Discovery Channel cameras will pick back up to capture the aftermath of “Deadliest Catch” star Todd Meadows’ tragic death, Page Six is told.
Trey John Green III, who was aboard the fishing vessel Aleutian Lady on the Bering Sea when Meadows fell overboard and died on Feb. 25, claimed to us on Tuesday that filming will resume before the week’s end.
“We are just touching home for 2-3 days then heading back to Dutch [Harbor in Alaska] to finish the season,” Green explained, noting that “Discovery was filming” when the incident occurred.
Green described Meadows, 25, as a “rock star” and said the crew’s fishing expedition was “a great story” that “unfortunately ended in tragedy.”
“We all did everything we could to save him, and out at sea that’s no easy task,” he lamented.
Notably, the Bering Sea is known for its shallow depth, volatile weather and extremely cold sea temperatures, making it one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world.
Reps for Discovery Channel did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment on the status of production for Season 22.
However, after news broke, the network said in a statement, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Todd Meadows. This is a devastating loss, and our hearts are with his loved ones, his crewmates and the entire fishing community during this incredibly difficult time.”
Earlier on Tuesday, a spokesperson for the US Coast Guard told Page Six that on Feb. 25 just after 5 p.m. local time, watch standers at the Arctic District command center in Juneau, Alaska, were notified that Meadows had fallen overboard approximately 170 miles north of Dutch Harbor.
We were told that the rookie deckhand was recovered from the water by crew members about 10 minutes later.
They administered first aid on the unresponsive crew member and attempted to resuscitate him, but were unsuccessful.
The crew then transported Meadows’ body to Dutch Harbor.
The USCG spokesperson added that the organization is currently investigating the situation, as it does with all marine casualties and accidents to uncover their causes and initiate necessary corrective actions.
Captain Rick Shelford announced Meadows’ death in a heartbreaking Facebook post over the weekend, describing it as “the most tragic day in the history of the Aleutian Lady on the Bering Sea.”
Shelford referred to Meadows, who was “the newest member of [their] crew,” as a “brother.”
“His love for fishing and his strong work ethic earned everyone’s respect right away. His smile was contagious, and the sound of his laughter coming up the wheelhouse stairs or over the deck hailer is something we will carry with us always,” Shelford shared.
“Todd’s love for his children, his family and his life was evident in everything he did. He worked hard, loved deeply and brought joy to those around him.”
Shelford noted that his heart is “broken in a way that words can’t fully express” before asking everyone to “lift Todd’s children and family in prayer and keep them in your thoughts as they face the days ahead without him.”
He concluded, “Todd will forever be part of this boat, this crew and this brotherhood. Though we lost him far too soon, his legacy will live on through his children and in every memory we carry of him. Rest easy brother, till we meet again.”
Meadows’ grandmother Ila Meadows reposted Shelford’s “genuine tribute” to her late grandson and thanked him for the “heartfelt, sentimental message.”
She also “liked” a comment asking whether Todd had fallen overboard and another one describing the waters as “treacherous.”
It’s unclear whether Discovery Channel cameras caught the ordeal on tape.
Todd’s loved one who launched the GoFundMe page asked for donations to “help support his three boys, assist with funeral expenses, and help ease the financial burden in the months ahead.”
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