Why did Frank Fritz leave American Pickers? Former star dies at 60

In July 2021, according to USA TODAY, Wolfe confirmed on Instagram that Fritz — who died Monday at age 60, two years after suffering a stroke — would no longer appear on the show, writing that he would “miss” Frank.

So why did he leave? Here’s what you should know.

Why did Frank Fritz leave American Pickers?

In his 2021 message, Wolfe described the couple’s close relationship, USA TODAY reported. However, Fritz told The Sun in July 2021 that the two had an argument.

“I haven’t spoken to Mike in two years,” Fritz told the publication.

Fritz said he finished filming last season and then took time off for back surgery. And then the pandemic came. Fritz said Wolfe “knew my back was bad, but he didn’t call me and ask how I was doing. It just is.”