The creator and beloved cast member of the hit reality TV show “Pawn Stars,” Rick Harrison, is currently grieving the tragic loss of his son, Adam Harrison. On behalf of the family, Rick’s representative, Laura Herlovich, confirmed the devastating news to The Las Vegas Review Journal[1].
According to the Clark County Coroner, Adam’s untimely death, at the age of 39, was ruled an accident. The toxic combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine was the cause of this heartbreaking tragedy[2]. The Coroner will be releasing a detailed report at a later date to provide more information.
This heartbreaking event shines a spotlight on the disturbing rise in fentanyl-related deaths across the United States. Shockingly, in 2022 alone, the CDC reported that 73,654 people lost their lives due to fentanyl overdoses, more than doubling the number from 2019[3].
While not a regular cast member on “Pawn Stars,” Adam did work at the family’s pawn shop, Gold & Silver Pawn, which serves as the focal point of the show[4]. In light of this devastating loss, Laura Herlovich, representing the Harrison family, has requested privacy for them during this difficult time. Rick took to Instagram to honor his late son, sharing a touching photo of the two together and expressing his everlasting love for Adam[5].
Rick’s oldest son, Corey Harrison, also paid tribute to his younger brother on social media, sharing a childhood photo of them in a bathtub and declaring his never-ending love for Adam[6].
Initially reported by TMZ, the Las Vegas Metro Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Adam’s tragic passing[7]. Rick Harrison himself confirmed the cause of death as a fentanyl overdose in a statement to FOX News Digital. He emphasized the urgent need to address the fentanyl crisis and his frustration with the lack of action in preventing the illicit flow of this deadly drug across borders[8].
Understanding the lethal potency of fentanyl is crucial. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency, a mere 2 milligrams of fentanyl, less than a grain of salt, can be fatal[8].
As Rick Harrison and his family mourn the loss of Adam, their message serves as a somber reminder of the devastating consequences caused by the fentanyl crisis.
