Work hard with your hands doing something that’s good so that your life will win the respect. Phil Alexander Robertson was an American professional hunter, businessman, founder of Duck Commander Company, and reality television star on the popular television series Duck Dynasty. He was also featured on the television show Duck Commander, a hunting program on the outdoor channel.

He served as patriarch of the Duck Dynasty Robertson family. Robertson was born on April 24th, 1946 in Vivian, Louisiana. He was the fifth of seven children of Merritt and James Robertson. Because of financial setbacks during his childhood, the family lived in rugged conditions, having no electricity, toilet, or bathtub.

The family rarely went into town to buy groceries and instead lived off of the fruits and vegetables they grew in their garden, the meat from deer, squirrels, fish, and other game they hunted and fished, and the pigs, chickens, and cattle they raised. In his book, Happy, Happy, Happy, Robertson recalls that it was the 1950s when I was a young boy, but we lived like it was the 1850s.

But we were always happy, happy, happy no matter the circumstances. Robertson was all state in football, baseball, and track in high school, which afforded him the opportunity to attend Louisiana Tech in Rustin on a football scholarship in the late 1960s. At Tech, he played first string quarterback for the Bulldogs ahead of Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw, the first overall pick in the 1970 NFL draft.

When he arrived at Tech in 1966, Bradshaw caused a media frenzy on account of his reputation of being a football sensation from nearby Shriveport. Robertson was a year ahead of Bradshaw and was the starter for two seasons in 1966 and 1967 and chose not to play in 1968. In his time at Louisiana Tech, Robertson completed 179 of 411 passing attempts for 2,237 yards.

He threw 12 touchdowns, but had 34 interceptions. It was thought Robertson had the potential for a pro career, but Robertson was more interested in hunting. When Paul Harvey approached Robertson with a recruitment to play professionally for the Washington Redskins, he declined because football conflicted with his hunting. Additionally, football was only about holding up his scholarship to him, while Bradshaw practically lived and breathed the sport. Robertson put it this way.

Terry went for the Bucks and I chased after the Ducks. Despite his athletic prowess and potential for a professional football career, Robertson chose to walk away from football, prioritizing his love of the outdoors, hunting, and his personal values over fame and fortune. After college, Phil became a teacher and later earned a master’s degree in education in the 1970s.

Dissatisfied with the duck calls available on the market, Robertson invented his own, founding Duck Commander in 1972. His calls mimicked the real sound of ducks more accurately, making them popular among hunters. Though the business started modestly, it steadily grew, driven by Phil’s hands-on approach and passion for hunting.

His son, Willie Robertson, later expanded the company, turning it into a multi-million dollar enterprise. Phil’s rugged, unapologetically traditional lifestyle caught the attention of television producers, leading to the creation of Duck Dynasty, which premiered on A&E in 2012. The show featured Phil, his wife Kay, their sons, and other family members running the Duck Commander business while navigating family life rooted in conservative Christian values.

Phil quickly became a fan favorite due to his non-nonsense demeanor, backwards wisdom, and frequent reflections on faith and morality. The show was a massive success, running for 11 seasons and becoming one of the most watched non-fiction series in cable television history. It turned the Robertson family into household names and brought Phil into the national spotlight, where he became both a cultural icon and a subject of controversy.

Phil Robertson’s outspoken Christian beliefs became central to his public persona. He became a prominent figure among Christian conservatives, often speaking about his faith, the Bible, and moral decline in America. In 2013, he faced suspension from Duck Dynasty after making controversial remarks in a GQ magazine interview regarding homosexuality and sin.

The suspension was shortlived due to massive public support, especially from conservative and Christian audiences. Beyond television, Phil has written several books including Happy, Happy, Happy, Unpa Childard, and Jesus Politics, sharing his life story, faith journey, and political views. He also stars in his own podcast, Unashamed with Phil Robertson, where he discusses biblical teachings, family life, and cultural issues.

Throughout his career, Phil Robertson has remained deeply committed to his faith, family, and outdoor lifestyle. Whether building a duck call empire, leading a reality TV phenomenon, or preaching the gospel, Robertson has forged a unique path that blends business, entertainment, and ministry. Personal life and death. Robertson and Marsha Miss K.

Carowway started dating in 1964 as high school sweethearts. The couple was married in 1966 and their first son Alan was born while they were attending college. Robertson was a devout Christian, a member of an elder at the Whites Fairy Road Church of Christ in West Monroe and was outspoken about his beliefs. He had various personal problems in his 20s, including excessive alcohol drinking, causing a separation in the marriage for a period, and he credited a subsequent religious awakening for his having been able to overcome the problems. Robertson

opposed abortion and called it a violation of the Declaration of Independence. He frequently spoke about the issue during public appearances. In 2013, alongside joint author Mark Schllaybach, Robertson published a memoir titled Happy, Happy. On May 28th, 2020, it was revealed that Robertson had learned he had a daughter named Phyllis from an Affair in the 1970s.

In September 2023, a biographical film on the early life of Robertson, the Blind, was released in theaters. Robertson’s family announced he had died at the age of 79 on May 25th, 2025 following his Alzheimer’s diagnosis in 2024. His daughter-in-law said a private service and a public celebration of life will be held. May he rest in peace. Thanks so much for watching.

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