A friend of Frank Fritz has filed for an emergency conservatorship of the American Pickers star, claiming that Frank’s July 2022 stroke has left the former co-host “unable to care for himself.”
According to The Sun, Frank’s friend filed an emergency appointment of temporary guardian and conservator for the 58-year-old on August 18, a month after Frank was hospitalized after suffering a stroke. Frank remained hospitalized for a month following the incident and was reportedly set to be released to a nursing facility August 19.
In documents filed in Iowa, Frank’s “longtime friend” claimed the stroke has impaired Frank’s “decision-making capacity” to the point where the History Channel star is no longer able to care for his own safety or provide necessities such as food, shelter, clothing or medical care.
“[Frank’s] decision-making capacity is so impaired that he is unable to make, communicate, or carry out important decisions concerning his own financial affairs,” the documents continue.
A doctor reportedly confirmed in the court documents that Frank “does not have decisional capacity,” with the file noting that decisions need to be made for Frank “while he continues to recover and receive treatment for his injuries.”
While it is being requested that a separate “longtime friend” be Frank’s guardian, a bank would be named the conservator and handle Frank’s financial affairs. Financial obligations include paying for Frank’s residential facility, control of business interests, mortgage, everyday living expenses, transportation to medical appointments and more.
As fans of ‘American Pickers’ may recall, Frank mysteriously disappeared from the History Channel series in 2020, with his co-host Mike Wolfe providing a vague explanation for his absence, stating it was due to Frank having back surgery. Frank revealed in an interview the following year that he and Mike hadn’t spoken in two years. Frank also accused ‘American Pickers’ of being “tilted” to make Mike the star and insinuated that Mike had become arrogant over the show’s 22 seasons.
In response, Mike confirmed on social media that Frank would no longer be on ‘American Pickers’ but stated that he wished him the best.
“I have known Frank for as long as I can remember, he has been like a brother to me,” Mike wrote in July 2021. “The journey that Frank, Dani [Colbi] and I started back in 2009, like all of life, has come with its highs and lows, blessings and challenges, but it has also been the most rewarding…I will miss Frank, just like all of you, and I pray for the very best and all good things for him on the next part of his journey.”
Despite their feud, Mike shared the news of Frank’s stroke back in July on social media, noting that although he and Frank’s friendship has been strained in recent years, Frank’s recovery is far more important.
“I have been very private in the past year in regards to Frank’s life and the journey he’s been on,” Mike wrote. “There has been lots of opinions in regards to mine and Frank’s friendship and the show but now is not the time to set the record straight. Now is the time to pray for my friend.”
Mike went on to tell his social media followers that his former co-star had suffered a stroke and was in the hospital, asking that they keep Frank in their “hearts and thoughts.”
“Frank, I pray more than anything that you make it through this okay,” he added. “I love you buddy.”
UPDATE! According to court documents obtained by The Sun, Mike is not on of the two close friends who has filed for the conservatorship to help Frank. Click here for more details!
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Good Luck on your Journey !
Frank, you are and will be in my
Thoughts as long as you are recovering from this stroke. I wish you a full recovery, stay strong you can beat this.
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Mike claims they are family yes they are frank is in real trouble and Mike runs away how do sleep knowing your a fake friend your a real sweet heart Mike hopefully you you’re show disappear dumbass what is dani doing oh what Mike says
Very sad. That’s what usually happens when you get to big on TV. I hope they mend there situation.. Whatever it may be.
Frank, my dear friend. I was crushed to hear of your stroke and where it has left you. Fight like hell my friend, you have so much life left to live. My thoughts and prayers are with you, always ♡
MY mom had a stroke and it lift her paralyzed on the left side but didn’t slow her down much she was a pretty tough old lady so My prayers for Frank is too stay tough my mom had her about 40 years ago so with modern medicine being so more advanced than it was then I truly hope they have more tricks up there sleeves then they had back then my prayers are with you Frank stay in there
My dearest Frank, I pray that you are recovering even if it is a slow process God has a plan and I don’t believe he’s done with you yet I know I’m not. May God’s grace guide the hands of the Physicians that are caring for you. I’m just a simple person from a little town in Jonestown Pennsylvania but if there was anything I could do I would do it I would care for you. I took care of my father-in-law for the last 6 years of his life. I’m blessed to have known you even through a television show but I’ve always felt a special place for you in my heart. We will all be praying for you still at my church and I pray for you daily. My beloved friend I truly care. I’m grateful to have had this outlet for me to use to express my deepest concerns and prayers for your continued health. God bless us all my friend.?❤
HAVE YOU EVEN GONE TO SEE HIM YET YOU DIRT BAG ???
