Tracy Harrison Has Died at Age 61
The former spouse of Pawn Stars figure Rick Harrison passed away while in hospice care for brain cancer.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Weddings
Tracy Harrison, who was married to Pawn Stars personality Rick Harrison from 1986 until their divorce in 2011, died on September 16, 2026. She was 61 years old and had been receiving hospice care for brain cancer.
Why it matters
The death marks the end of a long-standing personal history for a figure central to one of the most recognizable media brands based in the Las Vegas Valley. Rick Harrison remains a fixture in the local resort and business community as the star of the long-running television program.
Tracy Harrison died at age 61 following her 25-year marriage to Rick Harrison, which began in 1986 and ended in 2011. The circumstances regarding her final days in hospice care have been confirmed, though specific facility details remain undisclosed.
The players
Tracy Harrison
The deceased was a former spouse of Rick Harrison who passed away after receiving hospice care.
Rick Harrison
The Las Vegas resident and Pawn Stars television personality underwent emergency bypass surgery in September 2026.
Agripina Polushkin
The spouse of Rick Harrison married the television personality in early 2026.
The details
Tracy Harrison spent her final days in hospice treatment due to a battle with brain cancer. Her former spouse, Rick Harrison, also experienced health challenges recently, undergoing emergency heart surgery involving a bypass procedure in September 2026. Rick Harrison previously married Agripina Polushkin earlier this year, with ceremonies held in January 2026.
Timeline
1986: Rick and Tracy Harrison began their marriage.
January 3, 2026: Rick Harrison married Agripina Polushkin.
January 26, 2026: Rick Harrison held a second wedding ceremony in Cancun.
September 16, 2026: Tracy Harrison died.
Beyond the Strip
The public life of Rick Harrison is tied to the 23-season broadcast run of Pawn Stars, a show that has turned his Las Vegas shop into a landmark. This loss represents a major transition in the private life of a man whose career has been a fixture of local media for over two decades.
There are no public services or community events announced at this time for local residents to attend. Those following the Pawn Stars program may note the personal challenges currently impacting the production's lead family.
The takeaway
The family has moved through several high-profile personal milestones this year, including recent weddings and emergency medical procedures. Residents may continue to watch for official statements regarding the family's activities as they navigate this period.
Further reading
For more on the evolving family ties of Las Vegas public figures, see our Weddings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Al.
