American Pickers star Frank Fritz dies aged 60 as co-star pays heartfelt tribute Kitty Chrisp, 10/1/2024 Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," has passed away at 60. Co-star Mike Wolfe shared a heartfelt tribute, reminiscing about their adventures and the deep bond they shared. Fritz's legacy as a dreamer and antique enthusiast will be fondly remembered by fans and friends alike. American Pickers actor Frank Fritz has died at the age of 60, his co-star and friend Mike Wolfe has announced.
The History Channel series followed Mike and Fritz as they travelled around the US on the hunt for antique treasures.
Fritz starred in the reality show alongside Mile since its debut in 2010, but in 2021 the former announced his departure citing health issues, including suffering from Crohn's disease and going through back surgery.
In July 2022, he was hospitalised with a stroke, and two years later he died during the night of September 30, 2024.
Sharing the news over Instagram with a picture of the pair smiling side by side, Mike wrote a touching tribute, which read: 'It's with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night.
'I've know Frank for more then half my life and what you've seen on TV has always been what I have seen, a dreamer who was just as sensitive as he was funny. The same off camera as he was on, Frank had a way of reaching the hearts of so many by just being himself.
'Who would have ever dreamed we would share the cockpit of a white cargo van in front of millions of people interested in our adventures.
'Before the show we would take off together to places we never knew existed with no destination in mind and just the shared passion to discover something interesting and historic.
'We've been on countless trips and shared so many miles and I feel blessed that I was there by his side when he took one last journey home. I love you buddy and will miss you so much I know your in a better place.'
