Remembering Kenny Law: The Heartfelt Legacy of a Moonshiner Legend

Mia Reynolds, 1/17/2025Kenny Law, beloved star of "Moonshiners," passed away at 68, leaving a legacy steeped in Appalachian tradition and resilience. His spirit, charm, and connection to his daughter, Kenzie, encapsulated the essence of moonshine-making, as fans mourn a true legend of the craft.

His passing was softly announced on January 14, 2025, through the social media waves of Law's Choice Distillery—his family and commemoration deeply entwined with his cousin, Henry Law. "With sorrow, we announce that Everett 'Kenny' Law passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones," the heartfelt post read. Embellished with love and comfort, it conveyed gratitude for the waves of support that followed.

Kenny's marathon with life was certainly a rugged one. His health trials included heart complications and diabetes, ultimately leading to a stay at a local hospital where he breathed his last. Yet, despite these challenges, he was remembered as a cat with nine lives—a veritable testament to his strength and spirit.

The television show "Moonshiners" welcomed Kenny into its boisterous family from its eighth season, celebrating the rich, sometimes precarious tapestry of tradition and tenacity. "A true outlaw—rebellious, fun-loving, charming, and tough as nails," read Kenny's obituary, noting the greater-than-life characteristics that endeared him to fans, from his moonshiner roots passed down like legend from his grandpa and father.

At the heart of his personal world lay his daughter, Kenzie, who Kenny often described as his pride and joy. It is in these human connections that we find the spirit of a man who contributed so much more than the spirits in a jar.

Amanda Bryant, a fellow moonshiner and close friend, shared on social media, "Last Night We Lost a True Legend, Kenny Law from our Moonshiner Family. You will be dearly missed..." Her poignant words express what so many are feeling—a lament of both the man and the myth that was Kenny.

In the swirling narratives of rural legends and reality, the discourse of tradition versus legality, Kenny Law stood as a bridge—uniting fans with a way of life that lingers in the mist of Appalachian wrong and right. The "Moonshiners" Facebook page echoed these sentiments, mourning a treasured member and a crafted craftsperson whose legacy, along with his moonshine, will be distilled into the memories of those he touched.

As the moon gently casts its glow over the Appalachian foothills, one can't help but imagine Kenny, looking down with that wry smile and twinkling eye, not unlike the man whose life was built on a legacy as variable and enduring as the moonshine itself—ever radiant, ever potent.

Kenny Law, a name etched into the spirit-soaked annals of Appalachia, has left us—ushering a sense of loss into the hearts of those who dare carry on the ancient whirl of moonshine-making. Kenny, beloved star of Discovery Channel's series "Moonshiners," passed away at the age of 68. The close-knit community of distillers and fans alike have lost a legend who encapsulated the rebellious, yet intensely human, essence of the Appalachian moonshiner.His passing was softly announced on January 14, 2025, through the social media waves of Law's Choice Distillery—his family and commemoration deeply entwined with his cousin, Henry Law. "With sorrow, we announce that Everett 'Kenny' Law passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones," the heartfelt post read. Embellished with love and comfort, it conveyed gratitude for the waves of support that followed.Kenny's marathon with life was certainly a rugged one. His health trials included heart complications and diabetes, ultimately leading to a stay at a local hospital where he breathed his last. Yet, despite these challenges, he was remembered as a cat with nine lives—a veritable testament to his strength and spirit.The television show "Moonshiners" welcomed Kenny into its boisterous family from its eighth season, celebrating the rich, sometimes precarious tapestry of tradition and tenacity. "A true outlaw—rebellious, fun-loving, charming, and tough as nails," read Kenny's obituary, noting the greater-than-life characteristics that endeared him to fans, from his moonshiner roots passed down like legend from his grandpa and father.At the heart of his personal world lay his daughter, Kenzie, who Kenny often described as his pride and joy. It is in these human connections that we find the spirit of a man who contributed so much more than the spirits in a jar.Amanda Bryant, a fellow moonshiner and close friend, shared on social media, "Last Night We Lost a True Legend, Kenny Law from our Moonshiner Family. You will be dearly missed..." Her poignant words express what so many are feeling—a lament of both the man and the myth that was Kenny.In the swirling narratives of rural legends and reality, the discourse of tradition versus legality, Kenny Law stood as a bridge—uniting fans with a way of life that lingers in the mist of Appalachian wrong and right. The "Moonshiners" Facebook page echoed these sentiments, mourning a treasured member and a crafted craftsperson whose legacy, along with his moonshine, will be distilled into the memories of those he touched.As the moon gently casts its glow over the Appalachian foothills, one can't help but imagine Kenny, looking down with that wry smile and twinkling eye, not unlike the man whose life was built on a legacy as variable and enduring as the moonshine itself—ever radiant, ever potent.