{"id":2900,"date":"2024-10-03T15:32:23","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T14:32:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzzfeednews.uk\/?p=2900"},"modified":"2024-10-03T15:32:23","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T14:32:23","slug":"rick-harrison-of-pawn-stars-mourns-the-unexpected-passing-of-his-son-adam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/buzzfeednews.uk\/?p=2900","title":{"rendered":"Rick Harrison of \u201cPawn Stars\u201d Mourns the Unexpected Passing of His Son Adam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As Rick Harrison\u2019s second son, Adam Harrison, passed away tragically, tributes to the \u201cPawn Stars\u201d star and his family are flooding in.<\/p>\n<p>At the age of 39, Adam passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday, January 19. Laura Herlovich on behalf of the family has requested privacy at this trying time for them to grieve.<\/p>\n<p>Herlovich disclosed to the Associated Press that an overdose of fentanyl is suspected to have caused Adam\u2019s death.<\/p>\n<p>Rick Harrison stressed the seriousness of the nation\u2019s fentanyl problem in a statement to TMZ, calling for increased awareness and action.<br \/>\nFor an official report, USA TODAY has contacted the Clark County Office of the Coroner\/Medical Examiner and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.<\/p>\n<p>On their Instagram profiles, Rick Harrison and his other son, Corey Harrison, both sent emotional tributes to Adam, expressing their deep sorrow and memories of their departed family member.<\/p>\n<p>Many people are thinking about Rick Harrison, the Harrison family, and their renowned company that was featured in the hit television programme \u201cPawn Stars\u201d as the family deals with this tragedy.<\/p>\n<p>When \u201cPawn Stars\u201d debuted in 2009, Rick Harrison, his family, and the well-known Gold &#038; Silver Pawn Shop were featured.<\/p>\n<p>The store was founded in 1980 by Rick Harrison\u2019s father, Richard Harrison, and under Rick\u2019s leadership, it changed into its present configuration in 1988.<\/p>\n<p>With up to 3,000 visitors every day, the store has become as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n<p>The Las Vegas Journal and Review reports that Rick Harrison is the father of six children: three daughters, Sarina, Ciana, and Marissa, and three sons, Corey, Adam, and Jake.<\/p>\n<p>Though he periodically worked at the store, Adam\u2014fondly known as \u201cWax\u201d\u2014never made an appearance on the show.<\/p>\n<p>Rick\u2019s youngest son, Jake, and his oldest son, Corey, have both made frequent appearances on the show.<\/p>\n<p>Rick\u2019s father, Richard Harrison, known as \u201cThe Old Man,\u201d was also a central figure until his passing in 2018 at the age of 77.<\/p>\n<p>Corey\u2019s childhood friend Austin \u201cChumlee\u201d Russell is another well-known character on the show. Chumlee, who has been a member of the shop since he was little and is said to be \u201cjust like a son to Rick,\u201d has grown to be a cherished figure on the show.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPawn Stars\u201d has aired 21 seasons during its 15-year existence; the most recent season will end on June 28, 2023.<\/p>\n<p>A spin-off series called \u201cPawn Stars Do America\u201d debuted in 2022 and followed Rick, Corey, and Chumlee as they traversed the nation in pursuit of unusual discoveries. On December 20, 2023, the second season of this spin-off concluded.<\/p>\n<p>The New York Post claims that Adam\u2019s passing won\u2019t affect the series\u2019 recording or broadcast, despite the family\u2019s recent sorrow.<\/p>\n<p>According to statements made by Laura Herlovich and a representative for History Channel, \u201cPawn Stars\u201d will start filming again in February.<\/p>\n<p>New episodes of \u201cPawn Stars Do America\u201d are scheduled to premiere on February 21.<\/p>\n<p>The amount of love and sympathy that the Harrison family is receiving from fans and friends during this terrible time is a testament to the profound influence both their show and personal lives have had.<\/p>\n<p>The tragic consequences of the fentanyl issue are highlighted by Adam Harrison\u2019s passing, which has led to calls for greater awareness and preventative actions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As Rick Harrison\u2019s second son, Adam Harrison, passed away tragically, tributes to the \u201cPawn Stars\u201d star and his family are flooding in. At the age of 39, Adam passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday, January 19. 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