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Remembering Junior Edwards: Legendary 'Swamp People' Star Dies

7/27/2025

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Junior Edwards, beloved star of "Swamp People," passed away on July 26, 2025, leaving a profound legacy as a legendary alligator hunter. His family and co-stars, including Ashley “Deadeye” Jones, took to social media to honor him, reflecting on his remarkable journey through 100 episodes that touched countless lives in Louisiana's Atchafalaya River Basin.

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Junior Edwards, beloved star of "Swamp People," passed away on July 26, 2025, leaving a profound legacy as a legendary alligator hunter. His family and co-stars, including Ashley “Deadeye” Jones, took to social media to honor him, reflecting on his remarkable journey through 100 episodes that touched countless lives in Louisiana's Atchafalaya River Basin.