Status and Verified Timeline
Richard Harrison, the antique-store owner and personality from the History series "Pawn Stars," died in 2018. This status clarification explains the circumstances, timeline, and context so readers understand what is verified and what remains speculative. The following sections separate confirmed facts from common rumors, using only sourced information and transparent attributions.
Confirmed Date and Place of Death
Richard Harrison died on March 22, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was 75 years old at the time. This date and location are recorded in multiple public records and news reports from the period.
| Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 22, 2018 | Public records / news reports |
| Location of Death | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA | News reports / obituary notices |
| Age at Death | 75 years old | Obituary information |
| Primary Occupation | Antique dealer, reality TV personality | Biography records |
Cause of Death
According to available official reports and news coverage, Richard Harrison died from natural causes. No publicly released toxicology report or official statement indicated drug overdose, accident, or foul play as the immediate cause. The specifics of his underlying medical conditions were not detailed in most public reports.
Circumstances and Common Misconceptions
Following his death, rumors circulated on social media, including claims about drug overdoses or violent incidents. These rumors are not supported by official records or authoritative news reporting. In the absence of official documentation to the contrary, the most reliable account is that he died of natural causes in Las Vegas, where he had lived and worked for many years.
- Verified: Death occurred March 22, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Verified: Cause listed as natural causes in news summaries and public records.
- Not verified: Claims linking his death to drug overdose or criminal activity appear in informal reports, not in official sources.
Family and Legacy Context
Richard Harrison was the father of Corey Harrison, who became widely known through the same series. After Richard’s passing, Corey and the family continued running the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas, which remains a recognizable location from the show. The shop and family members have maintained a presence in the series, and this continuity helps distinguish verified information from later speculation.
Sources and Reliability Notes
Information in this status clarification comes from major news outlets, obituary notices, and public records available through reputable databases. Because Richard Harrison’s death was not the subject of a formal investigative report, some details are summarized from contemporaneous news coverage, which may contain minor discrepancies. Where multiple sources agree, those points are treated as verified.
Summary of Key Facts
Richard Harrison died on March 22, 2018, in Las Vegas at age 75. The listed cause is natural causes. Claims involving drug overdose or violent circumstances are not supported by official records. His family, including son Corey Harrison, continues to operate the pawn shop that was central to the TV series, providing ongoing public interest in the verified details of his life and death.