‘Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch’ star Duane Ollinger dead at 68
Duane Ollinger, known for his role in the Discovery Channel series 'Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch,' has passed away at the age of 68. He died in a Texas hospital after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Ollinger was a beloved figure on the show, which focused on his quest for lost Aztec gold with his son Chad.
- ▪Duane Ollinger starred in the Discovery Channel series 'Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch.'
- ▪He died at the age of 68 following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
- ▪Ollinger was known for his engaging personality and was a fan-favorite on the show.
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Celebrity News ‘Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch’ star Duane Ollinger dead at 68 By Jolie Zenna Published June 3, 2026, 12:02 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Duane Ollinger, who starred on the Discovery Channel series “Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch,” has died. He was 68. The reality TV star died Tuesday at a Texas hospital following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a family source told TMZ. The Texas oilman was a fan-favorite on the show, which followed Duane and his son Chad on the hunt for a legendary cache of lost Aztec gold. Duane Ollinger, who starred on the Discovery Channel series “Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch,” has died.
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