'Moonshiners' star Kenny Law passes away at the age of 68.
The television series "Moonshiners" first aired in 2011 and continued for 14 seasons.
"Moonshiners" star Kenny Law has died. He was 68.
The show's official Facebook account shared the news Thursday.
Kenny Law, a cherished member of our Moonshiners community since season eight, has passed away, leaving us deeply saddened.
"Kenny, we offer our heartfelt sympathies to your family and loved ones. May you find peace and comfort in this difficult time."
A cause of death has not been publicly revealed.
The Discovery Channel series "Moonshiners" featured Law as a regular participant, showcasing individuals who crafted their own moonshine in the Appalachian region of the United States.
"We’re deeply saddened about Kenny Law’s passing. He was a treasured member of our Moonshiners community since season eight." — 'Moonshiners'
The show debuted in 2011 and ran for 14 seasons.
For over 60 years, the Law family has been producing whiskey at Law's Choice Distillery in Virginia, which they operate with their cousin, Henry Law.
Law grew up making and running moonshine with his cousin Henry, under the guidance of his uncle, the world-famous moonshiner, Amos Law.
Since childhood, Henry and Kenny have stood by each other. When prosecutors presented Kenny with the option to betray his fellow moonshiners or face imprisonment, he chose the same path as his cousin, Henry, upholding the code of silence and accepting years of federal imprisonment.
Other notable stars on the show include Mark Ramsey, Tim Smith, Digger Manes, and Amanda Bryant.
Bryant took to Instagram Wednesday to honor him.
"Kenny Law, a True Moonshine Legend, passed away last night," she captioned.
Your absence will be deeply felt, as it was a privilege to know you and consider you my friend. Rest in peace, dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Law family during this difficult time. They are all dear friends of mine, and I am heartbroken for each of them.
"Rest In Peace Kenny Law Much Respect to you Always."
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