Phil Robertson, the founder of Duck Commander and patriarch of the "Duck Dynasty" family, passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 79. He had been battling Alzheimer's disease and other health complications, including a blood disorder, mini-strokes, and chronic back pain. CT Insider+8EW.com+8Yahoo+8The Washington Post+2The US Sun+2The Daily Beast+2
Early Life and Career
Born on April 24, 1946, in Vivian, Louisiana, Phil Alexander Robertson was the fifth of seven children in a modest household. Growing up without modern amenities like electricity or plumbing, he developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors and hunting, which later became central to his life and career. EW.com+5Wikipedia+5Pep Talk Podcast for SLPs+5
Robertson attended Louisiana Tech University on a football scholarship, playing as a quarterback ahead of future NFL star Terry Bradshaw. Opting not to pursue a professional football career, he earned a master's degree in education and worked briefly as a teacher before turning to commercial fishing. Wikipedia
Duck Commander and "Duck Dynasty"
In 1972, Robertson invented the Duck Commander duck call, which led to the founding of the Duck Commander company in West Monroe, Louisiana. The business, specializing in duck calls and hunting equipment, grew into a multimillion-dollar enterprise under the leadership of his son, Willie Robertson. CT Insider+7Time+7Wikipedia+7Wikipedia+2EW.com+2Wikipedia+2
The family's lifestyle and business were showcased in the A&E reality television series "Duck Dynasty," which aired from 2012 to 2017. The show became a cultural phenomenon, with its fourth-season premiere drawing 11.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched nonfiction cable series at the time. Pep Talk Podcast for SLPs+12Wikipedia+12The US Sun+12The Washington Post+2Wikipedia+2The Daily Beast+2
Personal Life and Legacy
Robertson married Marsha Kay Carroway in 1966, and the couple had four sons: Alan, Jase, Willie, and Jep, along with 16 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. In 2020, he discovered he had a daughter, Phyllis, from a 1970s affair. The US Sun+5Wikipedia+5EW.com+5The US Sun
Known for his devout Christian faith, Robertson underwent a significant personal transformation in the mid-1970s, overcoming struggles with alcohol and infidelity. He became a prominent figure in Christian circles, speaking at churches and organizations nationwide. Duck Commander
His life story was depicted in the 2023 film "The Blind," which explored his early life challenges and spiritual journey. Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3
Final Days and Tributes
Robertson's family announced his passing, with his granddaughter Sadie Robertson sharing his final words to her: "full strength ahead." Tributes poured in from fans and public figures, honoring his impact on faith, family, and American culture.EW.com+5The Daily Beast+5New York Post+5
A private funeral service was held, with plans for a public celebration of his life to be announced.
His legacy continues through his family's ongoing ventures, including a reboot of "Duck Dynasty" titled "Duck Dynasty: The Revival," set to premiere in the summer of 2025.
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