Get well soon, Frank.
Frank was the only reason I watched. When Frank left, there was no longer a reason to watch. He WAS the star of the show, imho.
Wish nothing but the best for Frank!
Mike, your treatment of frank is very poor! He was as much a star of the show as you were, and sometimes, even more so, because he spoke off the cuff whereas you sounded always scripted. I will no longer watch americanpickers, just give me my wonderful antiques roadshow! A show with so much more class! Bye bye!
Mike u should man up and make Frank’s life as easy as possible. Your success is directly connected to Frank. What wether u realize it or not I met you several years ago at Eddie Trotta’s custom Harley shop in ft Lauderdale and you were a stand up guy! don’t Fuk that up by being selfish Michael! Your buddy needs you to come correct!
Loved the show! Loved they people in the show! All of them. God bless you Frank. Hopefully you pull through.. you and Mike always put a smile on my face seeing them old toys we had as kids. Keep the memories close to your heart. Love you guys!!
Good luck and a speedy recovery to Frank.
The kindest souls suffer the most…..get better brother.
Frank I ? you slowly recover from your stroke. Take your time and let God Blessings continue to shower you daily ? AMEN. Never hold bitterness in your heart. God have great things for you.
Frank you will rebound, first your health is more important than trying to get back on the scene. Let God guide you ?. Amen.
Are you guys trying to violate HIPAA laws? Whatever a doctor says about a patient should not be blasted all over the Internet, regardless if the individual is famous or not. And any information about what is going on with him should be private.
American pickers One of My Favorites PLEASE Continue and My Best to Frank’s Recovery I Feel So Bad GODBLESS HIM ???
I hope and pray that Frank can recover and get back to life…I also hope this “longtime friend” can be trusted with Frank’s well-being…please family step in…
That’s bullshit it just sounds like someone is s after his collection and money I’m sure once when Frank gets better he’ll be able to take care of himself and his collection he wouldn’t let all that get away from him that easy
I have watched the series since it has been on I would like to say this is when you know who your real fiends are.i know how it goes I believe that a true friend would be there by his friend now this is what the true meaning of friend is above all other thing it’s like a marriage till death do you part and yes I have such friends.
I have been a fan since the beginning of looking for “Rusty Gold “.
We lived in Nashville during those years and grew up watching their journey into the cultural settings of downtown Nashville. Driving by the ” extension shop” ,the wife and I had occasionally visited.
So sorry to hear this news and to wish Frank a speedy recovery, assuming he’s LeClaire,Iowa.
God speed FRANK!
DR.T.J. Byron, Poulsbo, WA.
My prayers are with you frank hope you get better soon god bless you and keep you well
My prayers are with you frank hope you get better soongod bless you and keep you well
Frank focused mainly on oil cans and toys, both small ticket items. His attempts to buy old cars and motorcycles was nowhere close to Mike’s finds. Also, he had instances of berating an item in an attempt to buy for less.
While I pray for his recovery and return to better health, the show will go on. I don’t care for Mike’s brother, he is boring and has no real value to the show.
Mike is a arrogant narcissistic ass. Just they way he talks to his help sometimes proves this to me.
I just want to say my whole family loves watching American Pickers, especially my mother. We all love everybody on the show. Frank, we are all praying for you to completely recover. Always with love in our hearts.
Cindy Brown-West from Dalton Ga.
The show will never be the same without Frank, please bring him back. Jack S. Texarkana
So sorry to hear of your recent stroke Frank. Prayers and positive vibes are coming your way for a full recovery. ??????
Get well, our prayers are with you, do all your physical therapy.
We Hope you get well soon frank so that you may return to the show,God bless you.
