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Todd Meadows Dead: Discovery Channel Star, 25, Dies Suddenly During Filming

Todd Meadows, 25, died working on the Aleutian Lady in the Bering Sea; a fundraiser has raised over $11,000 to support his three sons and family.

  • On Monday, it was announced that 25-year-old deckhand Todd Meadows died at sea aboard the Aleutian Lady during crabbing operations, officials confirmed.
  • The 25-year-old deckhand Todd Meadows reportedly died on February 25 after joining the crew in May 2025, during crabbing operations in the Bering Sea.
  • Rick Shelford said crew and family posted tributes calling him 'our brother' and praising his love for his children.
  • Support has focused on helping Meadows' three boys with funeral and expenses, and TMZ reported the GoFundMe campaign has raised over $11,000.
  • TMZ reported the incident occurred while filming for Deadliest Catch, though it is unknown whether footage captured it.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, March 2, 2026.
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