AMERICAN Pickers star Mike Wolfe was honored at a Tennessee Christmas parade over the weekend, as he was seen waving to a crowd of fans.
Mike, 60, acted as Grand Marshal of the 2024 Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 14.
The U.S. Sun obtained an exclusive video of Mike riding in the back of a Cadillac convertible alongside his daughter, Charlie, 12.
Mike, 60, was all smiles during the parade, as he could be seen cheerfully waving to the crowd as the car made its way down the streets of the upscale town.
The Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade takes place every year, as country singer Wynonna Judd acted as Grand Marshal for last year’s celebration.
Other members of the community participated in the parade with their own floats, as Santa Claus and the Grinch also made appearances.
Businesses in the town offered hot chocolate and wine, while a restaurant hosted a tailgate.
INSIDE MIKE’S LIFE
The American Pickers star lives in an over $1 million home in Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee, just blocks away from celebrities including Wynonna and Carrie Underwood.
Mike moved into the $1,050,000 home in June 2020 amid his divorce from his wife of 10 years Jodi, who he shares his daughter with.
The 3,153-square-foot home features three bathrooms and three bathrooms.
The abode sits on 1.63 acres of land, where he stores his many luxury and vintage cars.
He is just a 45-minute drive to his Nashville store Antique Archaeology and a 30-minute drive to Columbia, Tennessee, where he owns Two Lanes Guest House rental property, bike shop Columbia Motor Alley and more businesses.
Last year, the annual Christmas parade was postponed the morning of due to inclement weather.
Despite the cancellation, Mike and his daughter hung out in town.
The U.S. Sun obtained exclusive photos of Mike sitting outside the SchoolHouse Private Member club near his home with his daughter Charlie.
He enjoyed a Heineken and the company of his friends, as they chatted for hours inside and outside the club.
One of the friends included Vince Neil from Motley Crue.
Mike wore a matching denim button-down shirt and jeans for the day.
Mike remained at SchoolHouse for hours drinking and eating with friends despite a Tornado warning, as the private club put up a tent to keep members dry.
A description of the exclusive spot reads, “TN’s most splendid private event venue and club, fusing Country Living with Rock’n’roll splendor.
Mike Wolfe's businesses
Mike Wolfe has created a business empire featuring real estate, antique stores, and more.
PICKERS FAME
Mike currently stars on History Channel’s American Pickers.
Despite all-time low ratings for the current season, he continues to film future episodes.
A source told The U.S. Sun in May 2024 that the series has more seasons left in its contract.
“They’re filming for Season 26, and they have signed on for three more years,” the show insider claimed.
LOSING FRANK
Mike will be celebrating his first Christmas without longtime friend and co-star Frank Fritz, who passed away on September 30.
Frank suffered the stroke at his Iowa farmhouse in July 2022.
The U.S. Sun broke in August 2022 that loved ones filed a conservatorship and guardianship on behalf of Frank.
The documents obtained by The U.S. Sun read, “Because of his stroke, Mr. Fritz’s decision-making capacity is so impaired that he is unable to care for his own safety, or to provide for necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, or medical care without which physical injury or illness may occur.
Frank was also unable to “make, communicate, or carry out important decisions concerning his own financial affairs.”
An exhibit was filed in the court papers from a doctor, claiming Frank does not have decisional capacity.
The legal papers continued, “Decisions must be made for Mr. Fritz’s care and placement while he continues to recover and receive treatment for his injuries.
“Appointment of a guardian and conservator is necessary to avoid immediate harm to him.”
Frank was a fan-favorite on the show from 2010 to 2020.
He left American Pickers in 2020 to undergo back surgery.
He never returned and was officially let go in 2021.
Mike’s brother Robbie replaced Frank on the show, while Jon “Jersey” Szalay later became a full-time cast member.
Frank revealed his feud with co-star Mike during an interview with The U.S. Sun in 2021.
Mike and Frank made up during his health issues when they reunited over Memorial Day Weekend of 2023.
Mike and loved ones were by his side in hospice when he passed.
