Rick Harrison is an American businessman, reality TV personality, and co-owner of the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas, Nevada. Born on March 22, 1965, in Lexington, North Carolina, Rick moved with his family to San Diego, California, at a young age. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit, Rick co-founded the pawn shop with his father, Richard «Old Man» Harrison, in 1989.
The Gold & Silver Pawn Shop gained international fame with the debut of the reality television series «Pawn Stars» on the History Channel in 2009. The show, which showcases the daily operations of the pawn shop and the unique items brought in by customers, has made Rick a well-known figure. His keen knowledge of history, negotiating skills, and charismatic personality have contributed to the show’s success.
In addition to his work on «Pawn Stars,» Rick Harrison has authored a memoir titled «License to Pawn: Deals, Steals, and My Life at the Gold & Silver,» which provides an inside look at his life and business. Beyond television and his pawn business, Rick is involved in various philanthropic efforts and continues to be an influential figure in the world of pawn brokering and reality TV.