7 Questions With … Ron Shirley of truTV’s “Lizard Lick Towing”

Talking with Ron Shirley is, to borrow one of his phrases (a.k.a. “Ronisms”), more fun than a possum in a persimmon tree. The burly Southerner is back for another season of truTV’s Lizard Lick Towing, which the network bills as an “actuality” series about the goings-on at a repossession business in rural North Carolina. The series returns for a brand new season at 10pm June 11.

1. You’re at a magazine rack and can only pick three titles. Which ones do you choose?

MAD Magazine, Field & Stream and People.

2. Aside from Lizard Lick Towing, of course, if your TV only carried three shows, which three would you have to have?

Hardcore Pawn, Swamp People and college football on Saturday.

3. What’s been your strangest fan encounter to date?

I met this husband and wife who believed they were vampires. They had their teeth filed and they had really pale skin, and the girl asked if she could bite me. I was standing there about as confused as Mike Tyson at a spelling bee. I didn’t let them bite me, but that’s probably the strangest encounter I’ve ever had.

4. When’s the last time you were starstruck?

You know, Bo, I don’t really get starstruck, because I don’t believe being on TV or the radio makes you no more [important] than being born in the mud makes you a pig. I believe we’re all the same, but I tell you what, when I knew things were really changing, Colt Ford called my house and left me a message. And Jason Aldean told me he wanted me to take him on a repossession. I weren’t like a banana no more, I wasn’t just hanging with the bunch. That was the two coolest things that have happened to me since this show started.

5. What are three things you have to have in your fridge or pantry?

Milk, Coca-Cola and [pain reliever] BC Powder.

6. When did you start calling everyone “Bo”?

I’ve always done that. When I was younger I called everyone “mug” or “cuz,” but everyone says “mug” or “cuz.” I was a Dukes of Hazzard fan. You know, “Come on, Bo!” So I just started calling everyone Bo.

7. Does the constant speculation of how real Lizard Lick Towing is (or isn’t) ever bother you?

It really doesn’t, Bo, because we’re a real company and we’re real people. That’s why we’ve had the success we’ve had, because we’re the realest reality show on TV. Bar none. I’ll put us up against anybody. When you see blood on our show, that’s our blood. We’re not faking those things — you can check with our doctors. We’re not actors, we don’t get paid to act. We don’t have a script.

Photo: Courtesy of truTV

21 Comments

  1. I am a fan of yours and would like to know if you are going to film more shows for another season. I will be very dissapointed if you don’t.

  2. Please tell me ron & amy are really married….it would break my heart if they really wasn’t….they are a great couple…………..love ya !!!!!

  3. Finally a good wholesome down to earth show from our neck of the woods. I agree with some of the others, I think it should be an hour long show. Ron,Bobby & Juicy are by far the best on the show, don’t get me wrong Amy’s ok, she just talks to much and comes across as to bosses and smart mouth and very unappreciative of what she has. On one hand tells Ron don’t do dangerous jobs an then wants to go out an fight someone, “ReallY” Amy? a Mother with a one yr old plus your boys? now whos crazy. I think we could use a little more of the other 3 and a little less of Amy. Just my opinion an you know what they say about (Opinion)there like **#*& everyone has one.

  4. Amy, you ROCK!!!!!! I think you are tougher than any of the men.You guys run an awesome succesful buisness. I can also see that you guys amy fight but you still have alot of love and respect for one another. Keep it coming. My eight year old daughter will not move when your show is on. She thinks you guys are heros. Jennifer Sanchez

  5. This show is now airing in Spain. I was immediately taken in by it, and am just now searching the web to find out exactly HOW “real” the reality is. I think the show as one of the best presentaions of personalities and characters among similar shows. The variations -like the guys going to New York or reposessing a boat- is just excellent for lasting appeal. Bits and pieces of their more private life and family makes you bother and care more for the shows stars. Really well put together!

  6. they are down to earth people.my family met them at the nwtf banquet in nashville.great people great show.

  7. I love this show. Would like to know about the two little boys that walked Amy down the asile. I enjoy watching the reruns and would not mind seeing the show last longer. Looking foreward to another season.

  8. Absolutely love Lizard Lick! Wish it was an hour long show instead of 30minutes! Also needs to be on all the time. No breaks! Lol! But seriously, make it an hour!!!!!! Love u guys bunches n I hope someday I get the pleasure of meeting the gang. It’s on my bucket list n with my quickly failing health I might not get to cross it off unfortunately. Anyway love ya’s n stay safe’

  9. Would like to know some of Amys’ makeup secrets, and what she uses. My sweetie thinks she is a cutie with those eyes.

  10. Yall have one of the greatest reality shows. I enjoy how instead of cussing Ron uses phrases that make me laugh. Also a shout out to Amy, Bobbie,and Big Juicy.

  11. I truley love to watch this show , cause its the real thing. May your Angels always be with you now and forever.

  12. Judy and i run a motel 24/7 and everyone here says we are like Ron and Amy having to deal with things at the motel customers fighting here having to call the cops or us putting them out ourselves cause we do extended stay local

  13. I met Ron and Bobby in Lynchburg, Va. to me they were just as down to earth as anybody. I would love to meet the whole crew at lizard lick. Love all you guys. Be careful and safe. God bless yall.

  14. God Bless the Lizard Lick Crew!!!! An awesome group of people that can stir up a hornets nest, and sometimes be as sweet as honey. I admire Ron and Amy’s story, and not to leave the rest out, they are just great people. How many friends have your back like Bobby and Juicy? xoxo

  15. Are you guys as crazy and down to earth as you act ?? I love you and Amy and Bobby !!!!! You are my entertainment on Monday nights. Love you guys !!!!!

  16. i love the show i look at it all the time you an bobhby is funny bo i tell you it make my night

  17. why is it called lizard lick
    i would love to have a 1 of your hats to wear, it would be a great pleasure to have one

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