{"id":17169,"date":"2021-05-26T12:48:54","date_gmt":"2021-05-26T16:48:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/idolchatter\/?p=17169"},"modified":"2021-05-26T12:48:54","modified_gmt":"2021-05-26T16:48:54","slug":"dysfunction-to-dynasty-the-rise-of-the-robertson-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/idolchatter\/2021\/05\/dysfunction-to-dynasty-the-rise-of-the-robertson-family.html","title":{"rendered":"Dysfunction to Dynasty:  The Rise of the Robertson Family"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a id=\"vJii_pvFRN9bYCCRVuim7g\" class=\"gie-single\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/144091145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'vJii_pvFRN9bYCCRVuim7g',sig:'SQTLqhkvS206aYdBCRZ2HGXKiv8TQ5ZybI5Xgqp7mSc=',w:'594px',h:'395px',items:'144091145',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Robertson family gained fame and skyrocketed to success when their series Duck Dynasty premiered on A&amp;E in 2012. They were not strangers to wealth as the family had a successful family business before the cameras started rolling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They have also had a fair share of obstacles that many members of the family have faced from addiction to depression and even infidelity. Overcoming adversity is already a challenge by itself but throw in cameras that put a spotlight on your family for the world to dissect and you have got dysfunction and chaos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Phil Robertson started whittling duck calls which turned out to be far superior to anything that could be found in stores. Thus launching Phil\u2019s Duck Commander Company in 1973. Launching that business was also challenging as success was not met right away, Phil had to convince retailers that his duck call was the must-have for shoppers, he only made $8,000 the first year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It was also in the 70s when Phil turned to God after living what he called reckless in Louisiana. In an interview with Fox News, Robertson stated \u201cUntil I was 28 I didn\u2019t have any faith,\u201d Robertson told Fox News. \u201cHere I am biblically speaking \u2014 God said I was under the control of the evil one. I didn\u2019t know that. I was just getting high and drunk with the worst of them. \u2026 I had built a track record that was not a good one. I then realized, \u2018What was I thinking? All that mischief and carrying on.\u2019 \u2026 I came to know Jesus. I looked up one day and I said, \u2018Man, I\u2019m driven to do this. I have to do it.\u2019\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Phil went on to publish a book titled \u201cThe Theft of America\u2019s Soul\u201d which was described by Phil as a \u201cprophetic wake-up call\u201d for Americans looking to find peace and unity in Christianity. During his mid-twenties, he faced temptation as many others do and finally accepted God as his savior. He remains dedicated to his faith and speaks every year to hundreds of churches in hopes of helping others become a better person to which he believes is his true purpose in life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Phil had numerous contracts with popular outdoor retailers though by the time A&amp;E\u2019s cameras started rolling for\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Duck Dynasty<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Willie Robertson, Phil\u2019s son, would be involved with the family business and would eventually become president of the company. He would also move to create the Buck Commander Brand which was a \u2018hunting DVD and gear company dedicated to his love of duck hunting.\u201d It may surprise you, but the family was worth millions before their hit series ever aired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The family took advantage of the opportunities that came along with their television debut and created licensing deals that included greeting cards, clothing, books, and exclusive outdoor gear which only added to the family\u2019s net worth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In the new 8-part series from I Am Second viewers get a second chance to see the Robertson\u2019s again with interviews spanning from the last 8 years. The series will feature Phil Roberson, kay Robertson, Al Robertson, Lisa Robertson, Jep Robertson, Reed Robertson, and Phil\u2019s daughter Phyllis Robertson Thomas. While the reality series captured a lot of Robertson drama, the new series will take viewers on a deeper dive into the struggles the family faced while giving them \u2018hope that change is possible.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0I Am Second Vice President John Humphrey stated in a news release that \u201cDue to the unique opportunity of capturing three generations of Robertsons, we feel there is a strong narrative of how the love of Jesus and the restoration of souls has been passed through the Robertson family. Watching the series, we walk through the lives of the family, beginning with Phil and Kaya and most recently finding its way to Phil\u2019s newly found daughter Phyllis.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Watch the trailer for Dysfunction to Dynasty\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/545207520\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">here.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Global storytelling organization I Am Second is launching an 8-part web series on the Duck Dynasty family and their 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