The cast and fans of the History Channel’s hit reality series Swamp People are mourning the loss of one of their beloved members.
On Saturday, July 26, ‘Little’ Willie Edwards shared heartbreaking news on Facebook that his grandfather, Junior Edwards, had passed away.
‘Rest easy pawpaw,’ he wrote, alongside a touching photo of Junior out on the water with “Little” Willie’s father, Willie Edwards.
‘I know you’re probably running your hoop nets or doing something crazy inside those pearly gates… you will be extremely missed pawpaw. We love you more than anything!!! Until we meet again.’
While ‘Little’ Willie did not disclose specific details surrounding Junior’s death, including the date or cause, the outpouring of grief from the Swamp People community was immediate and heartfelt.
Junior Edwards was a staple of the show from its very first season in 2010.
The cast and fans of the History Channel’s hit reality series Swamp People are mourning the loss of beloved cast member Junior Edwards, whose death was announced on Saturday (Ashley Jones and Junior Edward)
‘Little’ Willie Edwards shared heartbreaking news on Facebook that his grandfather, Junior Edwards, had passed away
Over the course of more than a decade, he appeared in roughly 100 episodes, earning a reputation as one of the toughest and most skilled alligator hunters on the bayou.
Although he stepped back as a regular cast member in 2015, Junior continued to make guest appearances sporadically in the following years.
Castmates paid tribute to Junior’s legacy and his impact on the show and their lives.
Ashley ‘Deadeye’ Jones called Junior “’a legend,’ praising him as one of the greatest alligator hunters the world has ever seen.
Fellow star Ronnie Adams also shared condolences, sending his love and support to the Edwards family during their difficult time.
The heartfelt tributes extended beyond the cast, with hundreds of fans flooding the Facebook post with messages of sympathy and support.
‘Prayers for your family. We loved watching your paw paw when he was on,’ one fan wrote. ‘May he rest in Heaven.’
Another added, ‘I’m so so sorry to hear this! Losing a daddy is incredibly hard! Y’all are in my prayers!!!’
Junior Edwards’ death marks a poignant moment for Swamp People fans and the Louisiana community who have followed his journey over the years.
His legacy as a legendary hunter and beloved family man will surely live on.
