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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.