Was Danielle Colby fired from American Pickers?
DANIELLE Colby made a name for herself as a member of the American Pickers family.
With the cast shake-ups and Colby’s recent surgery, fans have wondered about the fate of the popular cast member.
Was Danielle Colby fired from American Pickers?
For quite some time, there was confusion over whether Danielle was fired or left American Pickers after she stopped appearing on the show.
She did feature as a cast member in season 23, with IMdB crediting her last appearance as episode 14, entitled Pool Hall Picking.
The Iowa native was known for her role as Shop Manager and has been starring in the program since 2009.
In a 2012 interview with the Miami New Times, she said that “one never knows what will happen in the future”.
She said: “I highly doubt that Antique Archaeology is the last job I’ll ever have in my life, though it is definitely the coolest job I’ve had to date.
“It all depends on when my time there has run its course.
“I have an obligation to Mike [Wolfe] who put me in the position I’m in right now, and I’ll respect that ’til the end.
“My plan is just to stick around and see what happens. But I have a contract, and I’ll of course honor that contract.
“I guess that’s a sugar-coated way of saying I’d love a spin-off.”
In late 2022, Danielle underwent a hysterectomy after suffering from “incredibly painful” uterine fibroids.
She admitted she had “lost” her “desire to work” in the “emotionally taxing” time after her surgery.
However, it seems Danielle will appear in season 25 as she recently shared a pic of her on set declaring “We’re back” prior to its premiere on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
What is American Pickers?
American Pickers is a popular show on the History Channel that followed Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they “scoured the country for hidden gems in junkyards, basements, garages, and barns”.
They also met “quirky characters” and heard “amazing stories” along the way.
The show was previously drama-free, but fans were shaken up in March 2020 after Frank disappeared from the show.
In an exclusive interview with The US Sun, he explained that he did not leave the show, and claimed that he was eager to return to the cast.
He said at the time: “I would like to come back to the show. I was doing it for 11 years. I’m 100 percent recovered now and I’m ready to roll and go back on the show.”
However, Frank went on to claim that the network wouldn’t give him a straight answer about returning, as he continued: “They talk out of both sides of their mouth. It would be like me telling you I want to go back on the show and then tomorrow going, ‘I never said that, I never said anything about that.’
“The showrunner called me on my birthday on October 11 of last year and he said ‘I’ll call you back tomorrow,’ but I haven’t heard from those people at all. They don’t contact me.”
Danielle commented on the incident: “I’m truly saddened for the loss of Frank on the show. I’m incredibly sad for his struggles. I have personally watched everything over the last decade.
“I have many thoughts but won’t speak them as they are only my thoughts, not gospel. I wish things could have been different but we must be accountable for our actions when we cause instability or pain and suffering to others.”
Frank was later replaced with Mike’s brother Robbie, which was a decision that fans had mixed feelings on.
In July 2022, Frank was found on the floor after suffering a stroke at his Iowa home.
The 57-year-old reportedly recovered after the incident.
How can I watch American Pickers?
Season 25 of American Pickers returned on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at 9pm on The History Channel.
Episode 10 of Season 25, The Mile-Long Yard. Sale, airs January 31, 2024.
In this episode, Mike and Jersey explore the hidden gems as they embark on a journey that leads them to a fascinating Oddfellow’s Lodge in Maryland.
This episode will also feature a visit to a unique theme park and roadside attraction created by a passionate collector.
Reruns of the past seasons can be watched on the channel or streamed on Peacock and Hulu.