I’m sorry to hear about your health issues ? I hope an pray you heal. And your health returns back unto you. Your buddy Mike still cares about you an I hope he takes time to visi I’m a newbie just started watching the show you were equally funny an enjoyable to watch God bless you take care. Bye 4 now. Debbra
Frank I am sorry to hear ? that you suffered a stroke and are suffering from the effects of your accident!???? I am also someone who is affected by something like this also but more importantly I have someone who is affected by this and he’s more important than ever to me and he’s my dad and he’s a survivor of a stroke about 8 years ago and he’s paralyzed of Left arm and left leg and he’s a bit softer spoken and yet he’s a survivor of life and what it can throw at us and so I hope that you are able to overcome this as well good luck with your recovery and keep smiling if that’s all you can do from now on that is a blessing plus the mere fact that you are alive speaks of a higher power that I call Jesus Christ and God our Father ? Amen
Frank I wish you the best in your stroke recovery. My wife has and is going through the same. She had her stroke 15 months ago and it has been a long fight. She still can not stand or take a step. She still has a problem with short term memory. It may take take a few months or few years but I am told to keep working with her and she wi get better. I would tell you the same. Don’t give up the fight because it will be the hardest fight you have ever had. Best of luck and God bless you Frank.
Awwww I’m so sorry to learn the news of Frank. We all know tho he will never b the same. We can only hope that he will come around enough to have some kind of life. I wish u well Frank, keep trying, don’t give up. Your a funny guy I really liked u on TV. Even tho u may have felt Mike was bullying u, he really helped u out, bring the attention to u. Laugh, I’d Crack the hell up! Mike he was the stick in the mud. U always made it fun, interesting. Do take care of yourself, or who’s going to take care of Frank, cuz he can’t do it himself no more. I’m sorry.
I hate to hear it for all involved. Frank needs to sail in that golden voyage. Mike needs to carry on the Biz—-and very possibly hire ME to bring light entertainment & treasure sorting/ collecting interest to the show.
Praying for Frank to make a full recovery. Just when he was getting his life in order he suffered this stroke. A true friend would have been by his side not posting BS on social media.
We hope frank can totally recover from this. It’s a long hard fight back and all of his friends and family is needed for support and helping him get through this. He could make a full recover with the support and tough love the is needed. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Blessing to you for giving us all the blessings throughout your time on the show.
Mike asked us fans to pray for Frank. But has HE prayed for Frank? Has he gone to visit him in the hospital? Or at the nursing home?
Love the show and all the actors.
I recently stopped talking to my good friend that I’ve known for 27 years. He recently drove through my town in Missouri for the 3rd time this year and wouldn’t stop to see me. Not even for 30 minutes and we hadn’t seen eachother in 5 years. But if I heard that something happened to him, I’d be there.
Frank…man I am so sorry to hear of your condition. You were the true ‘LIFE BLOOD’ of your show. Miss you being a normal guy. Hope your situation can be eased with help from everyone who loves you. Hang in there…
So very sorry to hear this. Prayers being lifted.
Wishing you the best hope all ends well
Get better soon Framk my familys thoughts are with you ♥️6
Mike please go to Frank and be close to him. Love – Charity- covers a multitude of mistakes … you know the scripture
Love truly heals
When people are down
Hug them
Stay with them
Until they’re better…
I’m trying my very best. I love you too. This is Jason – my phone is broken.
I really feel sorry for Frank. Apparently he has had a miserable personal life with no wife or kids and lots of loneliness. I know what he’s going through in that case. And now his health down the drain. Why are some of us cursed like this?
Wow I have been watching American Pickers for a long long time. I am so sad about Frank’s health issues. I know strokes can be pretty bad. My Dad had one and has never recovered fully. I pray for you Frank Fritz every day. Please know that many people love you, including me, and how much more God loves you. Keep Him close to your heart brother. He will heal and protect you in Jesus Name. Peace and comfort be with you for the rest of your days. Cherish all these social media messages. They are your strength and refuge when times get tough for you. Always in my thoughts and prayers, Jonathan Elliott. ?
Please know that you have fans in Tennessee that r praying for Frank and hope that the problems the two of us have will be mended
Frank I have seen you on the show many time you and your partner Evaluate things different, I pray for speedy recovery for your mind / body and Journey to do all of the amazing things your heart Desire??…
And those Angles who’s at your side♥️