Former 'Swamp People' Star Junior Edwards Has Died

UPDATE: Willie Edwards, the son of Junior Edwards, revealed on social media that his father passed away at his home after a courageous battle with colon cancer over the last few months.

(KMDL-FM) - Former Swamp People star Junior Edwards has reportedly passed away, according to several reports.

His passing was announced by multiple loved ones, including his grandson, Lil Willie Edwards, who posted on social media earlier this month that the reality star's health was failing.

"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'alls thoughts and prayers please...we need a miracle. Get better for us papa, we love you!!!"

Junior Edwards appeared on Swamp People from 2010 to 2015 and was even joined by his son, Willie Edwards, as well as his grandson. He would later make a surprising return to the show for Season 12 in 2021.

Other stars of the show took to social media to pay tribute to their late friend.

Ashley "Deadeye" Jones wrote on Instagram, "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!"

Get our free mobile app

Other former and current Swamp People cast members made posts on social media paying tribute to their departed friend, whom they all had great respect for.

Once more information becomes available regarding Junior Edwards' passing, we will update this story. Until then, we join the rest of Swamp People community in sending prayers to the Edwards family.