Si Robertson, also known as Uncle Si, is a popular television personality and a retired reed maker for duck calls at Duck Commander. He is best known for his role on A&E’s Duck Dynasty, where he has emerged as a breakout cast member. However, in March 2020, a shocking rumor circulated on the internet that Si Robertson had been found dead in a warehouse. Is this true or just another hoax?
The Origin of the Rumor
The rumor originated from a website called Conservative Tears, which published an article on March 10, 2020, claiming that Si Robertson had been found unresponsive in the woods near the Duck Dynasty compound. The article stated that the cause of death was unknown, but speculated that it could be related to his history of drug abuse and alcoholism. The article also quoted a fake statement from his brother Phil Robertson, who allegedly said that Si had been struggling with his demons for a long time.
However, the website Conservative Tears is not a reliable source of information, as it describes itself as a satire website that publishes fictional stories for entertainment purposes. The website also has a disclaimer that reads: “Everything on this website is fiction. It is not a lie and it is not fake news because it is not real. If you believe that it is real, you should have your head examined.”
The Response from Si Robertson
The rumor was quickly debunked by Snopes, a fact-checking website that rated it as “Labeled Satire”. Snopes also pointed out that Si Robertson had posted on his Facebook page on March 9, 2020, a day before the hoax article was published, showing that he was alive and well. Si Robertson also addressed the rumor himself on March 11, 2020, by posting a video on his Facebook page, where he said: “Hey, look here. I’m alive and kickin y’all! Don’t believe everything you read on the internet, OK? I love you guys. God bless.”
Si Robertson also joked that the rumor was only 95% true, and that he had actually died for a few minutes, but was revived by his wife Christine, who performed CPR on him. He also thanked his fans for their prayers and support, and assured them that he was doing fine.
The Conclusion
Si Robertson is not dead, but was the target of a hoax website that published a fake article claiming that he had died. The article was intended to be humorous or satirical, but some people may have taken it seriously and spread it on social media. Si Robertson himself confirmed that he was alive and well, and urged his fans not to believe everything they read on the internet. Si Robertson is still enjoying his life with his family and friends, and continues to entertain his fans with his witty and humorous personality.