Matt Brown, 43, Found Dead in River, Likely Suicide
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- Matt Brown was a star of Discovery’s docudrama series “Alaskan Bush People” and was found dead in a nearby river, with his age reported as 43.
- Bear Brown announced his brother’s death in a TikTok video posted Saturday night, stating the body was positively identified as Matt.
- Noah Brown was present at the scene, helped pull Matt’s body from the water, and confirmed his identity.
- Bear Brown indicated the injury appears self‑inflicted and suggested suicide, though a coroner investigation is pending.
- Coroner will examine the case to determine the official cause of death.
Why it matters: Fans of ‘Alaskan Bush People’ lose a beloved cast member, while the show faces potential production impacts and the family confronts a tragic loss; the pending coroner review may shape public perception of the death and could influence future casting decisions.
