Cause of death of ‘American Pickers’ star Frank Fritz revealed

The cause of death of “American Pickers” star Frank Fritz has been released.

The reality star, who died on September 30 at the age of 60, died from “late consequences of a cerebral infarction,” according to Fritz’s death certificate. tmz,

This condition is commonly known as stroke.

Fritz’s death certificate also stated that his stroke was caused by cerebral vascular disease, a group of conditions that affect blood flow and blood vessels in the brain. University of Michigan Health.

The reality TV star also had aortic stenosisa chronic condition that can limit the amount of blood flowing from the heart to the rest of the body, and COPDor chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a condition caused by damage to the airways or other parts of the lungs that blocks airflow and makes breathing difficult. According to official documentation, both of these conditions contributed to Fritz’s death.

Fritz’s co-star and friend Mike Wolfe announced the History Channel alumnus’ shocking death on social media on Tuesday, October 1.

“It is with a broken heart that I share with you all that Frank passed away last night,” he wrote. Instagram“I’ve known Frank for more than half my life and what you’ve seen on TV has always been exactly what I’ve seen, a dreamer who was as funny as he was sensitive. Even off camera, Frank had a way of reaching many people’s hearts just by being himself.”

Fritz was hospitalized for a stroke two years before his death.

“Before the show we would go together to places we never knew existed, with no destination in mind and just a shared passion for finding something interesting and historic,” said Wolfe, 60. Miles.”

“I feel blessed to have been with him as he took his last journey home,” the star wrote at the end of his post. I love you friend and will miss you so much, I know you are in a better place.

Fritz and Wolfe co-hosted “American Pickers” since 2010, traveling around America in search of rare artifacts and treasures to sell in antique shops or add to their personal collections.

The History Channel and “American Pickers” producer Cineflix Productions told The Post in a joint statement Tuesday: “We are sad to announce that our friend and beloved member of The History Channel and American Pickers family, Frank Fritz Died on September 30, 2024. Frank filmed American Pickers for over a decade.

He further added, “We will always remember the ‘bearded hottie’ and his never-ending search for vintage motorcycles and bikes. Our thoughts are with Frank’s loved ones at this difficult time. He will be deeply missed.”

In July 2022, Wolfe shared the news of Fritz’s stroke on Instagram.

“I’ve been very private this past year regarding Franks’ life and his journey,” he captioned his post at the time. “There have been a lot of opinions regarding Frank and I’s friendship and the show but now is not the time to set the record straight. Now it’s time to pray for my friend.”

“Frank has had a stroke and is in the hospital. Please keep him in your hearts and thoughts,” Wolfe added. “Frank, I pray more than anything that you fix this. I love you buddy.”

Fritz stopped appearing on “American Pickers” during season 21 and was later replaced by Wolfe’s brother, Rob.