Shelby Stanga from “Ax Men” faced legal issues and took a break from television. He continues to work in logging and occasionally appears at events.
Shelby Stanga, known as “Shelby the Swamp Man” from the History Channel’s reality series “Ax Men,” became a fan favorite for his unique personality and deep knowledge of the swamps of Louisiana. After the show ended, Shelby faced some legal troubles; in 2015, he was arrested for felony theft related to a property dispute. These issues led him to take a step back from the spotlight.
Despite his legal challenges, Shelby didn’t leave the logging industry. He continues to work in the swamps, harvesting logs and living the lifestyle that made him famous. While he hasn’t returned to reality TV with the same prominence as before, he has made appearances on his own show “The Legend of Shelby the Swamp Man,” which aired for a short time after “Ax Men.”
Shelby also engages with fans through social media and has been known to make public appearances at events, where he shares stories of his life and experiences in the swamp. His reputation as a colorful character and skilled logger endures, and he remains a beloved figure to those who enjoyed watching his swamp logging adventures on television.