The Season 21 finale of Deadliest Catch featured Sig Hansen suffering a terrifying medical scare that had doctors recommending he retire, or at least spend less time out fishing on the perilous waters. Hansen collapsed on his boat and was rushed to the hospital after a bout of exhaustion.

This wasn’t his first medical emergency during his time on the Discovery Channel show, either, which begs the question — will he take doctors’ advice and retire from crab fishing ?

Although Deadliest Catch has not been confirmed for Season 22 yet, its continued popularity suggests that it will return in 2026. Scroll down for everything we know about whether Hansen will still be part of the show, or if he’ll be retiring once and for all.

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