What’s Fred Lewis From Gold Rush Up To After Leaving the Show?
Fred Lewis, known to fans as the Special Forces Medic who debuted in Season 11 of Gold Rush, played a crucial role on Parker Schnabel’s team until Season 13 due to his medical expertise and strong work ethic. Since his departure, many viewers have wondered about his current endeavors. Let’s catch up with Fred.
Why Did Fred Lewis Leave Gold Rush?
In July 2024, Fred shared a detailed explanation for his exit from the show. He clarified that mining itself wasn’t the issue. Instead, he revealed he’d received a “serious threat” and prioritized his family’s safety above all else. “My family’s safety is paramount and with my background I simply don’t have a space for violence in my life anymore so I’m separating myself from it and moving on,” he stated. Despite this, Fred hinted that this isn’t the end of his journey, promising to share a new “chapter in his life” soon.
Fred’s Life After Gold Rush
Since leaving the show, Fred Lewis has remained connected with his fans through social media. He’s been actively involved in the firearms community, frequently posting photos and videos of himself target shooting with rifles and pistols alongside friends. This suggests he might be missing his military days.
Beyond firearms, Fred has become an advocate for a healthy lifestyle, sharing his workout routines and even experimenting with new recipes, including practicing how to make sourdough bread.
Will Fred Lewis Return to Mining?
Fred previously discussed his future in mining during an interview. He described himself as an adventurous person who enjoys trying different things and admitted he doesn’t typically stick with one hobby or job for long. While he found gold mining interesting, he noted he also had other options for quicker income. However, Fred did mention he’s been exploring other mining opportunities, implying a potential return to the gold mining world, but likely not with Parker and his team.
It’s widely believed that Fred’s relationship with Parker Schnabel contributed to his decision to leave. After Parker reportedly turned down Fred and his crew’s offer of services, many speculate this marked a turning point in Fred’s decision to step away from the show.
