Storage Wars star Dave Hester was a series mainstay, and the show villain was eventually fired. There is plenty to learn about why he was let go.

Storage Wars star Dave Hester was fired from the show, and back then, the reason why was unclear. As the most controversial buyer on the series, he was known for being loud and uninhibited during auctions. From his signature catchphrase to the fact that was a sore loser, Dave quickly made an impression onscreen. That's why it was so noticeable when he wasn't a part of the show.

Since Storage Wars was a popular series on A&E at the time, Dave's absence from season 4 was a big deal, and some people weren't sure where he had gone. Though the series still featured other mainstays, including Brandi Passante and Jarrod Schulz, there were questions about what happened to Dave. He did return to the series, and some information about why he initially left has come to light.

Why Dave Hester Was Fired From Storage Wars

Dave was fired from Storage Wars season 4 due to a lawsuit he filed against the show. Between seasons 3 and 4, David sued the show, on the grounds that the entire series was allegedlly scripted. According to Looper, David's suit claimed, "The truth is that Defendants regularly salt or plant the storage lockers that are the subject of the auctions portrayed on the Series with valuable or unusual items to create drama and suspense for the show." He made several other claims against the series, ultimately explaining that he was "not comfortable participating in this charade."

David Hester Returned To Storage Wars After Lawsuit

A&E (the Storage Wars network) execs weren't happy about the lawsuit, and fired Dave from the series due to his allegations. The two parties battled it out in court, and Dave filed other suits against the show for wrongful termination. A&E fared better in the suit than Dave, but he won one claim against the network. After some time, the lawsuit was settled, and his relationship with the network improved enough for him to return to the show. Dave's health unfortunately was not good towards the end of his stint, but he still appeared on the series frequently.

David's relationship with Storage Wars has been complicated for years, but as it played out, his firing and re-hiring process was shocking to viewers. Once the lawsuit dust settled, the network and the star were able to clear the air, and David was primed to return to the show, where he continued to appear for years. With Storage Wars still a cultural phenomenon, even after its conclusion, the reasoning behind David's disappearance is definitely interesting.

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Source: Looper