Moonshine star Kenny Law has died at the age of 68

Kenny Law, who starred in the Discovery Channel’s documentary series Moonshine makersdied. He was 68.

Kenny’s death was announced via Facebook message Law’s Choice Distillery on Wednesday, January 15th.

“It is with sadness that we announce that Everett “Kenny” Lowe passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. 🕊️”, says the message. “We will announce his obituary as soon as possible. Thank you all for your love, support and prayers so far. ❤️‍🩹”

The post was accompanied by a photo of the third-generation distiller from Virginia sitting by a creek with a bottle of moonshine.

The cause of death has not been officially announced. Cousin Kenny however Henry Lawwho ran Law’s Choice Distillery with Kenny, told TMZ on Thursday, January 16, Kenny passed away at a local hospital after many health problems over the past few years.

According to Henry, Kenny suffered a heart attack in 2024 and was dealing with heart problems. In addition, he battled diabetes among his health struggles, per TMZ.

Kenny was best known for his starring role in Moonshine makerswhich premiered in 2011 and is currently in its 14th season. According to Discovery, the series follows “a diverse group of people who live in the Appalachian Mountains and carry on a 200-year-old tradition of moonshine-making passed down from their ancestors.”

Kenny Moonshine makers Castor Amanda Bryant32, paid tribute to the late distiller via social media.

“Last night we lost a true legend, Kenny Law to our moonshine family,” she wrote via Facebook. “You will be greatly missed, it was an honor to know you and call you my friend. Rest up, big guy.”

She added: “Prayers for the entire Law family at this time. They are my dear friends and my heart breaks for each and every one of them. Rest In Peace, Kenny Law. Always with great respect.”

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Official Moonshine makers A Facebook page also paid tribute to Kenny with a touching message following his death.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Kenny Law. He has been a valued member of our Moonshiners community since season eight,” the post read. “We offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Shine on, Kenny.”

According to the obituary, Kenny is survived by “a daughter and a son-in-law, Kenzie and Nathan Wright; grandsons, Atlas and Fox Wright; brothers David Law and Ronnie (Susan) Law; cousin Henry Lee Law who was like a brother to him; and many beloved aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins.”