Yahoo Lifestyle Late 'American Pickers' Star Frank Fritz Involved in Legal Battle Months After His Death
American Pickers star Frank Fritz died on Sept. 30 at age 60 after suffering a stroke. Now, months after his death, the late reality star is involved in a legal battle over his will.
On Feb. 7, The U.S. Sun reported that Fritz's lawyer filed a "will prior to death" in October 2023 to "safe keep" it. A certificate was then issued for approval of the will on Oct. 18, 2024, after his death.
On Dec. 30, 2024, an attorney representing Fritz's unnamed friend "entered his appearance in the case on her behalf." A different attorney filed a Petition in Probate to "set aside will and jury demand" on Feb. 3, 2025.
According to the outlet, this means they requested the will to be "canceled or invalidated legally."
Fritz's net worth at the time of his death was estimated at $6 million.
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On Oct. 1, Fritz's American Pickers co-star Mike Wolfe confirmed his death via Instagram.
"It’s with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night," he wrote. "I’ve know[n] Frank for more then [sic] 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."
Mike continued, "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."
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In his message, Mike concluded, "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 [sic] in a better place."
Meanwhile, another American Pickers co-star, Danielle Colby posted a heartfelt tribute of her own.
"Frank, I will miss your ability to make everyone laugh, your love for talking tattoos, your epic collections but what I will miss the most are those little glimpses of vulnerability from time to time," she wrote on Instagram.
Colby wrapped up her post by writing, "Frank, you loved your cat and your momma and we bonded on those things. You will be missed for all of these reasons and so many more. Rest in Peace Road Dog❤️🩹."
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