However, as per Fritz,the decision to be out from future seasons was not his own.
I didnt leave the show," Fritz explained in 2021.
It ain’t gonna affect me one bit.
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I didn’t leave the show.
I finished shooting and then I had a little back surgery and then the pandemic came.
He would lift his arm up and it would just drop.
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz journey across America, scouring junkyards, basements, and barns for valuable antiques and collectibles. Their adventures involve uncovering rare finds, negotiating with quirky characters, and restoring forgotten treasures to their former glory, highlighting the hidden gems and rich histories across the country.
In the weeks before his passing, Fritzs condition worsened.
His family and friends, including Wolfe, were all with him during his final moments.