Darrell Sheets, star of reality TV hit 'Storage Wars,' dies at 67
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Darrell Sheets, a 67-year-old star of the reality TV series “Storage Wars,” was found dead at his Arizona home from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, with his death currently under investigation.
- Sheets was known on the show as “the gambler” for his risky auction bids and appeared in 163 episodes since the series debuted in 2010, eventually valuing the adventure over collecting valuable items.
- Co-star Brandi Passante expressed condolences and used the occasion to raise awareness about suicide prevention, urging those struggling to seek help by calling 988 for counseling and resources.
- Sheets is survived by his son, Brandon Sheets, who also appeared on “Storage Wars,” and his daughter, Tiffany Sheets; A&E has not yet commented on his passing.
