Pawn Stars: Why Did Corey Harrison Quit The Show? Real Reason Revealed!

Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison, best known for Pawn Stars, has officially called off his time at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop. After a long run of 23 seasons, Corey announced that he won’t return to the show, even if the show is revived. This marks the end of an era for fans who have grown up watching him on screen. 

Rick informed that the show has aired 23rd seasons till 2024 and is no longer under contract with the History Channel. He also hinted at the possibility of the show’s revival. Corey, the 41-year-old star, said he was stepping back from his role. Instead, he has opted for a more private life, distancing himself from the spotlight and the fast-paced world of the pawn shop.

Pawn Stars: Corey Harrison’s Personal Struggles Beyond The Spotlight

In his personal life, Corey has experienced numerous ups and downs. He married twice, divorcing first his high school sweetheart, Charlene, and later Korina “Kiki” Harrison. For now, Corey has remained private about his current relationship, hinting at a shift in his life that is outside the spotlight.

In 2023, Las Vegas police arrested Corey for DUI, bringing him into legal trouble. As police reported, his car was swerving between lanes and noted a “strong odor of alcohol”. Corey insisted that he had only had one drink hours earlier. He spent eight hours in custody before being released and vowed to fight the charges.

Pawn Stars: Corey Harrison Exits The Show After 23 Seasons

Corey Harrison, a longtime cast member of Pawn Stars, has decided to leave the show. He said leaving the show was not an impulsive choice but a result of years of reflection. “At this stage of the game, we’re all playing a character,” he admitted earlier this year. “I can’t play another season of 41-year-old me pretending to be 23.”

Corey explained the gratitude he feels towards the show, as it has given him incredible opportunities. But the pressure of filming and maintaining a tv version of himself has taken a toll on his life. Unlike his father, Rick, who will continue working until the day he collapses, Corey looks at life differently. “At some point, you’ve got to prepare for the end,” he said. “I’d be stupid not to be prepared.”

Pawn Stars’ Corey has decided to relocate to Tulum, Mexico. He has started to enjoy a life away from  Las Vegas and reality television. He lives a more grounded life in Mexico. The celeb said, “The police come by once or twice a day to check on things, get photos with me. I never thought I’d be hanging out with cops and politicians in Mexico,”

This fresh start has allowed Corey to live life on his own terms, A life with no camera, no scripts, and no obligation to maintain a reality TV persona. Corey wants to take a break from the spotlight and reinvent himself. Keep coming back to TV Season & Spoilers for all the latest reality TV updates.