The Alaskan Bush People family has sadly experienced a major loss, as Matt Brown was reportedly found dead at the end of May. His passing unfortunately marks the death of yet another notable reality star in the midst of the 2026 TV schedule. Now, Matt's brother, Joshua "Bam Bam" Brown, has spoken out in the aftermath of his passing. Bam Bam's candid reflection not only includes thoughts on his brother's life but also on how he and their family will remember Matt as time goes on.
It was TMZ that confirmed the death of Matt Brown, who was reported missing by his family members on May 27. Subsequently, there were reports of people having allegedly seen Brown's body floating in the Okanogan River. Matt's brother, Bear Brown, shared on TikTok that their brother, Noah, recovered Matt's body from a river, and he claimed there was a self-inflicted wound, suggesting he died by suicide. An official coroner's report has yet to be completed.