Deadliest Catch's Phil Harris Sadly Passes Away

 

UPDATE: February 9, 2010:

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our dad - Captain Phil Harris. Dad has always been a fighter and continued to be until the end. For us and the crew, he was someone who never backed down. We will remember and celebrate that strength. Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and prayers. - Jake and Josh Harris

Statement from Discovery:

Discovery mourns the loss of dear friend and colleague Captain Phil Harris. He was more than someone on our television screen. Phil was a devoted father and loyal friend to all who knew him. We will miss his straightforward honesty, wicked sense of humor and enormous heart. We share our tremendous sadness over this loss with the millions of viewers who followed Phil's every move. We send our thoughts and prayers to Phil's sons Josh and Jake and the Cornelia Marie crew.

UPDATE - February 3, 2010:

No one ever said Captain Phil Harris wasn't tough. Today, dad showed some good signs of improvement, squeezing our hands and even summoning his trademark Captain's bluntness by telling the doctors and nurses, "Don't f*ck up." We are encouraged but still very cautious. It is a long road ahead, but its made more bearable and comforting knowing your thoughts and prayers are with us. We are strong because of you -- our fans. Thanks and we will continue to update you as best we can going forward.

February 1, 2010:

Josh and Jake Harris thank everyone for their heartfelt thought and prayers. The Deadliest Catch community has always been more like family than just fans, and Discovery Channel joins the Harris boys in thanking everyone for their wishes of support. Captain Phil is resting comfortably and is in the care of excellent doctors and nurses. We will update everyone on his progress as best we can.

January 30, 2010:

Phil Harris suffered a stroke while in port off-loading from the F/V Cornelia Marie. He has been transported to a medical facility and is receiving the best care possible. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and we will make more information available as we know it.

Related links:

- Watch Phil Harris videos

- Visit the Deadliest Catch website

- Watch Deadliest Catch videos

Comments

[Tiffany Waite]

We Love you Phil!!!! Take it easy there big guy. Josh and Jake give your dad a huge hug from the Waites!!!!

[Kim]

Phil hang on there and get better soon !!! Massive love and hugs for you and your family. I know you can beat this, and no doubt he ready and fighting to take paart in the king crab season ! xxx
Love from bonnie scotland xxxx

[Jolanda]

Get well soon Phil.... Hope to see you soon on the show.
Love
Jo
Netherlands

[Linda]

I just heard this morning that Phil had a stroke. I was so shocked and upset. I just wanted to send my best and to let you know our thoughts are with all of you. Phil you hang in there. You are a hard nut to crack. Take care of yourself.

[Tracy C]

Hang it there Phil!
My mother had a stroke 8 years ago. Doctors said she would probably be a vegetable the rest of her life and we were preparing to let her go........in just 5 short months she not only attended my wedding, but danced as well. She is a perfect example of God's miracles. Keep strong, trust God, and let others take care of you. We are all praying for your quick recovery!! Love The Pykes from Ottawa

[Colin Mckay]

From the East Coast (PEI, Canada) to the West Coast. Get well Phil! you're a big part of the show!

[vicky]

Get well soon phil take it easy bud hope to see you soon on the show xxx
all our love vicky and family
Liverpool,England

[P Erik Nordli]

In my bad english language, i wish You Phil Harris , your family, the boat and the members of it. I realy hope You get fast as he** at Your boat again.
Sincerly Erik from Norway, that see up to You and Sig Hansen.
Take care

[michael swain]

Hang in there mate and get well soon. Thinking of all of you.

[jacco stern]

just a comment from a die hard viewer from the netherlands to say get well soon phil, and bring your f*cking ass back on your boat as fast as u can.

no kidding i hope you get well soon
and to the rest of "the family" stay tough

greetzzzz jacco
the netherlands (europe)

[Eelman]

Phil we hope you get well soon. Our prayers are with you and your family.
A freshwaterfisherman (colleague) from Holland

[christine]

merci à phil , josh et jake et l'equipage pour m'avoir fait partager vos joies .je suis de tout coeur avec vous pour cette peine
a bientoy
christine de france

[Diana]

My prayers are with you and your family, Phil. Hope you're feeling better soon!

[John creemers]

I was shocked when i red this but i wish him wel and i wish all the family members all the bests

John (netherlands)

[Jan Hensels.]

I was shocked i wish him wel Keep strong, trust in God.
Jan from the Netherlands.

[mark davies]

get well soon phil man. best wishes from england

[Jeroen]

Phil, you're my hero. Get better soon and keep on fishing.

Jeroen (Netherlands)

[mark davies]

agreed jeroen. one in a million. hope he gets better soon so we can see his ranting a raving on tv. thoughts are with all phils family and freinds

[joseph russell]

terribly sorry to hear of your stroke and am glad you are getting the best possible treatment. You will be back better than ever, lots of love from the russell family from new zealand. our thoughts are with you and your family good luck.

[miranda]

From Holland, Get well soon wish you and your boys all the luck!!

[Frank Troost]

Hi Phil,

I hope you will get well soon! Greatings and all the best for you and your 2 terrific sons from a fan in Germany!

[Colin]

hope you continue to improve and regain your full life again . love to you and yours from swansea south wales

[Birgit]

Hi Phil,
get well soon.All the best for you.

Greetz from Holland Birgit

[Dave Townsend]

I am a huge admirer of yours Phill and i hope you all the best in your recovery.

Dave from England

[Dave Townsend]

I am a huge admirer of yours Phill and i hope you all the best in your recovery.

Dave from England