‘American Pickers’ Mike Wolfe Reflects on ‘Loss and Heartache’ in Vulnerable Post 3 Months After Frank Fritz’s Death
'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Reflects on 'Loss and Heartache' in Vulnerable Post 3 Months After Frank Fritz's Death
American Pickers star Mike Wolfe is reflecting on a year filled with ups and downs, with one of the lowest points being the loss of his best friend and former co-star, Frank Fritz.
Wolfe, 60, took to Instagram on Tuesday, Dec. 31, to share a photo of himself sitting on a secondhand couch, surrounded by bicycles. Wolfe wore a white t-shirt and jeans in the pic, along with a wide grin.
“I chose this photo to post because this is where I’m at right now in my life, happy, content and excited about the future,” he wrote in the caption.
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“This past year has brought loss and some heart ache but it also has beautiful moments with my daughter and family,” he continued.
“The projects that I have thrown myself into have inspired me to do more. Turning 60 this year has centered me and brought me to a place in my mind that I feel at peace and I love that my circle is getting much smaller so I can be present more with the ones I love. I’m incredibly blessed for all of your support.”
Wolfe went on to express his gratitude for having the opportunity to “tell stories and focus on the history, people, and places that continue to bring us all together” for the past 15 years.
“I fall in love with America over and over again when I travel,” he added. “There is no such thing as a nobody or a place that is nowhere. Now more the [sic] ever let’s seek and find common ground. 2025 We got this!!! 🙏”
Wolfe’s followers raved about his optimistic outlook.
“Nice to see such a positive attitude,” one fan wrote.
“Perfect attitude and insight. Thanks for the pep talk, buddy!” a second agreed.
Several Instagram users shared how much American Pickers meant to them.
“Happy New Year!!! I started picking cause of your show! Now i own a full time business!!” someone commented.
Another person opened up about suffering their own loss and how American Pickers brought them comfort.
“Happy New Years Eve Mike! My husband and I have been watching Pickers since day one and until we started watching we didn’t know that what we loved even had a name! I lost him two years ago but some of my fondest Tv memories with him lie in your show. So, I thank you. The episodes lie so close to my heart, Ty and Frank for making them. And, I’m sorry you lost your buddy. I understand how that feels. ❤️.”
