Andy Bassich is a reality television star best known for the hit documentary Life Below Zero.
The show tells the story of people living in remote areas of Alaska and how they survive in harsh weather conditions.
Andy Bassich is one of the main cast members who lives along the Yukon River with his sled dogs. He is also a skilled carpenter, hunter, fisherman, and survivalist.
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- Full Name: Andy Bassich
- Date of birth: January 25, 1958
- Age: 65 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Washington DC, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Reality TV star, carpenter, snowmobile driver
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
- Parents: None
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Kate Rorke Bassich (divorced)
- Partner: Denise Becker
- Children: One daughter
- Relationship Status: Dating
- Net worth: $350,000
Early life and education
Andy Bassich, born on January 25, 1958 in Washington DC, USA, turns 65 in 2023. He is of Turkish descent and grew up in Wheaton, Maryland.
He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1976 and worked as a carpenter and cabinetmaker in Virginia after graduation.
He has had a passion for travel and adventure since he was a child. He traveled across the country in 1976 and wanted to visit Alaska.
But his sister got married that same year, so he returned home and worked as a carpenter for a few years. Then he went to Alaska to fulfill his dream of living and working in the wilderness.
Personal life
Andy Bassich is married to Kate Rorke Bassich, an actress on Life Below Zero. They met in Dawson City, Yukon, where Kate was a riverboat captain.
They fell in love and moved to Alaska together. They lived in a remote cabin along the Yukon River and ran a sled dog school.
They also had a daughter, whose name has not been disclosed to the public. However, their marriage did not last long and they divorced in 2015. Kate accused Andy of being physically and mentally abusive. She left Alaska and moved to Canada.
Andy remains in Alaska and continues his life on the show. He is currently dating Denise Becker, a registered nurse.
They met in 2016 when Denise went to Alaska to help Andy recover from a hip injury. They have been together ever since, with Denise often visiting Andy at his cabin.
Career
Andy Bassich began his career as a carpenter and cabinetmaker in Virginia. He also worked as a river boat captain and hunting guide in Alaska.
He rose to fame when he joined the cast of Life Below Zero in 2013. The show was produced by BBC Worldwide and aired on the National Geographic Channel.
The show chronicles the daily struggles and challenges of people living in remote areas of Alaska. Andy Bassich is one of the main characters who lives in a cabin near the Yukon River with his 37 sled dogs.
He hunts, fishes, grows crops, and makes tools. He also teaches survival skills to travelers and students. He has been on the show for 16 seasons and has amassed a huge fan base and following.
Net worth
Andy Bassich has an estimated net worth of $350,000.
He makes money from carpentry, dog sledding, and acting. He lives a simple and frugal life in Alaska and spends little on luxuries.
Argumentative
Andy Bassich has faced some controversy and criticism from fans and viewers, some of whom have accused him of mistreating and neglecting his dogs.
They accused him of not feeding them properly, not providing them with adequate housing and forcing them to work hard under harsh conditions.
They also questioned his authenticity and credibility as a survivor, alleging that he received help and supplies from the film crew and did not live independently as he claimed.
Andy Bassich has denied these allegations and defended himself. He stated that he loves dogs and treats them well. He also said that he does not rely on anyone and does everything himself.
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- Instagram Name: None
- Twitter Username: None
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