PHIL Robertson, best known for starring on the hit show Duck Dynasty, has died at the age of 79.
The TV reality show patriarch had been battling Alzheimer’s, according to his family.
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His death was announced by his daughter-in-law Korie.
She revealed how Robertson, known as the Duck Commander, wasn’t afraid of death.
“He reminded us often of the words of Paul, ‘you do not grieve like those who have no hope,’” the family said in a statement shared on Facebook.
“For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.”
“We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again.
“We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life.”
Robertson’s son, Jase, has also spoken out about his dad’s death
“My dad has gone to be with the Lord today!” he wrote on X.
“He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again!”
Last year, Jase revealed his dad had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.
He revealed how the disease had accelerated and admitted his father was struggling.
“We’re making him comfortable, and we’re doing the best we can,” Jase revealed in April.
“I think that’s just what you do.”
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