Season 18 of Deadliest Catch premiered with a two-hour ep that featured captains grappling with the usual weather and perilous conditions. Among them, captain Keith Colburn helmed Wizard, and it definitely was one of the most dangerous journeys ever! But as difficult as his adventures may be, he knows he has to make it work, for he has a loving life, Florence Colburn, waiting for him back home.
Meet Florence Colburn, Deadliest Catch Keith Colburn Wife
Florence Colburn first met her future husband Keith Colburn back in 1987 in Lake Tahoe. Soon falling in love, the two then walked the aisle and welcomed 2 kids together — both of whom have starred in Deadliest Catch.
Their son, Caelan Colburn first appeared on Deadliest Catch in 2017. Also, prior to that, he was featured on After the Catch in 2009.
Likewise, their daughter, Sienna Colburn appeared on After the Catch in 2009, Deadliest Catch in 2011, and later also got some screen time on Deadliest Catch: Legend of the Wizard in 2016.
As of 2022, Caelan, an Eastside Catholic School and Southern Methodist University graduate, lived in Bellevue, Washington, while Sienna worked as a “Gymnastics Coach” at Emerald City Gymnastics Academy in Bellingham, Washington.
Talking more about her, Sienna’s an Eastside Catholic School graduate who went on to attend Western Washington University and The American University of Paris. Also, she turned 24 in May 2022.
Florence described her as a “feisty, intelligent, talented, and beautiful young lady.”
In case you’re here as a fan of Florence and don’t know who her husband is — Keith Colburn is a first-generation crabber, who loves fishing and isn’t afraid to venture into the deadly water for it. At the age of 22, he jumped on a plane with his best friend Kurt Frankenberg and landed in Kodiak, Alaska with no experience, a tent, and $50.
Keith then started his career as a true greenhorn on the crabber Alaska Trader and eventually became a full-share deckhand on the Wizard. In 1990, finally after receiving his U. S. Coast Guard license, he moved from the deck to the wheelhouse. Plus, after another 2 years of venture, he received his captain’s license and has remained there as the skipper.
Are Keith And Florence Colburn Still Married?
Yes, Florence and Keith Colburn are still married as of 2022. Or, at least this was what Keith’s FB relationship status shared.
Going strong for over 35 years, the husband and wife never looked happier. Well, given Florence’s sacrifice, it’s only fair that the two should make it to their forever and a day.
In case you didn’t know, Florence gave up her successful career in glacial geology and climatology to help her husband manage the business and their two children. And according to Keith, her management and bargaining skills were legendary. “Florence is the business partner you want, intelligent, careful, thorough, and very practical,” he explained.
Furthermore, the captain added that his wife was an “integral force in the success” of FV Wizard. He shared that her business expertise included but was not limited to the ongoing politics of the Crab Program as well as the executive demands brought about by the enormously complex regulatory agencies.
But with this being said, a few sites have claimed that Florence and Keith are already divorced. “Unfortunately, their married life ended in divorce after 27 years of marriage. In the recent past, Keith Colburn disclosed that his drinking habits were the core reason for the divorce. In addition, he had some health issues that strained his married life in a way,” Realitystarfacts stated the reason for their split.
Trivia: Florence accompanied Keith at the Creative Emmy Awards on September 16, 2013.
Florence Colburn Age
Florence Colburn was born in March 1960. That made her 62 years of in 2022.
She is three years older than her husband Keith.
But coincidentally, they shared the same birth month.
Florence Colburn Job
Florence Colburn is the co-owner of FV Wizard. However, her job included every “off-boat aspect” of the business.
It was 2005 when Florence and her husband Keith purchased the Wizard from John Jorgensen and his partner Steve Soriano. The duo then worked hand-in-hand and earned their own Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) with over hundreds of crabbers.
In 2012, cabbing under the new program, the duo once again proved their worth by balancing the books for the Alaska Crab Producers cooperative, and soon, their ship was featured on Deadliest Catch.
Is Florence Colburn On Instagram?
No, as of 2022, Florence wasn’t on Instagram. Also, there were no traces of her on her husband Keith’s IG @captainkeithcolburn.
But find her on Facebook @FlorenceTramoni.
Florence Colburn Family
Florence Colburn didn’t share much about her family. However, we do know that she has a brother-in-law named Monte Colburn. He lived in Brockway, CA with his wife Catherine, and son Gregory, and worked as the first mate of Keith at F/V Wizard.
Sadly, Florence’s father-in-law, Gary Clark Colburn, passed away on January 17, 2019, at the age of 81.
What Is Florence Colburn Maiden Name?
Florence Colburn’s maiden name is “Tramoni.”
Related FAQs
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Where Is Florence Colburn From?
Florence hails from the US.
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How Tall Is Florence Colburn?
Florence stands tall at a height under 5 feet 4 inches (162 cm).
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Has Florence Colburn Appeared On Deadliest Catch?
Yes, she’s appeared on the Deadliest Catch spinoff After the Catch back in 2009.
As for Keith, he’s graced over 111 episodes of the show.
