Creator Mike Wolfe announced the passing of his friend Frank Fritz on his Facebook page. Wolfe described Fritz as a sensitive and funny dreamer who was the same off camera as he was on. He expressed gratitude for being by Fritz’s side for his final journey home. Fritz, known for appearing alongside Wolfe on the show “American Pickers,” passed away on September 30, 2024. This news was confirmed by a representative for the History Channel and Cineflix Production, the producers of “American Pickers.” Fritz had been hospitalized two years prior due to suffering a stroke. The statement expressed condolences and mentioned that Frank had been filming “American Pickers” for over a decade.