Frank Fritz, the former co-host of American Pickers, passed away at the age of 60 on September 30, 2024. He had been dealing with several health issues in recent years, including a stroke in 2022. Fritz, who gained fame traveling across the U.S. to collect antiques, was remembered by his longtime friend and co-star Mike Wolfe, who announced the news and shared how much Fritz meant to him. Though the exact cause of death has not been revealed, Fritz had struggled with health complications for a few years prior.
About Frank Fritz
Frank Fritz was an American television personality best known for co-hosting the popular History Channel show American Pickers. Born in Davenport, Iowa, Fritz had a lifelong passion for collecting antiques. His career began as a fire inspector, where he would explore buildings and collect items, but he later transitioned into antique “picking” full-time.
In American Pickers, which debuted in 2010, Fritz and his co-host Mike Wolfe traveled across the U.S., searching for valuable antiques to resell, often focusing on rural areas and small towns. Fritz was particularly drawn to antique toys and quirky collectibles. The show gained a large following, making Fritz a recognizable figure in the reality TV world. 
Was Frank Fritz married?
Frank Fritz was not married. Although he had been in a long-term relationship with a woman named Diann Bankson, their relationship ended publicly and contentiously. The two were reportedly engaged at one point, but they split after a series of issues, including legal disputes. In 2020, Fritz filed a lawsuit against Bankson, accusing her of causing emotional distress after an incident in which she allegedly entered his home while he was away and accidentally caused a fire. Despite these personal challenges, there are no records indicating that Fritz ever married.
Although he had been in a long-term relationship with Diann Bankson, Frank Fritz did not have any children.
