The reality show (Russian title: Аляска: Семья из леса ) is a cultural phenomenon that aired on Discovery Channel from 2014 to 2022. It follows the Brown family—Billy, Ami, and their seven children—as they attempt to live off the grid in the harsh wilderness.
The glue of the family; an expert in gardening and herbal medicine.
On February 7, 2021, patriarch Billy Brown passed away after a seizure.