'Swamp People' Star Junior Edwards Dies After Health Struggles

Junior Edwards, a beloved cast member of the History Channel's Swamp People, has passed away after a period of poor health, according to a Facebook post by his grandson, "Lil" Willie Edwards. Edwards was known for his rugged skills as an alligator hunter and appeared on the show from 2010 to 2015, with a brief return in 2021. His grandson shared heartfelt messages expressing love and mourning, while fellow cast member Ashley "Deadeye" Jones called him one of the greatest alligator hunters and a true outdoorsman. The exact date and cause of Edwards' death have not been disclosed. Edwards' death has deeply affected his family and co-stars, who have requested prayers and paid tribute to his legacy. Swamp People, a long-running series, follows Louisiana families hunting alligators, many of whom are descendants of French Canadian refugees.