Fred Dodge, known for his role in the Discovery Channel’s Gold Rush series, has recently experienced significant weight loss, which has raised concerns among fans and supporters about his health.
Gold Rush has been a popular show on Discovery since it first aired in 2010, and its success has led to several spin-offs. One of these spin-offs is Gold Rush: Freddy Dodge’s Mine Rescue. In this show, Dodge, a fan favorite from the original Gold Rush, uses his extensive mining expertise to help struggling mine operators find gold. He travels across the country, offering his skills and knowledge to those who have had trouble striking it rich.
Did Freddy Dodge Have Cancer?
In the new season of Gold Rush: Freddy Dodge’s Mine Rescue, fans have noticed that Freddy Dodge appears significantly slimmer than usual, sparking concerns that he might be dealing with a serious health issue, such as cancer.
It’s important to note that there hasn’t been any official confirmation about Dodge having cancer. His weight loss could be due to a number of factors, such as the physical demands of his job or a personal choice to focus on his health.
For some context, Dodge did have a scare with cancer back in 2017. At that time, after undergoing several tests—some of which were shown on Gold Rush—it was revealed that he was cancer-free and the scare turned out to be a false alarm.
Now in its third season, Gold Rush: Freddy Dodge’s Mine Rescue remains a popular show, thanks in part to Dodge’s approachable personality. The latest episode featured Dodge and his partner Juan Ibarra helping a couple in Montana who were struggling to find gold on their land. Dodge and Ibarra stepped in to provide much-needed assistance.
You can catch new episodes of Gold Rush: Freddy Dodge’s Mine Rescue on Max.
