We’re sharing some heartbreaking news today for all the Pawn Stars fans out there. Rick Harrison’s mother, Joanne Harrison, has passed away at 85 years old. The Harrison family is facing yet another devastating loss, coming just over a year after Rick’s son Adam tragically died from an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2024. According to Rick’s representative, Joanne passed away at a Las Vegas hospital, and the reality star is understandably keeping things private as he grieves this tremendous loss.
This marks the loss of both parents for Rick, who previously lost his father Richard ‘The Old Man’ Harrison back in 2018 to Parkinson’s disease. The Harrison family has certainly faced more than their share of heartbreak in recent years, with the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop becoming a household name while the family behind it navigated unimaginable personal tragedies. For those who’ve followed the show since its 2009 debut, watching the family dynamics unfold has been part of what made Pawn Stars so compelling.
Despite these heartbreaking losses, Rick had been moving forward with his life and recently found happiness with his fiancée Angie Polushkin. In what must have been a beautiful moment of hope amidst the grief, Rick proposed with a stunning 6.5-carat ring sourced from his famous pawn shop – a touching full-circle moment for the man who’s spent his life around precious items and their stories.
Our thoughts are with Rick and the entire Harrison family during this incredibly difficult time.
For Memphis viewers who’ve spent countless hours watching Pawn Stars on History Channel, Rick Harrison has become like family. His straight-talking demeanor and expertise in the pawn business made him a beloved television personality, and seeing him face these personal tragedies hits close to home for many in our community who understand the importance of family bonds.
While we typically focus on music news here at Q107.5, the Harrison family’s story resonates because it’s about the universal experiences of love, loss, and resilience that connect us all. Whether you’re a die-hard Pawn Stars fan or just someone who appreciates real human stories, this is a moment to send positive thoughts to a family that’s brought entertainment to millions while facing unimaginable personal challenges behind the scenes.
Rest in peace, Joanne Harrison.