Frank Fritz, former co-host of the popular History Channel series “American Pickers,” has died at age 60.
No cause of death was announced, but Fritz had kept a low public profile since suffering a debilitating stroke two years ago. according to NBC News.
In the series, Fritz traveled the back roads of America in search of antiques and unusual collectibles with co-host and childhood friend Mike Wolfe.
Fritz appeared in 308 episodes starting in 2010 before leaving in 2021, partly due to conflicts with Wolfe. according to People.
The two reportedly did not speak for two years, but reconciled after Fritz’s stroke.
“It is with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night.
“I’ve known Frank for more than half my life and what you’ve seen on TV has always been what I’ve seen, a dreamer who was as sensitive as he was funny. Just like off camera, Frank had a way of reaching the hearts of many simply by being himself.
“Who would have imagined that we would share the cabin of a white cargo van in front of millions of people interested in our adventures?
“Before the show, we traveled together to places we never knew existed with no destination in mind and only a shared passion to discover something interesting and historic.
“We have taken countless trips and shared so many miles and I feel blessed to have been by his side as he took the final journey home. I love you friend and I will miss you very much. I know you are in a better place.”
History Channel and Cineflix Productions, producers of “American Pickers,” issued a joint statement saying that ″You will always remember ‘the bearded charmer’ and his incessant search for old motorcycles and motorbikes. Our thoughts are with Frank’s loved ones during this difficult time. “We will miss him deeply.”
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