Introduction
Frank Fritz is an American reality TV show host, Antique collector, Author and Entrepreneur. Further, he is popular for being the host of the American Picker show, co-hosted with his business partner Mike Wolfe on the History channel. He was born on 11 October 1965 and raised in Davenport, Lowa, United States of America. At a very young age, he developed a profound interest in gathering items. For this reason, he began his journey of collecting antique items by visiting flea markets and antique shops. He refined his skills and knowledge about several collectables. Since his childhood, he has had a deep passion for history and storytelling which made him a well-known figure in the world of antiquing. Along with that, it helped him to earn a loyal fan base all across the world.
Personal and physical information
- His full name is Frank Fritz
- By profession, he is an American reality TV show host, Antique collector, Author and Entrepreneur.
- He was born on 11 October 1965
- As of now, he is 58 years old
- His Birthplace is Davenport, Iowa, United States
- He holds an American Nationality
- His father’s name is Bill Fritz
- His mother’s name is Susan Zirbes
- He does not have any siblings
- He follows Libra as his sun sign
- His height is 1.65 metres tall
- His weight is 68kg
- He has a tattoo on his body
- His hair colour is black
- His eye colour is light brown
Early life and education
Frank is a well-known television personality, who was born on 11 October 1965. He was born in Davenport, Lowa, United States of America. He is the son of Bill Fritz and Susan Zirbes. Further, he came from a middle-class family, his father worked at a clinic and his mother was a nanny. He did his high schooling but did not take his education further to the university level. After school, he started collecting odd ancient items and developed an interest in antiques. He collected items that could have a meaning for a place, people or any historical era.
Furthermore, he worked as a fire inspector in the initial years of his career. He covered areas between Des Moines and Cedar Falls, Iowa. However, he did not leave his passion for collecting antique items. His keenness in collecting antique items grew to the next level. For this reason, he decided to quit his job in pursuit of his passion. At a very young age, he loved to collect rock with Mike Wolfe, his friend from his high school. Both of them have a similar keen to collect antique items. In their initial years of collecting items, they collected rocks and old canned beers.
Once they grew up, they began collecting vintage cars and toys. They both were called upon to host the American Pickers show aired on the History channel. This television show earned both of them popularity, as it was one of the most successful series along with high ratings. The show was organised in a way that the presenter would do the same thing as they do in their daily routines like travelling around the city in the hunt for the vintage and rare items to refurbish.
What made him famous?
Frank Fritz got into the recognition with the inauguration of American Pickers which was aired in 2010. In that show, Frank and his friend Mike explored the country in order to find valuable antiques and collectables. Both chemistry and passion were loved by the viewers which led to immense popularity. Their unique approach to discovering treasures helped them solidify their status. In a very short time, they become a beloved figure in the world of reality television.
What are some iconic discoveries of Frank Fritz?
Rare Vintage motorcycles
An assortment of Antique toys
Unique signage from defunct businesses
Historic memorabilia from various eras
Career of Frank Fritz
He worked as a fire and safety inspector for a few years in his initial career. He collected junk and antiques since his childhood since he was a child. When he was young, he collected rocks and old canned beers. He co-founded Antique Archeology, an antique shop along with his partner Mike Wolfe in Le Claire, Lowa. Mike has visited more than 200 cities across the United States. They are still finding antiques and vintage items. After that, they sell them these items in their shop. Both of them are fond of two-wheelers.
In 2010, Frank got a life-changing opportunity to host the show American Pickers on the History Channel. Frank earned $300000 for his first show in the first season. He also wrote a book by the name “How to Pick a Vintage Motorcycle.” Along with that, Frank and Mike launched their website named “Kids Pickers” where kids can share what they find.
Net worth of Frank Fritz
Frank Fritz’s net worth is somewhere around $4 million. It contains all his assets, income and funds. He has a great fortune from multiple sources of income.
Social media handles
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/frankfritz_/?hl=en
X (TWITTER)- https://twitter.com/fritzpicker?lang=en
YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/frankfritz
Frank Fritz is married?
Frank Fritz hasn’t shared any information about his love life. Most people have concluded that he is gay but this is just an assumption that has not been confirmed. The media has confused people by sharing images of Frank with other women over the years. He was never involved in a marriage and he has no wife, no child and no divorce.
Final words
He is a passionate picker and storyteller. People love him all around the world. Frank has a great sense of belongingness. His journey is filled with loads of ups and downs. Despite his challenges, he helps people find beauty in history. Without a doubt, his legacy will continue to inspire upcoming generations of history enthusiasts.
Trivia
- His father worked at a clinic and his mother is a nanny.
- He used to pick rocks and collect them in his childhood.
- He refused to continue his studies after completing his schooling.
- In his initial years of career, he worked as a fire inspector for almost 25 years.
- He and Mike a school friends and both love to collect antique items.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Did he complete his studies after school?
No, he stopped his studies after school as his interest was in collecting antique items.
When did he get the offer of a television show named American Pickers?
Well, in 2010, he got the offer as a host of the show.
What is the net worth of Frank Fritz?
His net worth is estimated to be around $4 Million.
