‘Alaskan Bush People’ Star Billy Brown Dies At 68

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Fans all over the world are mourning the loss of Alaskan Bush People star Billy Brown, who suddenly died on Sunday night. 

Billy’s son, Bear Brown, confirmed the tragic news on Monday with a family statement. According to Bear, his father passed away following a seizure. Billy was 68 years old. 

 

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“We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved patriarch Billy Brown passed away last night after suffering from a seizure,” Bear shared on social media. “He was our best friend — a wonderful and loving dad, granddad and husband and he will be dearly missed. He lived his life on his terms, off the grid and off the land and taught us to live like that as well. We plan to honor his legacy going forward, and to continue with his dream. We ask for privacy and prayers during this painful time! God bless everyone!”

 

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Discovery’s program also released a statement following the loss of  Alaskan Bush People’s family patriarch. In a tweet, the program shared: 

“We are devastated to hear of Billy Brown’s sudden passing. He has been part of the @Discovery family for years – a trailblazer, a lovely man, and most definitely one of a kind. Our heart is with his family and those that knew him as they deal with this devastating loss.”

We are devastated to hear of Billy Brown’s sudden passing.

He has been part of the @Discovery family for years – a trailblazer, a lovely man, and most definitely one of a kind. Our heart is with his family and those that knew him as they deal with this devastating loss. pic.twitter.com/23Kaz67ekz

— Alaskan Bush People (@AlaskanBushPPL) February 8, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy Brown’s family and friends.