Phil Robertson, the beloved star of the reality show "Duck Dynasty," has died at the age of 79. His passing comes after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, which his son Jase had recently described as worsening. Phil’s daughter-in-law, Korie Robertson, shared the news on Facebook, expressing gratitude for the love and prayers from fans and friends. She said, "We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord."
Korie highlighted the impact Phil had on many lives through his faith and his commitment to sharing the message of Jesus. While the family is holding a private service for him, they plan to organize a public celebration of his life soon.
Phil Robertson rose to fame as the charismatic face of "Duck Dynasty," which premiered on A&E in 2012. The show quickly became a cultural phenomenon, becoming the most-watched nonfiction cable series in history in 2013. Viewers were drawn to the Robertson family, including Phil, his wife Kay, their sons Willie, Jase, Jep, and Si, as well as their daughter Sadie. The family’s duck call company, Duck Commander, also played a significant role in their rise to fame.
In addition to his reality TV success, A&E recently announced a new series titled "Duck Dynasty: The Revival," featuring Korie and Willie, which is set to debut in June.
As fans and family remember Phil Robertson, they reflect on a life filled with love, faith, and a commitment to family that touched many hearts across the nation.