Rick Harrison, the beloved star and creator of the hit reality TV show Pawn Stars, is mourning a devastating loss. His son, Adam Harrison, tragically passed away at just 39 years old.
According to Laura Herlovich, Adam’s representative, the Las Vegas Review-Journal confirmed that Adam was found dead on Friday, January 19, 2024. The Clark County Coroner has since ruled his death accidental, caused by a deadly combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine.
This tragic event highlights a growing crisis—fentanyl-related deaths are soaring across the United States. The CDC reported a staggering 73,654 fentanyl overdose deaths in 2022 alone, more than double the number recorded in 2019.
Adam Harrison, a skilled plumber by profession, was not a regular on Pawn Stars, which has been captivating audiences since 2009. Yet, his passing is a deeply felt loss for Rick and the entire family.
Our hearts go out to the Harrisons during this incredibly difficult time.
On behalf of the Harrison family, Adam’s representative Laura Herlovich released a heartfelt statement:
“Our family is deeply saddened by the loss of Adam. We kindly ask for privacy as we navigate this difficult time of grief.”
Rick Harrison paid a touching tribute to his son on Instagram, sharing a cherished photo of the two together. Alongside the image, he wrote,
“You will always be in my heart. I love you, Adam.”
The hit show Pawn Stars centers around the famous Gold & Silver Pawn shop in Las Vegas. Although Adam Harrison reportedly worked there for a time, he was never featured on the series.
Rick’s eldest son, Corey Harrison, a familiar face on Pawn Stars, also paid a heartfelt tribute to his younger brother on social media. Sharing a nostalgic photo of them as kids, bathtub and all, Corey wrote, “I will always love you, Bubba.”
The heartbreaking news of Adam’s passing was first reported by TMZ, who revealed that the Las Vegas Metro Police Department is actively investigating his death.
In a statement to FOX News Digital, Rick Harrison confirmed the cause of Adam’s death as a fentanyl overdose. He added a powerful message about the crisis gripping the nation:
“The fentanyl crisis in this country must be taken more seriously. It feels like it’s flooding across our borders with no effective action being taken. We have to do better.”
To put the danger in perspective, the Drug Enforcement Administration warns that just 2 milligrams of fentanyl—less than a grain of salt—can be deadly.