Why Did Mary Padian Leave ‘Storage Wars’? Inside Her Exit & Life Today
Mary Padian was one of the stars of Storage Wars from Seasons 5 to 12 (and showed up in one episode of Season 13). After appearing in Seasons 2 and 3 of the spinoff Storage Wars: Texas, she joined the flagship show for three episodes of Season 5 in 2014 before becoming one of the main buyers in Season 6.
Padian got her start as the owner of Mary’s Finds, where she turned “everyday trash into beautiful furnishings to sell to local interior designers.” This led her to begin attending storage auctions for raw materials.
It’s now been more than four years since Padian has been in an episode of Storage Wars (and six years since she was a regular cast member). Scroll down to find out what happened and what she’s up to now.
Why did Mary Padian leave Storage Wars?
Padian has not publicly spoken about her reason for leaving Storage Wars, but her decision to move back to Texas from California likely had something to do with it. The purpose of her Season 13 appearance in 2021 was so she could reveal that she was heading home.
It seems like Padian was ready to return to her roots and her own business, rather than appearing on the television show. She’s also been very dedicated to Ubuntu Life, a charity that makes “high-quality, handmade products that provide sustainable and meaningful employment” for women in Kenya.
View this post on Instagram
What happened to Mary Padian?
While Padian closed the physical storefront of Mary’s Finds amid the COVID-19 pandemic, she continues to run an online version of the store.
“Mary’s Finds is an eclectic mix of handmade, vintage & one-of-a kind home goods I have collected from treasure hunting around Texas. Expect collectibles, glassware, toys, ceramics, and more,” her website says. “I rummage through wreckage to salvage vintage!”
In addition to running her store, Padian has become a bit of a social media influencer and often posts ads for various brands on her Instagram. Plus, she gives her thrifting tips in more personal videos.
Did Mary Padian get married?
Padian’s exact relationship status is unclear, but she did seemingly hard-launch a new man on Instagram in September. She posted a series of photos with a man she identified as Pierce in the caption.
View this post on Instagram
“Adventures in Austin, Tx with Pierce! (The guy without an insta account) ❤️,” Padian wrote.
One photo featured the apparent couple sunbathing on the beach, while another showed them posing on a balcony, and other shots showed them in selfies in the car and at a restaurant. She did not include any other specifics in the caption.
Storage Wars, Season 16, Saturdays, 9/8c, A&E
Conversation33 Comments
Please read the TV Insider Community Guidelines.
Comments are closed on this story.
-
G
I loved Mary. She was one of my favorite characters. I was sorry to see her leave the show.
29 2
-
G
I like Mery she was great n I loved watching her. Miss you girl I wish you the best. Ignore all the stupid people. Their just jealous.
24 2
-
O
mary and (it doesnt take much to spell the whole word) and they're.
1
-
-
G
You ppl are so ignorant. Like you would be better? I like her. I think that she is funny. She's not childish. You all are, for being rude and ignorant. Get over it.
25 3
-
G
I miss the whole show. Storage Wars needs to be added back into programming. Just don't bring DAVE back.Can't stand Dave Hester
20 3
-
R
She irritated me at first also, but she grows on you & my thoughts is she wasn't comfortable with a camera on her which caused her to act the way she did. Ppl need to be more kind she is human just like the rest of us & you ppl should be ashamed of yourselves for all the hate for no reason, obviously not Christians or you wouldn't be so harsh & abrasive. I l think Mary is a really good person. None judgemental, & it shows with her on the shows. Unlike others........
20 4
-
O
Has nothing to do with christianity. The nastiest, meanest people I've ever known are christians.
4 1
-
C
They are Christians that's the problem. Christians are some of the most hateful judgmental folks I've ever known
1 1
-
-
J
Mary was the best. Forgive me having a small crush. Wish you the best.
4
-
J
There was something about her. My GF summed it up best she called her "Squirrely" and I was like Yep. Overall I like her and find her to be one of the less annoying and more down to earth characters.
5 2
-
P
Brandie is the definition of hot!!!
1
-
C
I loved all of them
-
R
Only small in statue but pure dynamite... what a gal....👍😊
-
R
Always enjoyed watching Mary...I wish her all the best..
-
F
people are morons and so are you
-
G
Like Keith Whitney's song, " You say it best when you say nothing at all". That's Mary!
-
C
I believe he died, so he will not be back.
-
G
She was okay, but she laughed like a cartoon donkey..
-
G
I find Lisa to not be entertaining.
-
O
There are no more auctions in person - all done on-line
-
B
I would like to hook up
7 7
-
B
Me too she's cool. Just for conversation.
2
-
-
G
WOW, you must be really hard up....
2
-
P
Dumb Daryl : Gay Dave ; I. Know girls that will kick his ass ! Ivy thinks he will get a spin off.he has no taste corny as hell and no style. Barrys a nut case !
5
-
O
Mary was one of the most aggravating ever! She was way too silly and that voice she would use!!
1 15
-
P
She needs mental help. Not dealing with reality, acts like a 10 year old
2 23
-
C
You want sum ice to go with that haterade you drinking
3
-
-
G
I thought she acted to childish, silly- and that baby-voice—— UGH
6 30
-
R
Says someone who don't know how to complete a correct sentence.
4 1
-
O
*too. Mary sounds smarter than you do.
1
-
P
Jealous.
2
-
C
Your pain runs deep. Don't ever have kids they'll drive you up the wall
-
-
G
She was a pain. Her and Kenny should have never joined the show. It went down hill after they both joined the cast
5 41