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‘Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch’ Star Duane Ollinger Dies at 68

Co-star Ryan Skinner said Ollinger died after ALS and multiple strokes, and Discovery’s sixth season has continued with a new lead.

  • On Wednesday, June 3, Duane Ollinger, star of Discovery's 'Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch,' died at 68 in an Amarillo, Texas, ICU from respiratory failure due to pneumonia while battling ALS.
  • The Discovery Channel series premiered in 2021, following Ollinger and his son Chad as they investigated strange phenomena and searched for ancient Aztec gold in the Uinta Basin, Utah.
  • Season six premiered last week with treasure hunter Josh Feldman taking the lead search role after Ollinger fell ill from complications following multiple strokes over the past couple of years.
  • Co-Star Ryan Skinner remembered Ollinger for 'his humor, his intelligence, and the way he could make light of any situation,' while Emery Smith praised his 'relentless humor' and kindness.
  • A Discovery Channel spokesperson stated Ollinger 'leaves behind a legacy of curiosity and determination,' while the network extended condolences to his family and friends for his passing.
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‘Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch’ Star Duane Ollinger Dies at 68

His friends and costars pay tribute.

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