Phil Robertson’s Cause of Death Unclear, But Health Issues Were Escalating

The ‘Duck Dynasty’ patriarch has died.

Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the Duck Dynasty family, has died, his daughter-in-law and son confirmed on social media.

“My dad has gone to be with the Lord today! 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! #PhilRobertson #Jesus,” Robertson’s son, Jase Robertson, wrote on X.

They did not reveal an official cause of death. However, Phil Robertson’s health issues are well-known; he had a highly publicized case of Alzheimer’s disease, according to KSBV-TV.

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According to People, Robertson’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis was revealed in December. He was 79. In a podcast in December, Jase revealed that his dad’s Alzheimer’s disease was getting worse.

“He’s just not doing well. He’s really struggling,” he said. In April, he shared, “We’re making him comfortable, and we’re doing the best we can. I think that’s just what you do.” TMZ reported that Phil Robertson was also “suffering from a blood disease that was causing health issues.”

Korie Robertson, who is married to Willie Robertson, Phil Robertson’s son, posted a lengthy tribute on Facebook.

“We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord. He reminded us often of the words of Paul, ‘you do not grieve like those who have no hope. 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,’” she wrote on Facebook on May 25, 2025.

“Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus. 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,” she added.

According to Korie Robertson: “We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life. We’re having a private service for now, but we’ll share details soon about a public celebration of his life.” The post was signed, “The Robertson Family,” and concluded with a Bible verse: “1st Corinthians 2.”

People reported that Duck Dynasty, which showcased the family, ended in 2017. According to TMZ, Phil Robertson was a controversial figure over the years, once suspended in 2014 for remarks he made in an interview.