‘The Old Man' from ‘Pawn Stars' recalls growing up in Lexington
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Benny Harrison (right) is shown in a promotional photo for his TV show ‘Pawn Stars' obtained by Donnie McBride.
Published: Friday, February 18, 2011 at 3:36 p.m.
Last Modified: Friday, February 18, 2011 at 3:36 p.m.
Last Modified: Friday, February 18, 2011 at 3:36 p.m.
Long before he became “The Old Man” of “Pawn Stars” fame, he was known around Lexington as “Benny". And while that was several decades ago, Richard Benjamin Harrison still has a soft spot for the town where he lived most of the first 17 years of his life.
“I had a very happy childhood,” Harrison said. “I have many fond memories of Lexington. I want to get back there soon.”
Harrison is star of “Pawn Stars,” one of the most popular shows on cable television. He's patriarch of the family business, Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas. The reality series about the day-to-day operation of the business airs at 10 p.m. Mondays on The History Channel.
The show follows the interpersonal relationships involving Harrison; his son, Rick; grandson, “Big Hoss;” and the ever-droopy Chumlee as they dicker with customers about items they're trying to pawn or sell. A generous sprinkling of information about a variety of collectibles is included.
One reviewer described the show as a version of “Antiques Roadshow” hijacked by “American Chopper.”
“Pawn Stars” has been one of The History Channel's most successful series almost from its start, consistently placing among the network's top-rated programs since debuting July 26, 2009. An episode broadcast Jan. 24 was watched by 7 million viewers, the most-watched telecast ever on The History Channel, according to Nielsen Media Research.
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