Overview
- Captain Rick Shelford announced the Feb. 25 death on Facebook, calling it the most tragic day in the history of the Aleutian Lady.
- Discovery Channel confirmed Meadows’ passing and issued a statement offering condolences to his family, crewmates and the fishing community.
- Multiple outlets report the incident occurred during production for Season 22, though it remains unconfirmed whether cameras captured it.
- A GoFundMe organized for Meadows’ family says he died while crabbing in Alaskan waters and notes he is survived by three sons.
- Shelford described Meadows as the newest crew member who quickly became family, with tributes continuing as details of the incident remain under review.