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Corey Harrison

Corey Harrison (born April 27, 1983) is an American businessman and reality television personality best known for appearing on the History series *Pawn Stars*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Corey Harrison (born April 27, 1983) is an American businessman and reality television personality best known for appearing on the History series *Pawn Stars*. He is a co-owner of the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas and is widely known by the nickname “Big Hoss.”

Early life

Corey Harrison was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1983. Public biographies identify him as Richard Corey Harrison and note that he is the son of Rick Harrison.

Pawn Stars

Harrison became known as a cast member of *Pawn Stars*, the History series centred on his family’s pawn shop in Las Vegas. The show documents work at the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, which he co-owns.

Public profile

He is widely referred to as “Big Hoss,” a nickname used in media coverage and entertainment listings. His public image is closely tied to the long-running popularity of *Pawn Stars*.

Later career and personal life

Recent reporting indicates that Harrison has pursued projects outside the main *Pawn Stars* format, including a podcast and other ventures. Entertainment reporting also notes that he has relocated to Tulum, Mexico.

Key facts

  • Corey Harrison is a co-owner of the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop and a cast member of *Pawn Stars*.
  • He is known by the nickname “Big Hoss.”
  • He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 27, 1983.
  • He is the son of Rick Harrison.
  • He has been credited in other screen appearances, including *iCarly* and *Resurrection*.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may know Corey Harrison primarily through *Pawn Stars*, which has aired internationally and has a broad Canadian reality-TV audience.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Corey Harrison?
He is an American businessman and reality television personality best known for *Pawn Stars*.
What is Corey Harrison’s nickname?
He is commonly known as “Big Hoss.”
What is Corey Harrison’s connection to *Pawn Stars*?
He appears on the History series and is associated with the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop featured in the show.
Is Corey Harrison related to Rick Harrison?
Yes. Public sources identify Rick Harrison as his father.
Where was Corey Harrison born?
He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
What else has Corey Harrison done?
Entertainment listings credit him in other screen appearances, and recent reporting mentions a podcast and other post-*Pawn Stars* projects.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corey_Harrison
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nickname, role on *Pawn Stars*, and co-ownership of the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop.
  2. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/corey-harrison/umc.cpc.2bvf694kbizeyjl5ja8y6wsyj?l=es
    Supports: Identification as a businessman and television personality associated with *Pawn Stars* and the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3623649/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and screen credits.
  4. Las Vegas Review-Journal — https://neon.reviewjournal.com/kats/corey-harrisons-post-pawn-stars-venture-3326248/
    Supports: Recent post-*Pawn Stars* venture and relocation context.
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/1211634/what-happened-pawn-stars-corey-harrison-show-exit-reason/
    Supports: Reporting on his relocation and future involvement with *Pawn Stars*.