Buck McNealy, host of the popular adventure series “The Outdoorsman,” passed away on Sunday, January 7, Fox News Digital confirmed. He was 63 years old.
In a eulogy for the late outdoor enthusiast, McNealy's son Max revealed that his father “passed away in his sleep.” on facebook.
“Words cannot describe the pain and loss our family is feeling at this time and it will never be the same,” he wrote. “Watching my dad die was like watching Superman die, because that's what he was to me. A true superhero, and there's no better role model for me than him.” did.
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Buck McNeely died Sunday, his son confirmed to Fox News Digital. (Buck McNeely)
“Even though Buck is gone, the show will go on because I've been preparing for this all my life. Just as he trained me in life, he's the best person I've ever worked with and in the world.” He also trained me in the family business by traveling around the country.'' 13 years. ”
“The Outdoorsman with Buck McNeely” first aired on the Tempo Network in 1987 and has since aired on FOX Sports, Outdoor Channel, USA Network and more.
“My father started the show 'The Outdoorsman' with Buck McNeely as a college project at SEMO and took it to heights that no one could have imagined, with more than 550 television stations airing his show around the world, and the world's largest… It became a syndicated outdoor show,” Max said. I have written.
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“On the air for nearly 40 years, he entertained and introduced different parts of the world for his fans. He loved them and whenever someone encountered him, he would I loved meeting them and talking about the show.”
McNeely is survived by his sons, Max and Rex; (Buck McNeely)
Max added, “His motto was always 'live big.' I'm going to carry on the legacy. It won't be easy, but nothing good in life comes easy.'' This is one of the countless lessons he has taught me over the years.
“Please call your parents and hold them tight because you really could have passed away like this. Thank you to everyone for your kind words and prayers. God bless you and live big!”
McNeely is survived by his wife, LaDonna, and sons, Max and Rex.
Fox News Digital's Larry Fink contributed to this report
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