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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Duck Dynasty make shock decision on how to handle Phil Robertson's death
Duck Dynasty 's revival series will not shine a light on Phil Robertson 's recent death at 79. Insiders close to production told TMZ Tuesday that the show's second season will be used to address the passing of the family patriarch. Sources with production on the A&E franchise said that cameras were not present to document Phil's tragic final days, in which he battled both Alzheimer's disease and a blood ailment. The creative rationale behind the decision was that the Robertson family didn't want to force content into the show's first season, which had already been completed. Phil was never linked to the show in any capacity, the outlet noted. has reached out to A&E to elaborate on its decision to stall the coverage of Phil's passing until season two. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Sadie Robertson Huff on Monday revealed the empowering message her late grandfather Phil Robertson sent her prior to his passing. She posted a statement Sunday to her 5.2 million Instagram followers referencing her faith and one of her final exchanges with her beloved grandfather. The Monroe, Louisiana native, 27, who hosts a podcast titled WHOA, That's Good, recalled, 'One of the last things he said to me was "full strength ahead!" Amen!' Sadie previously posted a Bible verse she posted read, 'Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.' – 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV.' She added, 'As I was sitting with Papaw Phil today, I thought about this verse… he has already experienced this on earth—going from dead to alive by the power of Christ! It was his testimony that changed his life, our families life, and thousands of others. Now he is experiencing it in the fullness. Fully alive in Christ. The new has come.' has reached out to Sadie for further elaboration on the powerful statement. Sadie on her social media Monday shared an older clip of her grandfather speaking about his religious convictions, and how he put his faith and hope in Jesus Christ - both in life and death. Sadie commented, 'This is it right here!' in regards to her grandpa's commentary. Sadie also thanked the public for the kindness they have shown amid the family tragedy. She said: 'I've been overwhelmed today by all of the texts, DMs, posts, messages, articles, and words that have been sent and spoken about Papaw Phil and how he impacted so many.' Sadie also added in her Instagram post Monday that she had underestimated the massive impact her grandfather had on the world, and efficacy in which he spread his message of father. The Monroe, Louisiana native, 27,, who hosts a podcast titled WHOA, That's Good , recalled, 'One of the last things he said to me was "full strength ahead!" Amen!' 'I wrote in my post yesterday that he touched 'thousands,' and I can confidently correct that now to millions,' Sadie said. 'I can't stop thinking about how he lived in the middle of nowhere, in a small, humble home with no cell phone or computer, and yet his life touched millions with the hope of Jesus.' Sadie said that her late grandfather reminded her 'of people in the Bible.' She added: Not many lived with the end goal in mind as much as he did, and not many chose to spend their lives telling everyone they encountered like he did. He really believed it, and I know that he is alive in Christ fully today! Sadie wrapped up her post Monday in saying of her grandfather: 'What a life of authenticity. What a legend.' The professional hunter turned reality star's family announced the news in a Facebook post on Sunday, leaving fans devastated. 'We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord,' Phil's daughter-in-law Korie Robertson said Sunday on Facebook. Sadie thanked people who had prayed for Phil, who dealt with Alzheimer's disease in his final months. She recalled how he bravely told loved ones that he was not afraid of death and considered it a comeback to the kingdom of God. Late last year, Robertson had received a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease , his family said on the Unashamed with the Robertson Family podcast. Phil's son Jase Robertson had previously said on the podcast that his father had been battling a blood disease.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Duck Dynasty star Sadie Robertson reveals the last words grandfather Phil Robertson told her before he died
