American Pickers star Frank Fritz dies at 60

American Pickers star Frank Fritz has passed away at 60 after suffering a stroke in 2022.

Frank Fritz, star of the popular TV show American Pickers, has died at the age of 60 following complications from a stroke he suffered in 2022. His co-star and longtime friend Mike Wolfe shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, saying, "It’s with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night." Wolfe reflected on their decades-long friendship, adding, "We’ve been on countless trips... I love you buddy and will miss you so much."

 

 

 

 

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Fritz had appeared on American Pickers from 2010 until his final episode in 2020. After suffering a stroke in 2022, he had been in and out of the hospital and rehabilitation. Despite earlier reports of his condition improving, Fritz remained under a conservatorship due to his health issues.

Other American Pickers stars, including Danielle Colby and Robbie Wolfe, also paid tribute to Fritz, with Colby sharing, “Frank, I will miss your ability to make everyone laugh... you will be missed for so many reasons.”