Frank Fritz's cause of death has been confirmed following the reality TV icon's passing at the age of 60. The American Pickers legend suffered from a range of health issues following a serious stroke in 2022. Speaking to TMZ this evening, a representative for the late star confirmed the effects of the debilitating stroke was the reason for his untimely death on Monday.
Frank was reportedly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease ahead of his death, which the outlet reported 'may have [also] played a role' in his passing. One of the late star's longtime friend's Annette Oberlander confirmed the 60-year-old died at a hospice facility in Davenport, Iowa. American Pickers burst onto our screens under its original moniker The Pickers when it premiered on the History Channel on January 18, 2010.
This reality TV hit gave viewers an inside look at the adventure-filled world of Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they scoured America for elusive collectables and national treasures often finding themselves bartering for items that would either enhance their personal troves or be flipped for profit at their well-stocked antique stores. Frank's last stint on the show was back in March 2020, when he took time off to recover from an intensive back surgery that left him with a whopping 185 stitches and two rods implanted in his spine. Post-surgery, Frank embarked on a transformative health journey, shedding a remarkable 65 pounds and deciding to cut alcohol out of his life.
Despite having hopes of retur.