Lizard Lick Towing cast then and now: Where are they today?
The Lizard Lick Towing cast gained massive popularity over the four seasons the TV series aired on truTV. The show premiered in February 2011 and ran for 91 episodes before the finale in August 2014. However, netizens have wondered what became of the cast. So, where is the Lizard Lick Towing cast?
Amy and Ronnie Shirley (L), Big Juicy, and Bobby and Melanie Brantley (R) were part of the Lizard Lick Towing cast. Photo: @AmyVaughanShirley, @AmyShirleyfans, @MelanieBrantley (Modified by author)
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Lizard Lick Towing (LLT) featured Ronnie Shirley (Ron), founder of Lizard Lick Towing and Recovery, and his wife, Amy Shirley. The couple initially appeared in All Worked Up (2009-2011). The show's captivating storyline endeared the cast to their viewers, and many have wondered, where the Lizard Lick Towing cast is today.
What happened to the cast of Lizard Lick Towing?
Ronnie Shirley launched his company in 1998, growing to 15 staff and 20 trucks in 10 years. The TV show followed the everyday lives of employees and service providers, delving into their activities and relationships away from the work environment. Here is a list of the TV show's cast and where they are now:
1. Ronnie Shirley
Ronnie Shirley is the owner of Lizard Lick Towing and Recovery. Photo: @RonnieShirley
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Who really owns Lizard Lick Towing? Ron and his wife founded the company in 1998. It grew exponentially in one decade, boasting 20 trucks and 15 workers. His firm employed drivers, a mechanic, a security guard, and a repossession (repo) guy.
Ron is still the company's director, overseeing daily running and operations. The entrepreneur and TV personality also serves as the pastor of the Dirt Church, Eastern Chapter. When he is not working, Shirley enjoys spending time with his family and loved ones.
2. Amy Vaughan Shirley
Amy Shirley is the Vice President and wife of Ronnie Shirley. Photo: @AmyVaughanShirley
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Amy helped her husband Ronnie manage the towing and recovery business, serving as the company's Vice President. Ronnie's multi-talented wife is a professional weightlifter, boasting 27 records in the sport. The mother of four is also an author. She released her book, Gluten-Free in Lizard Lick: 100 Gluten-Free Recipes for Finger-Licking Food for Your Soul, in 2015.
Sadly, Amy's son was murdered in February 2022 after a fatal shootout at a gas station in Johnston County after attending a memorial balloon release. Three people were arrested in connection to the shooting.
3. Bobby Brantley
Bobby Brantley worked as Ronnie's employer in the show. Photo: @BobbyBrantley
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Did Bobby leave Lizard Lick Towing? After leaving LLT, Ron's best friend pursued other ventures, appearing as Bobby Kessler in The Lonesome Curse (2015). In Lizard Lick Towing, Bobby fell victim to LLT's repo services and had to work for Ronnie to pay off his debt.
The TV personality underwent surgery in 2019 to remove a brain tumour. He has been recovering at his Pilot, North Carolina, home. Brantley is married to Melanie Brantley, and they have eight children.
4. Cassie Calwell (Melanie Brantley)
Casie's real name is Melanie. She is married to Bobby Blantley. Photo: @MelanieBrantley
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What happened to Cassie from Lizard Lick Towing? Calwell, whose real name is Melanie, was Bobby's on-and-off girlfriend on the show. The pair had a strained relationship and had to navigate numerous interpersonal challenges. However, they tied the knot after the show ended. Melanie is a gynaecologist and TV personality who appeared in Full Throttle Saloon (2009) and Top 20 Countdown: Most Shocking (2009).
5. Big Juicy
Big Juicy (R) and Amy Shirley. Photo: @AmyShirleyfans
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Elaine McGilveary, famously known as Big Juicy, was among the show's hilarious characters, thanks to her fearlessness and boldness in confronting anyone who rubbed her off the wrong way. She worked as a driver and office assistant. The reality star has kept her life away from the limelight but is a mother of three.
6. Krazy Dave Eckler (KD)
Krazyy Dave worked as a mechanic for Lizard Lick Towing and Recovery. Photo: @KrazyDaveFromTvShowLizardLickTowingFans
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Krazy Dave was the shop mechanic at Lizard Lick Towing and Recovery. His unique personality and multiple talents endeared him to thousands of fans, which kept him on the path of fame and success even after exiting the show.
Dave is a community enthusiast who has appeared in several social gatherings, including Bobby Brantley's car show, ''King?s Auto Corner for Missiles for Christ Ministry''. The music lover sings and writes music and has worked on a musical project dubbed the ''Rocky Cross Project''. He lives in Rocky Cross, North Carolina.
7. Johnny Reynolds
Johnny Renolds (L) is Ron's cousin and worked as a towing assistant. Photo: @LizardLickTowingandRecovery
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Johnny is Ron's cousin and worked as a towing and recollection assistant. Fans remember him for having a crush on Amy, which never materialized to anything. Today, Johnny is off the limelight and prefers to live his life without social media.
Why did the Lizard Lick Towing end?
LLT initially had a large and loyal fan base, but over time, the viewership began to drop. The behind-the-scenes drama caused rumours of conflicts and disputes among the cast members, especially between Ron and his wife Amy, who also worked for the company.
Final word
The Lizard Lick Towing cast members ventured into other interests, with some collaborating and others choosing to exit the limelight for good. The towing and recovery company still operates in Lizard Lick, North Carolina.
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