Oct 25, 2025 · Days after Balelo was arrested on a methamphetamine charge in February 2013, he was found dead inside one of his vehicles, per the Los Angeles Times. It was ruled that he had taken his …

May 26, 2025 · Weiss' injuries landed him in the ICU, where he had to undergo several surgeries on his back and femur. Luckily, he survived the incident, and after a lengthy rehabilitation process, he later …

Jun 7, 2025 · Dave Hester, known as one of the most controversial bidders on Storage Wars, is set to make his comeback for season 16, which will air in June 2025.

Jul 20, 2022 · According to USA Today, in December 2012, and after three seasons, Hester was fired from the show. He sued network A&E and Original Productions for $750,000, citing wrongful …

Nov 17, 2025 · The tragic news farewell to a beloved storage wars cast member refers to the passing of dave hester, a fan favorite and prominent figure on the a&e reality television series. Dan and laura …

Oct 30, 2025 · Scroll down for a refresh on why Hester left the show. Why did Dave Hester leave Storage Wars? Hester did not participate in Storage Wars from Seasons 13 to 15 because of health...

Apr 23, 2023 · As reported by multiple outlets, in 2018, Dave Hester suffered a hemorrhagic stroke and was subsequently rushed to the hospital where doctors diagnosed him with sleep apnea.

Since it first went on the air in 2010, A&E’s reality competition show Storage Wars has captivated the nation. But it’s not just the hidden treasure inside these units that shocks viewers ...

Sep 3, 2023 · He appeared regularly from Seasons 2 through 4. Unfortunately, he died by suicide on February 11, 2013. A few days prior to his death, he was arrested for "being under the influence of a...

Aug 19, 2025 · While initial rumors suggested creative differences, the truth was revealed to be his health concerns. Hester faced a series of personal challenges, including a stroke, which significantly …