of them descendants of French Canadian refugees. Edwards became a fan favourite for his rugged outdoor skills and memorable presence. Earlier this month, Willie had asked followers to keep Junior in their prayers, saying, "We need a miracle. Get better for us papa, we love you!!!"
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Swamp People' star Junior Edwards dies: Who was he, what happened to him
'Swamp People' star Junior Edwards has died. Junior Edwards appeared as a series regular on 'Swamp People' from 2010 to 2015(Facebook/Lil Willie Edwards) "Lil" Willie Edwards, his grandson, made the announcement on a Facebook post on July 26. '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,' he wrote. Ashley "Deadeye" Jones, another regular on the History Channel show mourned the demise via an Instagram post, saying 'The world lost a legend! Mr Junior Edwards passed away! 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! Glad we took a second for a pic!' Junior's current age is unknown, and the date when he died has not been made public yet either. What happened to Junior Edwards? While the exact cause of Edwards' death has not yet been mentioned, his grandson shared a health update earlier this month and it was not good. Edwards was in poor health, and the star's kin said 'Well guys, those of you that don't know ... my grandpa has been dealing with some health issues,' on a social media post on July 6. Also Read | Why Celebrity Deathmatch creator Eric Fogel believes his show is 'timeless' 'Y'all keep him in y'all's thoughts and prayers please…we need a miracle. Get better for us papa, we love you!!!,' Willie had added. Who was Junior Edwards? Junior Edwards was a veteran gator hunter from the Atchafalaya Basin and became a household name with the success of 'Swamp People' in 2010s. The series has been airing for 14 years, and during this time, Edwards demonstrated a high level of expertise in ways of swamp life. Across the 15 seasons, 'Swamp People' focuses on the Landry family, with Junior appearing as a series regular from 2010 to 2015, alongside his son, Willie Edwards, and his grandson. Later, he returned in 2021 for Season 12, at the time jokingly saying on Facebook 'Surprise… look who's back.' Edwards also reportedly had a commercial fishing business, which he focused on after his time on screen.
