Matt Brown, known from Alaskan Bush People, has died at the age of 43 after his body was found in the Okanogan River in Washington on May 30, confirmed by his brother Bear Brown.
Bear shared the news on TikTok, saying their brother Noah helped recover and identify the body. While the official cause of death is still pending, Bear said he believes it may have been suicide, noting Matt had long struggled with addiction and mental health issues.
Authorities are still investigating the circumstances, including reports of a man seen in the river and a firearm found nearby.
Bear also asked the public to be respectful toward the family, especially their mother, during this difficult time, and to remember that online comments affect real people.