Duck Dynasty 's Sadie Robertson Huff has revealed the empowering message her late grandfather Phil Robertson sent her prior to his death at 79 after a heartbreaking battle with Alzheimer's disease in his final months. Sadie posted a statement Sunday to her 5.2 million Instagram followers referencing her faith and one of her final exchanges with her beloved grandfather. The Monroe, Louisiana native, 27, who hosts a podcast titled WHOA, That's Good, recalled, 'One of the last things he said to me was "full strength ahead!" Amen!' Sadie previously posted a Bible verse she posted read, 'Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.' – 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV.' She added, 'As I was sitting with Papaw Phil today, I thought about this verse… he has already experienced this on earth—going from dead to alive by the power of Christ! From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The Monroe, Louisiana native, 27,, who hosts a podcast titled WHOA, That's Good , recalled, 'One of the last things he said to me was "full strength ahead!" Amen!' 'It was his testimony that changed his life, our families life, and thousands of others. Now he is experiencing it in the fullness. Fully alive in Christ. The new has come.' has reached out to Sadie for further elaboration on the powerful statement. The professional hunter turned reality star's family announced the news in a Facebook post on Sunday, leaving fans devastated. 'We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord,' Phil's daughter-in-law Korie Robertson said Sunday on Facebook. She thanked people who had prayed for Phil, who dealt with Alzheimer's disease in his final months. She recalled how he bravely told loved ones that he was not afraid of death and considered it a comeback to the kingdom of God. A number of shocked fans posted messages of support, with one saying: 'Honestly, Phil was like America's grandpa.' Another added: 'He put smiles on the faces of us all!' Late last year, Robertson had received a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, his family said on the Unashamed with the Robertson Family podcast. Phil's son Jase Robertson had previously said on the podcast that his father had been battling a blood disease. 'Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus,' she wrote. She added, 'We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again.' Korie said the Robertson family would continue to remember their late patriarch. 'We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life,' she said. She added the family was planning on 'having a private service for now, but we'll share details soon about a public celebration of his life.' On an April 11 edition of the podcast. Jase and Al Robertson said that Phil and his ailing wife Kay had been staying in the same facility. 'We now have Phil and Kay back together - it has been fantastic,' he said. Jase added, 'My dad's not doing great overall, and my mom is not doing great physically. She has to have pretty much 24/7 professional healthcare, but my dad, it's like .. he's been so much calmer since she came back.' The Monroe, Louisiana native, 27, shared an image highlighting her grandfather's speech at her November 2019 wedding to Christian Huff on the family farm Jase described the set up at the facility the ailing couple had been residing at. 'They're in a facility where there are other people, but they have their own little private room - it's great - and so, they're helping each other, so that's been positive,' he said. Kaye took to Instagram last year to explain to fans how they helped one another survive amid their respective health battles. 'Phil takes care of me, and I take care of him,' said Kaye. 'Sometimes he fixes a little makeup smudge for me, and I comb the chicken biscuit crumbs out of his beard. 'I'm getting over being sick, and I can't wait to get back to taking care of my pioneer man.' Phil's son Willie Robertson, 53, and his spouse Korie, 51, said, 'We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord. 'Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life. The couple added: 'We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life. 'We're having a private service for now, but we'll share details soon about a public celebration of his life.' Robertson's son Jep Robertson took to Instagram to pay memorial to his late grandfather. 'Today, we celebrate that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now in the presence of the Lord,' Jep said. 'He often reminded us of Paul's words: "We do not grieve like those who have no hope. 'For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him." He added: 'We're deeply thankful for the outpouring of love and prayers from so many whose lives were touched by Phil - by the grace that saved him, his bold faith, and his passion for sharing the Good News of Jesus with anyone who would listen. 'We are grateful for his life on earth and will carry forward his legacy of loving God and loving others until we are reunited again.' A statement from the family's company Duck Commander posted to Instagram read, 'In the duck hunting world he was an innovator.. a man with an unwavering love for what he did best…and enjoyed most 'And though he was uniquely special in his field, we will remember him for so much more… The company said that 'what truly stood out above all things' was Phil's 'love for Jesus' and 'passion for sharing Jesus with others.' Duck Commander said, 'The lives impacted by one man's willingness to share the gospel is truly remarkable.. and we can only hope to make him proud by carrying out that legacy throughout our lives moving forward. 'Thank you Phil.. for always instilling in us what is truly most important FAITH, FAMILY, and of A number of fans paid memorial to the late reality star amid news of his passing on the Facebook page on which it was announced. One commenter said in response: 'What a day of rejoicing he is having finally getting to meet Jesus face to face! He has ran his race well, and he now is getting his reward! Praying for peace, comfort, and strength during this time.' Said another: 'Honestly, Phil was like America's grandpa who passed along his God-given wisdom for life to pass on to the next generation. 'He put smiles on the faces of us all! I grew up watching Duck Dynasty as a child, and it was amazing seeing such a God-fearing man leading by example on how to live life while fearing God and hunting ducks.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Phil Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" star, dies at age 79
