Phil Robertson, the famously bearded patriarch of Duck Dynasty, has died at the age of 79 following a difficult battle with Alzheimer’s disease, leaving behind a legacy of faith, fame, and controversy that helped shape a generation of reality TV and conservative pop culture.
The news was shared by his family on May 25, 2025, with heartfelt tributes pouring in from loved ones and fans alike. In a statement on his official Instagram account, the Robertson family wrote:
“We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord… We will carry on his legacy of loving God and others.”
Phil’s son Jase echoed the sentiment with a message of both grief and hope: Read more below