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Newsweek
2 days ago
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'American Pickers' Star Danielle Speaks Out On Frank's Death—'Huge Loss'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. American Pickers star Danielle Colby has spoken out about late co-star Frank Fritz's death in a new interview with Newsweek. The Context Fritz died on September 30 at the age of 60. American Pickers is a reality television show that skyrocketed in popularity following its premiere in January 2010. The series was first led by Mike Wolfe and Fritz as they scoured the United States for vintage collectables that could be resold for a profit. Colby, meanwhile, worked as Wolfe's office manager for his antique store, Antique Archaeology. Today, the show is in its 27th season and has continued with Wolfe's brother, Rob Wolfe. (L) Danielle Colby poses for a photo wearing glasses, a brown belt and blue jeans. (R) Late "American Pickers" star Frank Fritz attends the grand opening of the History Pop Shop on December 6, 2010... (L) Danielle Colby poses for a photo wearing glasses, a brown belt and blue jeans. (R) Late "American Pickers" star Frank Fritz attends the grand opening of the History Pop Shop on December 6, 2010 in New York City. More The HISTORY Channel/American Pickers; Charles Eshelman/FilmMagic What To Know Colby—who prefers "they/them" pronouns—opened up about Fritz as the one-year anniversary of his death approaches. "Boy, we miss Frank. We miss his laughter. We miss his sense of humor," Colby told Newsweek. "I think his sense of humor was the most important piece of his personality that really kept us together and kept things on the same thread. And it was, man, that sense of humor is sharp. A very, very witty man." "I miss those rare moments where he was emotionally vulnerable and would give me a hug or, you know, call up and ask questions, or ask for advice," they continued. "I miss those moments when he was able to kind of like reach out very personally." "We love Frank and we miss him. Huge loss. Huge loss for the community here in the Quad Cities. Huge loss the world. Huge, huge loss for us." Colby, 49, opened their new burlesque museum on June 21 and shared how Wolfe, 61, supported them ahead of its launch. "He is one of my very best friends. I don't think that's something that could ever change," Colby told Newsweek of their friendship with Wolfe, which began prior to American Pickers fame. "Our families are way too intertwined. I mean, at this point, there's no divorcing from one another for sure." "What bonded Mike and I from the beginning is we both are avid collectors of what we love. I love burlesque history, and so that's what I collect, but Mike also loves burlesque history, and so he collects a little bit of it too," they said, noting that Wolfe donated items to the museum and has "helped us in accessing a lot of items that we otherwise maybe wouldn't have been able to access so easily." "He's like a big brother, so I'm really lucky that we were great friends before the show started," they said. What People Are Saying Following Fritz's death, Wolfe penned a lengthy message via Instagram: "It's with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night." "I've [known] Frank for more then half my life and what you've seen on TV has always been what I have seen, a dreamer who was just as sensitive as he was funny. The same off camera as he was on, Frank had a way of reaching the hearts of so many by just being himself." "Who would have ever dreamed we would share the cockpit of a white cargo van in front of millions of people interested in our adventures." "Before the show we would take off together to places we never knew existed with no destination in mind and just the shared passion to discover something interesting and historic." "We've been on countless trips and shared so many miles and I feel blessed that I was there by his side when he took one last journey home. I love you buddy and will miss you so much I know your in a better place." What Happens Next A new season of American Pickers began on July 2, with a total of eight episodes airing weekly at 8 p.m. ET on the History Channel.
Newsweek
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
When Is 'American Pickers' Coming Back? Danielle Reveals Season 27 Air Date
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. American Pickers has a premiere date for Season 27, the show's star Danielle Colby told Newsweek. The Context American Pickers quickly became a History Channel hit following its debut in January 2010. The series follows collectors in search of unique artifacts in small towns and back roads throughout the United States. The show was first hosted by Mike Wolfe and his childhood pal, Frank Fritz, while Colby—who is also a longtime friend of Wolfe—worked as his office manager for his antique store, Antique Archaeology. Following Fritz's death in September 2024, the show has continued with Wolfe's brother, Rob Wolfe. Mike Wolfe from History Channel's "American Pickers" attends the grand opening of the History Pop Shop on December 6, 2010 in New York City. Mike Wolfe from History Channel's "American Pickers" attends the grand opening of the History Pop Shop on December 6, 2010 in New York To Know American Pickers' new season will premiere on July 2 on the History Channel, Colby told Newsweek. "It is confirmed! It is July 2," they said. Season 26 concluded in January, and fans have been waiting patiently for the next season to begin. While speaking with Newsweek, Colby—who prefers "they/them" pronouns—revealed their favorite memories from the show. "I just love our time on the road because our time in the road is freedom," they said. "We have an opportunity to just kind of absorb ourselves in what we love." They added that the "Mole Man" episode from Season 1 was their "favorite," noting that their conversation with Wolfe was something "nobody else is privy to." "Mole Man" aired in March 2010 and featured "Mole Man" Ron, a collector with a 26-room underground storage space. "Those conversations were incredible, and it was a magical moment for TV, and it was a magical moment for all of us because we were all experiencing something new and different as well." What People Are Saying In an interview with People in March, Wolfe said American Pickers would go on hiatus after filming wraps in June: "We haven't done that in 15 years, so that's going to feel good. For 15 years, we have just been going and going and going... I think we're going to have at least four or five months off, so it's going to be good." What Happens Next On Saturday, June 21, Colby opened their burlesque museum called the Ecdysiast Arts Museum in Davenport, Iowa. They told Newsweek that their husband, Jeremy Scheuch, and their children, Miles and Memphis, pitched in to help ahead of its grand opening. American Pickers Season 27 returns on Wednesday, July 2, at 9 p.m. ET on the History Channel.
