Frank Fritz, former co-host of “American Pickers,” dies at 60

Frank Fritz, the former co-host of the popular History Channel series “American Pickers,” has died at the age of 60.

According to NBC News, no cause of death was announced, but Fritz had kept a low public profile since his massive stroke two years ago.

In the series, Fritz traveled the back streets of America with co-host and childhood friend Mike Wolfe in search of unusual antiques and collectibles.

According to People, Fritz appeared in 308 episodes starting in 2010 before leaving the series in 2021, in part due to conflicts with Wolfe.

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 have known Frank for more than half of my life and what you saw on television was always what I saw: a dreamer who was as sensitive as he was funny. Just as he was off camera, Frank had the opportunity to reach the hearts of so many just by being himself.

“Who would have ever thought that we would be sharing the cockpit of a white van in front of millions of people interested in our adventures?

“Before the show, we set off together to places we never knew existed, with no destination in mind, but only with a shared passion to discover something interesting and historical.

“We have taken countless trips and covered so many miles together and I feel blessed to have been by his side as he made one final journey home. I love you buddy and will miss you so much, I know you are in a better place.”

The History Channel and Cineflix Productions, producers of “American Pickers,” released a joint statement ″I will always remember “the bearded charmer” and his never-ending search for vintage motorcycles and bicycles. Our thoughts are with Frank’s loved ones during this difficult time. We will miss him very much.”