Lyssa Chapman has never been shy about showing love for her father, Duane Chapman, famously known as Dog the Bounty Hunter. She recently shared a throwback video of him dancing shirtless, with his signature wild blonde hair flowing as he used a walking stick as a microphone and guitar.
Despite his tough exterior, Chapman also has a warm, family-centered side, which his children often celebrate. It was refreshing to see him so happy and carefree after he was deeply affected by his wife’s death. Beth Chapman died of cancer in 2019 after battling the ravaging illness for a couple of years.
Fans react to Dog the Bounty Hunter’s shirtless video
Chapman’s video sparked a wave of reactions online, with many happy to see him in good spirits and enjoying life. “I’m glad to know he is happy and trying to move forward. He loved his wife, and Beth would be happy that he’s happy and doing well,” one fan gushed.
Another said Beth would be happy that he is happy, just like they are. “Good luck with your new marriage; hope everything works out for ya,” they quipped. “Beth would want him to be happy!” another comment read.
Lyssa and her father share a strong bond
Lyssa was born to Chapman and his third wife, Lyssa Rae Brittain, whom he was married to from 1982 to 1991. Their father-daughter bond has remained strong over the years, with Lyssa frequently celebrating him on social media. Lyssa often refers to herself as Chapman’s favorite child — a subtle jab at her siblings and half-siblings.
She has posted several heartfelt tributes to him over the years, including birthday wishes and Father’s Day messages, always expressing pride in being his daughter. Although he could not attend her 2022 wedding in Hawaii so as not to be reminded of Beth, he made sure to be part of it via calls and video chats.