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Who was Ree Drummond’s brother Michael Smith and what was his cause of death?

THE PIONEER Woman originated in 2006 and has gained millions of followers since.

Ree Drummond, the woman behind it all, tragically lost her brother over the weekend.

Ree Drumond pictured with her brother during their childhood
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Ree Drumond pictured with her brother during their childhood

Who was Ree Drummond's brother, Michael Smith?

Michael Smith was the older brother of Ree Drummond.

They grew up in a small oil town in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

Their house reportedly overlooked a country club.

According to reports, Michael had special needs and was the icon of Bartlesville. He used to work a few hours a day at his father's office.

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As of the time of writing, the cause of Michael Smith's death has not been released.

Ree's sister, Betsy, made an Instagram post on November 2, 2022, announcing his death.

She : "We lost Michael, my sweet and wonderful brother, this last weekend. He was one of a kind, and he will be missed by so many people who loved him.

"I’m very thankful for his life, the connections he made and his caring, fun and independent spirit. Love you forever, Mikey."

Who is Ree Drummond?

Born on January 6, 1969, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Ree Drummond is a popular food and lifestyle blogger, author, and TV personality.

Anne Marie Smith, popularly known as Ree Drummond, began her blog, The Pioneer Woman, in May 2006.

Fortunately, she now has a television show on the Food Network, also named The Pioneer Woman, which has been on air since 2011.

Ree Drummond at Crosby Street Hotel on August 1, 2012, in New York City
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Ree Drummond at Crosby Street Hotel on August 1, 2012, in New York CityCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Ree lives on a working ranch in Oklahoma with her husband Ladd. The couple was married in September 1996, and the two have five children together.

Currently, Ree has 15 published books to her name.

What is Ree Drummond's net worth?

According to , Ree Drummond has an estimated net worth of about $50million.

Her main sources of income have been from her show, media appearances, and books.

Furthermore, The Pioneer Woman brand also sells various home goods and kitchenware gadgets.

The items are available for purchase online and at retailers like Walmart and Amazon.

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