Phil Robertson, who rose to fame as the patriarch of the Robertson family on the hit reality show "Duck Dynasty," has died, his family announced. He was 79. "Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," his family wrote on social media. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again." A cause of death was not immediately given. Jase Roberton, one of Phil Robertson's sons, revealed on the family's podcast in December that his father was in the "early stages" of Alzheimer's disease. Jase Robertson wrote on social media Sunday, "He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again!" Phil Robertson's granddaughter, Sadie Robertson Huff, wrote on Instagram, "One of the last things he said to me was 'full strength ahead!' Amen!" Phil Robertson was a high school quarterback who would go on to play at Louisiana Tech, notably starting ahead of future four-time Super Bowl winner and Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw in both 1966 and 1967. Phil Robertson would go on to create and patent the Duck Commander duck call, which also became the name of the company he incorporated in the early 1970s. In addition to duck calls, the company expanded into selling a variety of other products under other brand names, such as fishing equipment, deer calls and even truck accessories. Phil Robertson's son, Willie Robertson, currently serves as the company's CEO. The A&E reality series "Duck Dynasty, which ran from 2012-2017, followed the lives of the members of the Robertson family, shooting them to fame. Phil Robertson was briefly suspended by the network in 2013 when, in an interview with GQ magazine, he said homosexuality was "sinful" and mentioned it in connection with bestiality. A&E ultimately relented and ended his suspension without any episodes of the show being affected. Phil Robertson and his family were outspoken conservatives. Phil Robertson initially backed Ted Cruz in the 2016 Republican primary, but eventually said he would support President Trump once he secured the party's nomination. Phil Robertson also backed Mr. Trump over former President Biden in 2020. Delta Air Lines' 100th year takes flight 9 young siblings killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza A dad's mission to uncover brain injuries after Navy SEAL son's suicide | 60 Minutes
CBS News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Phil Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" star, dies at age 79
Phil Robertson, who rose to fame as the patriarch of the Robertson family on the hit reality show "Duck Dynasty," has died, his family announced. He was 79. "Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," his family wrote on social media. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again." A cause of death was not immediately given. Jase Roberton, one of Phil Robertson's sons, revealed on the family's podcast in December that his father was in the "early stages" of Alzheimer's disease. Jase Robertson wrote on social media Sunday, "He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again!" Phil Robertson's granddaughter, Sadie Robertson Huff, wrote on Instagram, "One of the last things he said to me was 'full strength ahead!' Amen!" Phil Robertson was a high school quarterback who would go on to play at Louisiana Tech, notably starting ahead of future four-time Super Bowl winner and Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw in both 1966 and 1967. Phil Robertson would go on to create and patent the Duck Commander duck call, which also became the name of the company he incorporated in the early 1970s. In addition to duck calls, the company expanded into selling a variety of other products under other brand names, such as fishing equipment, deer calls and even truck accessories. Phil Robertson's son, Willie Robertson, currently serves as the company's CEO. The A&E reality series "Duck Dynasty, which ran from 2012-2017, followed the lives of the members of the Robertson family, shooting them to fame. Phil Robertson was briefly suspended by the network in 2013 when, in an interview with GQ magazine, he said homosexuality was "sinful" and mentioned it in connection with bestiality. A&E ultimately relented and ended his suspension without any episodes of the show being affected. Phil Robertson and his family were outspoken conservatives. Phil Robertson initially backed Ted Cruz in the 2016 Republican primary, but eventually said he would support President Trump once he secured the party's nomination. Phil Robertson also backed Mr. Trump over former President Biden in 2020.
