Jerry has been sharing his career story with Discovery for years, but recently shocked fans when it was revealed he had to go to hospital. His business partner Mike Cockrell said he would everything he could to help. REVEALED: Is Moonshiners fake? Discovery show has viewers confused
Jerry D. Benson is based in North Carolina and a graduate of East Henderson High School. He is Mike Cockrell’s partner in their moonshining business that’s featured on Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners. Benson joined shortly after Cockrell, who has been on the show since season 7.
In one of his recent videos, Jerry also confirmed that he’d be returning for Season 11 of Moonshiners, but the question stands, will he be returning with Mike, or will he be flying solo? Watch Moonshiners Tuesdays at 8 p.m. EST on the Discovery Channel.
He is a seventh-generation moonshiner who has a reputation for making some of the best moonshine in North Carolina. He is often seen doing the same along with his son and business partner, Lance. Jeff first gained popularity in 2012 when he first appeared on the show.
Who are the moonshiners brothers?
One of the most famous and loved pairs of the Discovery Channel’s television show ‘Moonshiners’ is Mike Cockrell and Jerry Benson. Cockrell joined the show in 2016, whereas Benson featured on the shoe a few seasons later as his friend. The two have always been there for each other, claiming themselves as brothers for life. The event once opened a joint Facebook account.
But, recently, Cockrell has opened a solo Facebook, which made everyone suspicious about their bond. Also, there is something funky going on their joint Facebook page, causing many people to think they got busted.
The moonshiners have licensed to sell moonshine, so, like other moonshiners, Cockrell and Benson also have a license to distill moonshine for those locations. But how we forget how Popcorn Sutton was once busted. Before the show was produced, he took his life. However, his legacy lives on!
There is no doubt that moonshining business is quite risky, but it might not be as illegal as we think. The Virginia Department of Alcohol Beverage Control has confirmed that the Virginia ABC Bureau of Law Enforcement would take action if any criminal activity occurs.
Who Is Jerry Benson?
Jerry D. Benson is based in North Carolina and a graduate of East Henderson High School. He is Mike Cockrell’s partner in their moonshining business that’s featured on Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners.
Moonshiners season 11 is underway, and Jerry Benson was conspicuous by his absence in the recent episode. Fans’ concerns grew when Benson called Cockrell from the hospital.
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