Sig Hansen from Deadliest Catch has successfully overcome a major health crisis that could impact his long-term career plans. The popular Discovery show premiered in 2005, showcasing the journey of crab fishermen as they face high-stakes jobs and hazardous conditions. Sig has been one of Deadliest Catch’s most iconic stars, a 59-year-old Seattle native who grew up as a commercial fisherman.
He eventually became the captain of the F/V Northwestern, debuting on Deadliest Catch in 2005. Sig’s experience and skills made him stand out on the show, earning respect for being part of a family of Norwegian fishermen.
Sig shared some memorable moments in Deadliest Catch. He impressed fans with his traditional approach, relying on maps and instincts rather than technology. Sig’s close relationship with his brothers, Edgar and Norman Hansen, revealed his emotional side, making him relatable.
While Sig had a strict leadership style, he also showed strong support for his crew. He earned a reputation as a great leader, always ensuring that the F/V Northwestern had high catch rates. Sadly, health problems in later seasons affected his career as a fisherman.
Sig Had A Heart Attack
Doctors Had To Perform An Angioplasty On Sig
Sig faced critical health issues in his 50s. Almost a decade ago, the Discovery star suffered his first heart attack. The health scare occurred shortly after filming Deadliest Catch season 12. Luckily, he was at home at the time, making it easier for his wife, June, to take him to the hospital.
Doctors confirmed that Sig had suffered a heart attack due to blocked arteries and performed an angioplasty to clear the blockage. In 2018, Sig had a second heart attack, further complicating his situation and putting his future as a fisherman in jeopardy.
Sig Quit Smoking After That Scary Event
Sig Was Able To Overcome His Addiction To Smoking
Sig’s heart issues are a result of several lifestyle choices he has made from a young age.
His smoking habit was a major factor in his heart attack, which had a negative impact on his career. After experiencing his first heart attack, Sig made the life-changing decision to quit his addictions.
According to his interview with TMZ, he was able to give up smoking, which greatly improved his quality of life. Sig used nicotine patches and gum to reduce his dependence on tobacco gradually. He also stopped consuming alcohol, as it had previously triggered his smoking habit.
Is Sig Still Appearing On The Show?
Sig Will Feature In Deadliest Catch Season 21
Sig is a prominent figure on the show and will be featured in Deadliest Catch season 21. While his daughter, Mandy, is gradually increasing her involvement on the boat in preparation to take over, Sig remains quite active on the F/V Northwestern.
It’ll be interesting to see how Sig will plan out his retirement from the fishing industry. It’ll surely be a challenge for him to transition away from this lifestyle and career, even more so than quitting smoking. However, Sig is successfully managing to be on Deadliest Catch at the moment and has recovered from health problems.
