Frank Fritz, known for his role in the show “American Pickers,” has passed away at the age of 60.
His close friend and co-star, Mike Wolfe, confirmed the news of Fritz’s death through an emotional post on Instagram and Facebook, revealing that Fritz had passed away on Monday.
Expressing his grief, Wolfe shared, “It’s with a heavy heart that I inform you of Frank’s passing last night.”
He continued, “I’ve known Frank for more than half my life, and what you see on TV is exactly who he was – a dreamer with a sensitive and humorous soul. He touched many hearts simply by being himself.”
While the cause of death was not specified, Fritz had previously been hospitalized for a stroke two years ago.
Wolfe reminisced about their shared passion for exploring unknown places and discovering historic artifacts, stating, “We’ve been on countless journeys together.” He concluded, “I feel grateful to have been there with him on his final journey. I miss you, buddy.”
Frank Fritz co-hosted “American Pickers” with Mike Wolfe since 2010, traveling across the US in search of rare treasures. Fritz’s dedication to the show earned him the title of ‘the bearded charmer.’
The History Channel and the producers of the show paid tribute to Fritz, describing him as a beloved member of their family who will be deeply missed.
In addition to his television career, Fritz owned an antique store and was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame in 2019.
Despite facing various health challenges, Fritz’s legacy as a motorcycle enthusiast and collector will live on.
Vocabulary List:
- Grief /ɡriːf/ (noun): Deep sorrow or distress caused by loss.
- Journey /ˈdʒɜːrni/ (noun): The act of traveling from one place to another; a process of personal change.
- Legacy /ˈlɛɡəsi/ (noun): Something handed down from an ancestor or from the past.
- Tribute /ˈtrɪbjuːt/ (noun): An act statement or gift intended to show gratitude respect or admiration.
- Hospitalized /ˈhɒspɪtəlaɪzd/ (verb): Admitted to a hospital for medical treatment.
- Artifacts /ˈɑːrtɪfæks/ (noun): Objects made by humans typically an item of cultural or historical interest.
