DAKTOA Fred Hurt, the star of Gold Rush: White Water, died at the age of 80 following a brief cancer fight.
But who is his widowed wife, Jennifer Sheets, and do they have children? Here’s everything we know so far.
Who is Jennifer Sheets?
Before her death, Jennifer Sheets was the wife of reality star Dakota Fred Hurt.
She participated on his show, cooking for mining companies attempting to mine up gold in Haines Borough, Alaska’s creeks.
Jennifer kept a low profile before to her marriage to Fred, thus little is known about her early life.
When did Jennifer Sheets and Dakota Fred Hurt get married?
In 2016, the pair married in a secret ceremony attended by just close friends and family.
They appeared to have developed a pleasant life together and frequently shared photos of themselves on social media.
Jennifer was Fred’s third wife, following the breakdown of his marriage to an unknown lady and the death of his second wife, Lorrayne Lier, in 2015.
Do they have any children?
Fred and Jennifer both have children and grandchildren from previous marriages.
Dustin, Fred’s son, appeared in all six seasons of Gold Rush alongside his father.Jennifer’s children, Zack and Kayla, have also been on the popular show, as has Kayla’s husband, Paul Richardson, who has been with her since the beginning.
Jennifer’s children, Zack and Kayla, have also been on the popular show, as has Kayla’s husband, Paul Richardson, who has been with her since the beginning.
When did Dakota Fred Hurt die?
Daktoa Fred died on July 11, 2023, the day after his 80th birthday.
He had been diagnosed with brain cancer just four months beforehand.
His final Instagram post showed him enjoying a 4th of July parade.
The announcement of his death, posted to his Facebook page, read: “‘Dakota’ Fred Hurt passed away this morning surrounded by family.
“He fought courageously in his battle against cancer.
“Fred touched many lives and was loved and supported by many.”
The tribute asked readers to consider donating to the Mike Rowe Works Foundation, which trains youngsters in skilled labour through apprenticeships and job opportunities.
Fred began his television career on the original Gold Rush before anchoring Gold Rush: White Water from 2018 to 2023.
He also starred in Gold Rush: South America and Gold Rush: The Legend of Porcupine Creek, both spinoffs.
