‘American Pickers’ star Mike Wolfe says he held Frank Fritz’s hand when late co-star ‘took his last breath’

“American Pickers” star Mike Wolfe recently shared his emotional final moments with his late co-star Frank Fritz before his passing. The two had been friends since childhood and co-hosted the History Channel series for 10 years. Despite a falling-out during the show’s 21st season, they were able to mend their friendship before Fritz passed away from complications of a stroke at the age of 60. Wolfe rushed to be by Fritz’s side and shared heartfelt words before his friend’s passing. Wolfe reflected on their friendship, Fritz’s support, and the challenges Fritz faced with addiction. Despite efforts to help Fritz, the show had to move on without him due to his struggles with addiction. Wolfe expressed mixed emotions about continuing without his friend and feeling like “the last man standing” after Fritz’s departure. Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz had a falling-out but later reconciled their friendship. Wolfe compared the rift to losing a brother and struggled to hear the hurtful things Fritz had said. Despite the disagreement, Wolfe never disconnected from Fritz and continued to support him. They had an emotional reconciliation, with Wolfe forgiving Fritz for his actions while struggling with addiction. Although a potential on-screen reunion for “American Pickers” was no longer possible due to Fritz’s health struggles, their friendship remained strong until Fritz’s passing. Wolfe remembers Fritz as a beautiful person and wants people to know who he truly was.