The Duck Dynasty family is mourning the loss of Phil Robertson.

The reality star, whose Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis was made public in December, has died, his family confirmed May 25. He was 79.

"We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord," Phil's daughter-in-law Korie Robertson, married to Willie Robertson, wrote on Facebook. "Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus. We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again."

"We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life," Korie continued. "We’re having a private service for now, but we’ll share details soon about a public celebration of his life."

Phil's granddaughter Sadie Robertson also paid tribute to him online. Reflecting on their final moments together, Sadie wrote on Instagram, "One of the last things he said to me was 'full strength ahead!' Amen!"

Phil's diagnosis was made public in December by his son, Jase Robertson.

“According to the doctors, they’re sure that he has some sort of blood disease that’s causing all kinds of problems,” he said on the Unashamed with the Robertson Family podcast. “It’s accelerated and it’s causing problems with his entire body.”

Jase added that Phil, who appeared on A&E's Duck Dynasty with his family from 2012 to 2017, was "not doing well. He’s really struggling.”

Last month, Jase shared an update on Phil's health.

“The number one question I get everywhere I go: ‘How’s your dad doing?’” he shared on the April 2 episode of the Unashamed with the Robertson Family. “Now, I’m just giving the blunt truth: I say, ‘Not good.’”

“We’re doing the best we can,” he added of his family, which includes mom Kay Robertson and brothers Alan Robertson and Jep Robertson. “I think that’s just what you do.”

Keep reading for more details on Phil's family, including his daughter Phyllis.

Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson discovered in 2020 that he fathered a daughter named Phyllis from an affair he had decades ago, leading him to reconnect with his lost child and take her duck hunting.

"So thankful God brought us together after all these years," Phyllis wrote on her Instagram that November. "His timing is perfect, and every day and new experience is a gift."

"This day ended my first duck season with a great hunt," Phyllis captioned this January 2021 snapshot. "And this day one year ago marks the beginning of my life with my real dad after learning paternity tests came back positive. Positive. Have there been ups and downs on this crazy ride? Yes. But we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose -Romans 8:28. I'm so very thankful this day and this one year anniversary ended on a positive note."

Phil and his wife Kay "Miss Kay" Robertson invited Phyllis and her husband to celebrate Easter with their side of the family—including his brother Si Robertson—in 2021. 

Phil taught Phyllis how to make mayhaw jelly in May 2021.

Phyllis celebrated her first Father's Day with Phil in 2021.

"Dad taught me how to make crawfish au gratin," she wrote on Instagram. "Delicious and memorable Father's Day, the first one I've ever spent with him."

Phyllis rang in Christmas 2021 with Phil and Miss Kay, as well as their adult kids Al Robertson, Jase Robertson, Willie Robertson and Jep Robertson.

The Robertson family went duck hunting in November 2022.

"That's a wrap! From NE Louisiana to SE Kansas, duck season 2022-23 is in the books," Phyllis wrote in February 2022. "Loved spending time with my dad and family and friends. We had theological discussions and enjoyed the wonder of nature. I built some new skills, helped with a missions fundraiser, and shared the Gospel. And we whacked and stacked some waterfowl! I'd call that a successful season."

"We wish you a joyous Easter as we celebrate the miracle of the resurrection, our hope in Jesus, and the promise of what's to come," Phil wrote on Instagram in April 2023. "We pray that our story is your story—that you'll find light and hope in the living Savior. Happy Easter from our family to yours!"

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