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 emerged as a breakout cast member with his humorous antics and stories. But is Si Robertson dead? What is the truth behind the death hoax that circulated online in 2020?
The Origin of the Death Hoax
The death hoax started when a website called Conservative Tears published an article on March 10, 2020, claiming that Si Robertson was found unresponsive in the woods near the Duck Dynasty compound. The article stated that he was pronounced dead at the scene and that his family was devastated by the news. The article also included a fake quote from his brother Phil Robertson, who allegedly said that Si was “a good man, a good brother, and a good Christian”.
The article was intended to be a satire, as the website clearly states in its disclaimer that everything on it is fiction and not real. However, some people who read the article did not notice the disclaimer and believed that Si Robertson was really dead. The article soon went viral on social media, spreading the false rumor and causing confusion and grief among his fans.
The Response of Si Robertson and His Family
Si Robertson and his family were quick to debunk the death hoax and reassure his fans that he was alive and well. Si himself took to Facebook to post a video of him holding a newspaper with the date of March 11, 2020, proving that he was still alive. He also joked that the rumor was “95% true” and that he was “dead tired”.
His nephew Willie Robertson also posted a video on Instagram of him and Si having fun together, showing that they were not mourning his death. He captioned the video with “He lives!” and added the hashtag #fakenews.
Other members of the Robertson family also expressed their frustration and disappointment with the death hoax, calling it disrespectful and insensitive. They urged their fans to not believe everything they read online and to check their sources before sharing any information.
The Current Status of Si Robertson
Si Robertson is still alive and enjoying his life after Duck Dynasty. He has been focusing on his music career, forming a band called Uncle Si & The Sicotics in 2018. He has also released two albums: Me and My Smoking Hot Honey (2014) and A Jase Robertson Christmas (2019).
He is also still involved in the duck call business, working with his brother Phil at Duck Commander. He has also appeared on other shows such as Going Si-Ral, Duck Call Room, Last Man Standing, and Veggie Tales.
He is married to Christine Raney since 1971 and has two children: Trasa Lee and Scott Merritt. He is also a grandfather to eight grandchildren.
Si Robertson is one of the most beloved and entertaining stars of Duck Dynasty. He has a loyal fan base and a happy family. He is not dead, but alive and well. He is an inspiration for many people with his faith, humor, and passion.