Archive · 27 Jul 2025
'Swamp People' Star Junior Edwards Dies
Junior Edwards, who was on the TV show 'Swamp People,' has died.
His grandson shared the sad news on Facebook.
Junior was famous for hunting alligators.
He was on the show for several years.
He also came back for another season.
Everyone who watched the show is sad, and they're sending their love to his family.
Junior Edwards, a star of 'Swamp People,' has passed away.
His grandson, "Lil" Willie Edwards, announced the news on Facebook.
Edwards was an alligator hunter from the Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana.
He was an original cast member on 'Swamp People', appearing from Seasons 1-6 and returning for Season 12.
Fellow cast members and fans have expressed their condolences.
- Who
- Junior Edwards, a cast member of the TV show 'Swamp People'.
- What
- Junior Edwards, a star of 'Swamp People,' has passed away.
- When
- The date of death is not specified, but the news was announced on July 26 by his grandson.
- Where
- The Atchafalaya Basin in Louisiana, where he was an alligator hunter.
- Why
- The cause of death has not been publicly released.
Fan Speculation
Family's Silence
Cause of Death
Fan Speculation
Fans may speculate on the cause of death.
Family's Silence
The family has not disclosed any information about the cause of death.
- Show
- 'Swamp People'
- Occupation
- Alligator Hunter
- Years on Show
- 2010-2015, 2021
- Residence
- Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana
- Family
- Survived by his family, including his grandson, "Lil" Willie Edwards.
