A cast member’s passing left the whole crew in mourning

Fans were left in the dark about Todd Kochutin’s disappearance from ‘Deadliest Catch.’ In the last episode of season 16, it was revealed he had tragically passed away in February 2021 at 30 due to a fatal accident on F/V Patricia Lee, leaving fans heartbroken.

It might be easier to get on the water than the show suggests

Obtaining a fishing license in Alaska isn’t as hard as you might think. With $200, you can get one, even if you lack experience. But when lives are at stake on the sea, having knowledgeable crewmates is crucial. Good for TV, not for real life.

Sig Hansen had two close calls with heart attacks

Sig Hansen, the famous captain, had not one but two heart attacks. The first was in 2016, and he was fortunate to survive. The second, in 2018, was due to a severe allergic reaction. He barely made it to the hospital in time, and thanks to an EpiPen, he pulled through.

Feleti “Freddy” Maugatai is pretty quick with his fists

Freddy Maugatai, a fisherman from ‘Deadliest Catch,’ had a run-in with the law when he got into a fight with a husband and wife in 2011. He claimed self-defense but was arrested. Later, he was fired from his ship, leaving him with free time to pursue other interests.