A heartbreaking accident has claimed the lives of three members of the well-known Putman family, stars of the TLC reality show “Meet the Putmans.” The family announced the tragic news on social media, revealing that Bill Putman, affectionately known as “Papa,” his wife Barb, or “Neenee,” and their daughter-in-law Megan perished in a car crash in Tuscola County, Michigan.
The devastating accident occurred on Friday night around 9 p.m. when a semi-truck driven by a 55-year-old Florida man ran a stop sign. The truck collided with a Jeep carrying eight members of the Putman family, resulting in the immediate death of the three family members. The Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office has reported that the driver of the semi-truck was arrested at the scene and faces potential charges pending a decision from the county prosecutor.
In addition to the tragic loss, five other family members – Uncle Blake, Lulu, Alena, Noah, and Gia – were injured and remain hospitalized. The crash happened in Tuscola County, which is situated in eastern Michigan, east of Saginaw. This area is also home to the Putman family, whose unique living arrangement gained them fame.
The Putman family’s dynamic was chronicled on the TLC show “Meet the Putmans,” in which Bill and Barb lived under one roof with their four children and their respective families in a spacious 35,000-square-foot home. In 2021, the family attempted a revival on YouTube under the title “Growing Up Putman,” although no new episodes have been aired recently.
The extended Putman family currently spans 10 adults and 20 children. This tragedy has left a significant impact on their tight-knit community. As fans of the family mourn this great loss, the legacy of the Putmans and their time on television are remembered fondly by many who followed their journey.
The loss of key family figures marks a poignant time for the Putmans, as they navigate the aftermath of this tragic event.