Uncle Si Robertson, the beloved star of Duck Dynasty, recently sparked concern among his fans. While his latest Instagram post was meant to honor fallen soldiers on Memorial Day, many of his followers were more focused on something else, his health.
In the post, Uncle Si paid tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for America. The message was heartfelt, and the majority of the comments were supportive of his Memorial Day tribute. However, a few fans couldn’t help but notice that he was hooked up to oxygen in the video.
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For those who don’t know, Si Robertson is Phil Robertson’s younger brother. He became a breakout star on Duck Dynasty, the hit reality show on A&E that followed the Robertson family and their business, Duck Commander. Si’s quirky personality and hilarious one-liners made him a fan favorite.
Before becoming a TV star, Uncle Si served in the Army for 25 years. He retired from the military in 1993. Even with his tough past, recent health issues have caused some worry among his fans.
Uncle Si Underwent Lung Surgery
Two years ago, Uncle Si opened up about his lung problems. He revealed that he had been struggling with breathing issues for a while. Fans noticed that he had been using oxygen from time to time, especially during his appearances on his podcast, Duck Call Room.
Taste of Country reported that, in June 2022, Uncle Si shared some big news with his fans. He was approved for a surgery that would help his lungs. The procedure involved inserting valves into one of his under-performing lungs to help it function better.
Si also admitted that much of his breathing trouble was caused by smoking for 40 years. He said that his years of smoking, particularly during his time in Vietnam, had taken a toll on his lungs.
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Thankfully, the surgery went well. Three months after the operation, Uncle Si shared that he was feeling better.
He even joked about being more or less back to work, despite needing to take it easy sometimes. He also had cataract surgery at the end of 2022, adding to the list of health challenges he’s faced.
It’s clear that his health issues have been ongoing for quite some time, but he has always seemed to handle it with humor and grace.
Uncle Si Changed His Look for the First Time in 31 Years
Uncle Si has always been open about his personal life on his podcast. Recently, he shared another big life event with his listeners.
In June 2024, he revealed that he had trimmed his hair and beard for the first time in 31 years. Fans of Duck Dynasty will remember Uncle Si’s long, wild beard as one of his trademarks.
But now, he’s sporting a new look, a clean shave on the sides with a thick goatee in the middle. His co-hosts even called it a “mudflap” during the podcast episode.
Why the big change? According to Uncle Si, he just felt like mixing things up. After more than three decades of the same look, he decided it was time for something different.
Even though he’s dealing with health challenges, Uncle Si continues to entertain his fans. Whether it’s on his podcast or social media, he still finds ways to make people laugh.
However, his ongoing fragility has left some fans worried. Many have started asking for prayers for Uncle Si, hoping that he stays strong through these challenges.
It’s clear that Uncle Si’s health has been a concern for some time, but his fans are hopeful. His surgery in 2022 was a success, and despite needing oxygen on and off, he remains active in his work. However, seeing him slower than usual and hooked up to oxygen in the recent Instagram post led many to express their concern.
His followers have always appreciated his openness and honesty. His down-to-earth attitude, even while dealing with serious health problems, has endeared him to fans even more. Now, they are hoping and praying for his full recovery.
Uncle Si Retired from Duck Dynasty
Uncle Si has been a part of many people’s lives through Duck Dynasty. His sense of humor and unique personality have made him a household name.
His popularity with fans, as well as his business success, has helped him amass an impressive fortune. Through his work on reality shows and revenues from his book sales and royalties, online outlets have reported that Uncle Si has accumulated a net worth of around $8 million.
When Duck Dynasty ended, Uncle Si retired from his job at Duck Commander. However, in 2022, Uncle Si reappeared on our screens with the launch of a new reality show.
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DCK Family Treasure premiered on Fox Nation in June 2022. The show follows Murry Crowe and Jase and Jep Robertson as they embark on metal-detecting activities with Uncle Si directing them from the Duck Commander studio. The idea of the show started on a podcast when Jase revealed that he had gotten into metal detecting as a hobby.
While promoting the show in July last year, Jep and Jase appeared on Fox News Saturday Night. During their interview, they revealed that Uncle Si didn’t do much on the show except drink tea.
Fans Have Sent Si Their Support
After trying his hand at so many careers throughout his long life, it’s no wonder Uncle Si is starting to take it a little easy. Now more than ever, fans are praying for Uncle Si to slow down and take care of himself.
Some fans have also suggested that it’s important to remember that Uncle Si has faced health challenges before and bounced back. After all, he’s known for his tough spirit and determination. His lung surgery in 2022 was a big step toward improving his breathing, and he’s continued to work and stay active since then.
Even someone as tough as Uncle Si needs prayers and support from time to time. So, while fans continue to enjoy his stories and laugh at his jokes, they’re also sending their thoughts and prayers his way.
Uncle Si has given so much to his fans over the years. Now, they’re ready to give back by offering their support.
For now, all we can do is hope for the best for Uncle Si. He may be facing some health challenges, but he’s never let anything slow him down before.
Hopefully, with his family there to support him, he’ll pull through his current struggles like the Robertsons always have. His brother, Phil, was forced to leave Duck Dynasty after making some homophobic remarks to GQ.
Although the show continued for another three seasons, its popularity was badly damaged. Through all of the controversy the scandal brought on, the Robertsons refused to give up on each other.
With the support of his fans and loved ones, it’s likely that Uncle Si will keep fighting and keep making us all laugh for years to come.
