In an emotional moment that has touched hearts across the country, Sadie Robertson Huff—author, speaker, and beloved member of the Duck Dynasty family—issued a heartbreaking update from West Monroe, Louisiana regarding her grandmother, Kay Robertson, affectionately known to fans as “Miss Kay.”
Through tears and with a trembling voice, Sadie shared the news on a livestream surrounded by close family:
“We’ve had some hard days. My sweet Mimi — she’s been struggling more than ever, and we’re asking for your prayers.”
While Sadie didn’t go into full medical detail, she confirmed that Miss Kay’s health has declined significantly in recent weeks, and the family is now focused on keeping her comfortable, peaceful, and surrounded by love.
“She’s still smiling,” Sadie said, forcing a gentle smile through her own grief. “Still telling us stories. Still calling Papaw Phil ‘her man.’ But her body’s just tired.”
For fans of Duck Dynasty, Miss Kay has always been the loving, steady presence in a family full of bold personalities and big voices. Her warm kitchen, wise words, and unwavering faith made her not just the heart of the Robertson clan—but a mother figure to millions who tuned in each week.
“Mimi has always been the strong one,” Sadie added. “She’s the one who taught us how to love well, to serve others, and to laugh through anything. And now we’re just trying to do for her what she always did for us.”
Messages of love and support have already begun flooding in from fans, fellow believers, and friends in the entertainment world. Many say Miss Kay’s gentle wisdom and humble example helped guide them through their own family trials.
Phil Robertson, her husband of nearly 60 years, has remained quiet on the matter, choosing instead to stay close to Kay’s side. A source close to the family shared, “He’s not leaving her. He just holds her hand and reads the Bible to her. That’s their kind of love.”
Sadie ended her message by thanking fans for years of loyalty, prayers, and support.
“She gave her life to loving others,” she said. “And now it’s our turn to love her through whatever comes next.”
At a time when so much in the world feels uncertain, one thing is beautifully clear: the strength of faith, family, and love that the Robertsons have always shared is carrying them once again through life’s hardest chapter.
And even as Miss Kay’s body grows weak, her spirit — and her legacy — have never shined brighter.