The Robertson family has always been about faith, family, and the outdoors—and lately, they’ve needed all three more than ever. Phil Robertson, the 78-year-old patriarch of the Duck Dynasty clan, is battling some serious health challenges, including early-stage Alzheimer’s and what doctors believe is a blood disease. His son Jase, always the straight shooter, gave fans an unfiltered update this week, and let’s just say—he didn’t sugarcoat anything.
“Tell you the truth, it hasn’t been good,” Jase said bluntly. No PR spin, no Hollywood gloss—just the honest, gritty reality of what the Robertsons are going through. And that kind of honesty is exactly why millions of Americans love this family. They’ve never pretended to be anything other than what they are: hardworking, God-fearing folks who built a business, shared their lives on TV, and stood up for their values—whether the media liked it or not.
Jase went on to say that he and his siblings are focused on making Phil and their mother, Miss Kay, as comfortable as possible. Kay, 77, recently faced her own scare, recovering from a dangerous infection following a fall. “She was really not doing good,” Jase said, though he noted she’s had a better week. “We’re doing the best we can. So I think that’s just what you do.” That right there is the Robertson way—faith, family, and grit, no matter what life throws at you.
"President Trump pulled out of his pocket that same gospel presentation that my dad had given to him four years before." @JaseDuckman tells a story of his Dad, Phil Robertson, sharing the gospel with President Trump. pic.twitter.com/SIGAEROjxe
— Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey (@RelatablewABS) February 25, 2025
And even though Phil’s facing a debilitating illness, he’s still got that unbreakable spirit. According to Jase, his dad has talked about returning to the family’s podcast, despite his health. “I’m like, ‘Well Phil, you can barely walk around without crying out in pain, and your memory is not what it once was,’” Jase said. Phil’s response? “‘Tell me about it.’” Classic Phil—tough, humble, and ready to keep going.
This is a man who stood up for Biblical values in a time when doing so got you canceled. A man who unapologetically spoke truth, even when it rattled the woke crowd. And now, in the toughest battle of his life, he’s still fighting. The Robertsons haven’t asked for pity—they’ve asked for prayers. And judging by the outpouring of love on social media, they’re getting plenty.
In a world filled with artificial celebrities and moral relativism, the Robertson family remains a rare example of integrity, honesty, and faith through adversity. Keep them in your prayers—they’d do the same for you.
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