Today, we’re unearthing the untold twists in Rick’s journey—from the jaw‑dropping deals that made him famous to the unexpected ventures that reveal the man behind the “That’s a no” catchphrase. Get ready for a deep dive into Rick Harrison—then and now—and prepare to be amazed by the deals, the drama, and the dollars that changed everything. The debut of Pawn Stars on the History Channel in 2009 marked a sea change in Rick Harrison's life. The idea had been developing for years. After his shop was featured in a 2001 PBS documentary Rick first proposed the idea of a pawn shop show. #rickharrison