Rick Harrison, the beloved star of the hit TV show Pawn Stars, has broken his silence following the sudden and tragic death of his 39-year-old son, Adam. According to Rick, Adam’s death was caused by a fentanyl overdose, a revelation that has left the family reeling.
Rick has spoken out about the devastating loss, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and action to address the fentanyl crisis sweeping the nation. “The fentanyl crisis in this country must be taken more seriously,” Rick urged in a statement to Fox News Digital. “It seems it is just flowing over the borders and nothing is being done about it. We must do better.”
The news of Adam’s passing was met with an outpouring of condolences from fans and friends alike. A representative of the Harrison family shared a statement expressing their deep sadness and requesting privacy as they grieve their loss.
Adam, who did not appear on Pawn Stars, had previously worked at the family’s Gold & Silver Pawn business before the show premiered in 2009. Although he had not been actively involved in the pawn shop in recent years, his memory will live on through his loved ones.
Rick took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute to his son, posting a photo of the two sharing a smile at a bar. “You will always be in my heart! I love you Adam,” Rick wrote, accompanied by a broken heart emoji.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report alarming statistics on overdose deaths, including a 56.6% rise in synthetic opioid-related deaths from January 2020 to 2021. Fentanyl, a Schedule II controlled substance, is particularly potent, with just two milligrams capable of being lethal depending on body size.
As the Harrison family navigates this difficult time, they are surrounded by love and support from those who knew Adam. Rest in peace, Adam Harrison.
