What Happened to Mary Padian In Storage Wars?

After The Storage War premiered in 2010, it eventually gained popularity among viewers. There is no telling what makes this movie series so captivating; perhaps it is due to the remarkable discoveries or simply the adrenaline-pumping biddings.

The show became a hit, and its success is what led to the creation of spin-offs like Storage Wars: Texas that expanded the A&E show's territory and invited passionate pickers across the nation.

One such professional treasure hunter who came aboard for the second season of the series is Mary Padian. Despite questions that she throws at herself about the situation she is in, the 41-year-old suddenly became a fan favorite. And after 5 years of her term, she became an important cast member of the show. Over the years, Mary Padian charmed her fans with her cheerful personality, and she is one of the reasons why viewers have continued to watch the show over the years.

One such professional treasure hunter who came aboard for the second season of the series is Mary Padian. Despite questions that she throws at herself about the situation she is in, the 41-year-old suddenly became a fan favorite. And after 5 years of her term, she became an important cast member of the show. Over the years, Mary Padian charmed her fans with her cheerful personality, and she is one of the reasons why viewers have continued to watch the show over the years.

However, the series was canceled in 2014, leaving Mary without a TV gig for the time being. Hence, they petitioned for Mary to be included in the original cast and, certainly, their call was answered by the A&E network. The network obliged and gave her an opportunity to show her treasure hunting prowess within the next 5 years. The Storage Wars announced that the series would be going on a long hiatus. Thus, it left us with these questions: 'What happened to Mary Padian after the hiatus?' And what is she up to today? '

Losing her TV role in Storage Wars did not leave her without a career. On the contrary, it gave her time to focus on her shop named 'Mary's Finds,' which sells vintage accessories, clothing, home goods, and antique furniture. She also sells quality merchandise promoting herself, and it includes an autograph from her.

Ever since, she has been fascinated by the art of transforming junk into materials and valuable commodities ever since, and she was often referred to as 'Junkyard Queen' or 'Junkster' on the set of Storage Wars. It almost seemed that she was destined to be chosen as a part of the series, because in real life she had been drawn into treasure hunting, and it is probably the reason why the role fits her. Mary's father, John Padian, also owned a company that collects scrap metal and melts it down, then sends it back overseas for reuse. Mary has not only embraced the background of her father but also turned it out as a career of her own.

Mary also has a degree in photojournalism, which she earned last year at the University of Texas. She sometimes writes an article aimed to promote her business, 'Mary Finds'. She also creates AD videos that teach others how to find affordable but aesthetic furniture.

She also worked in the antique restoration industry for a long time. It taught her to become familiar with precious and unusual objects. Her experience in this industry greatly helped her to run her business more efficiently.

After the hiatus in 2019, Mary returned to Texas to become a part of a charity close to her heart called Ubuntu Life. In her free time, she is an advocate of a charitable organization that works to raise money by selling fair-trade crafts made by the hands of Kenyan women. The earned money will be used to operate a clinic for children with neurological issues across the country. At the same time, Kenyan mothers making the crafts offer them sustainable jobs for the long term. She featured this activism on her Twitter and Instagram accounts when she introduced a product made by their joining forces with Ubuntu Life named 'Joy Bracelet'. The products were designed and manufactured in Kenya and all the earnings will directly go to the charity.

Mary is not only an entrepreneur and an actress, but she also has a kind heart as well. It is quite reassuring to see some from television—a business that is usually framed by selfishness and interpersonal drama—who are so eager to take their fame and give back in all the right ways. Even if her career in the Storage Wars does not continue and her fame fades, it is certain that the kindness of Mary will not be dimmed.

Storage Wars' most awaited return to TV on March 8, 2022, fans have been searching for America's most favorite pickers in the show. But, they could not find Mary. However, when Season 13 of the show was taking place, she was transitioned from one of the chief's show buyers to a guest star. So, it just means that she will be on the show less and that she won't be part of the original cast anymore.

Regardless of Mary's being a less-frequent star, the show is still doing great. It is still accompanied by excitement, drama, wonder, and relief for those who were disappointed when the series announced a hiatus. While we will be seeing Mary briefly in the show, it seems that she is doing fine based on her Instagram videos.