Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson, a father of four boys, has just discovered he's a father of five – thanks to a DNA test which has led to the discovery of a long lost daughter.

Bombshell:  Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson revealed he has a 45-year-old daughter from an extramarital affair on his podcast on Thursday .

Betrayal: The reality star is seen here with his wife Kay in 2013.

'We know that in all things – in all things – even sin, God works for the good of those who love him who have been called according to his purpose,' he said; seen here at a rally for Roy Moore in 2017.

'We know that in all things – in all things – even sin, God works for the good of those who love him who have been called according to his purpose,' he said, in a paraphrase from the bible.  ?

They've got a sister: The Robertsons' story is just one of many accounts of long-lost family members coming to the fore thanks to the newfound trend of DNA research with companies like 23andMe; Willie, Phil, Jase and Si Robertson seen in a promo shot for Duck Dynasty c.

The professional duck hunter, who is a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, added that his family has already met his daughter Phylliss, and that fans will get to hear her side of things on an upcoming episode of his Unashamed podcast

Growing family: Phil said his family has already met his daughter Phylliss, and that fans will get to hear her side of things on an upcoming podcast episode; Phil (right) seen here in 2013 with (from right) brother Si, wife Kay, son Jase, daughter-in-law Korie, and son Willie Robertson

Patriarch: The show followed Phil Robertson and his well-off Louisiana clan, known for their successful duck-hunting business; seen in 2012

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