Rick Harrison's "Simpler Procedure" Turned Into Emergency Heart Surgery: Here's What Happened

"Pawn Stars" star Rick Harrison is recovering after what was expected to be a routine medical procedure turned into emergency bypass surgery.

According to a family spokesperson, Harrison, 61, went in for what was believed to be a simpler procedure before doctors discovered a more serious coronary issue that required immediate bypass surgery.

"He went in for a simpler procedure, and they found he needed a bypass," the spokesperson told Fox News Digital. "He is resting comfortably and looking forward to a full recovery."

The family added that Harrison is "grateful for the doctors and staff at the hospital" and that his wife, Angie, and other family members have been by his side throughout.

Harrison, who married Angie in 2023, has spoken openly in the past about how much her support has meant to him during difficult seasons of his life. "She was there for me," he has said. "And that's the important part."

News of the surgery sent fans searching for updates, with "Rick Harrison" and "bypass surgery" among the fastest-rising search terms in the hours following the announcement.

No additional details have been released about a return timeline for the History Channel personality, who has run the family's Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas for decades.

Fans and well-wishers have flooded social media with messages of support - a good moment to keep Harrison and his family in prayer as he begins his recovery.