The Most Wholesome Man on TikTok

Well hello buddy! We caught up with Fritz "Old Time Hawkey" recently to talk plaid, TikTok, Fritz's upbringing, what he does when he's not making viral videos, and his favorite adult beverage.
We want to give a huge thank you to Fritz for doing this with us! He is the real deal and such a kind, genuine soul. We're lucky to have him representing Michigan's Upper Peninsula as one of today's most popular creators. Thank you Fritz!! And have a nice day, eh?
Interview: Gabby Muehlenbeck
Videography: Blake Thompson
Editing: Yooper Lad
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Fritz can be followed at @oldtimehawkey on TikTok and @old.time.hawkey on Instagram.

[@42Marica]

That’s the first time I ever heard his actual voice

[@mikem44]

In his very first videos, he has a more aggressive, louder tone of voice.

[@andrewbalcom7418]

Same

[@1aufoxx]

@@mikem44 Never noticed but went back and checked. He certainly talked faster and had a different cadence. Love his videos tho

[@mikem1825]

Me too

[@BLUZ133]

He just talks slower and gentler in his videos this is wild to hear

[@brandonjoseph7714]

He seems like a genuine guy. I’d love to have a ice cold pop with him.

[@yooperlad8501]

Us too!

[@ryantortolano7764]

Hello buddy

[@dirkdierking7167]

A Ginger Ale?

[@AlexMartinez-1316]

Vernors

[@windermere2330]

How about a Faygo Red Pop with crushed ice in a frosty mug?

[@Leo-gm2tv]

She just interviewed a living legend

[@yooperlad8501]

100%

[@countrylyricist]

She actually did it a while back. She didn't JUST do it.

[@BeyondTheMind007]

This girl had no clue she was in the presence of a legend

[@jamietimmons9464]

Who can’t absolutely love Fritz, Donnybrook and Kris Draper

[@gautifridriksson9204]

My absolute favorite thing about this video (other than the fact Fritz is in it) is how she doesn't know him at all so she's a little brusque and offstandish at the beginning, but by the end his genuine and easygoing charm has completely won her over. Classic Fritz.

[@He11boylalo]

💯💯💯💯

[@Edmond9803]

He’s a National treasure😢

[@thatrcguy8614]

Fritz deserves all the happiness that comes to him ❤️🤝

[@shanestephens4728]

Fritz’s little giggle after ‘Hello Buddy’ tho 🥺🥺

[@ClaytonStone895]

This man needs to be protected at all costs. Love his IG & TikToks.

[@NeilTheKnifeGuy]

There you go buddy 👍... just an amazing guy.

[@jr3hoot]

Finally got to see a video explaining this man’s life🙌

[@cbmx1x1]

Yes! He’s so much more normal than I thought he’d be.

[@2ndcomingofFritz]

@@cbmx1x1what’s that supposed to mean

[@rickandrews9302]

I've never met Fritz, but he feels like an old friend

[@jourdyn414]

Fritz must be protected at all costs. This man is an absolute national treasure ❤

[@Fauxyde]

he seems so down to earth and chill, probably the first time i've heard him speak without a soft spoken tone! the interview was very nice too!

[@johnnymankins1139]

That man is a national treasure

[@enterjoyce.1927]

love his laugh lol

[@jessgarbanzobean]

if you title this video "Old Time Hawkeye normal talking voice" the views are gonna SKYROCKET!

[@jitterbugg2]

“hawkeye”😭

[@daddygagz1701]

Hearing him speak in his everyday voice instead of his calm voice is so wild. cool chap this dude

[@DaveFore-lf1mg]

The man doesn't look 35 years old he looks 27 even with that mustache on. And when he said Blake's hard cider I smiled, that made my day.

[@RandiG1968]

This made my day. I love this guy. He's my buddy. ❤

[@chickenbiscuitbabyyewww9580]

Such a warm and kind dude it seems. Really look up to the way he chooses to spread his content and his message. Coolest guy on the internet right now

[@SuperKillerinside]

The absolute best thing on the internet. His KZbin channel and Spotify is my safe place, man. Love this guy.

[@nickhandley6275]

Well hello buddy!! Fritz is the best thing to come out of TikTok hands down!

[@rake4396]

He's just the best 🧡

[@yooperlad8501]

Agreed!

[@volkangulsen1194]

Just found him. He and his puppies are so awesome.

[@david6321]

So nice to see that he's actually a really chill dude. I'd love to hang out with this pal

[@jewelsbarbie]

Fritz is my favorite man on the internet. Thank you for sharing this interview with us! ❤😊

[@MrConraad]

Absolutely love his laugh! What a legend ❤️

[@Arenlos]

Fritz's vids helped me through my broken ankle last winter. Forever grateful for having seen his vids.

[@jimtalife365]

In a world of just garbage internet short videos , thus guy makes it all worth it. Really enjoy his content, super positive and soothing to watch.

[@optical76]

Fritz has his book out now. Got a signed copy for Father’s Day and I love it. Such a good dude, could watch his videos all day.

[@MissMusicQueen101]

This man is an icon and he must be protected at all costs

[@grantgarlington7ACDriver]

That is really interesting I wanted to know more about this guy I watch him all the time I’m absolutely addicted what a great personality and spirit this guy has

[@BattMegley]

Gosh I loved watching this so much! Thank you! ❤

[@nessiequin]

Thank you so much for doing this!! Love him :)

[@snackguardian]

This interview is essential 💖

[@nauticalsandwich9003]

love his tiktoks!!! you have spoke with a legend of a guy

[@chadblueone2]

The best interview I’ve ever watched and will ever watch

[@NickName_9536]

Thank you Buddy for taking time to interview. Looking forward to more videos

[@stephenposchmann]

I have been following that guy for a while and his videos are great. His voice and the ambient music he plays in the background are at once comforting and hilarious.

[@JenTheSnarky]

This man is a wonderful human being, and this interview just confirms it. ❤

[@Jabronie1164]

Really good interview! It's awesome to see how Fritz actually is and how wholesome he is out side of the vids! The video itself is good, the hard cut near the end was a little jank and the hard cut end is also not great but just things to work on for the editing side of things. Already given a like on the vid. Keep it up, this could be awesome to see more of.

[@karmasource]

His voice gives me hugs

[@jonathanezra5252]

I love this man. The interview is definitely asking the right questions

[@williamwalter2725]

How is this not more famous

[@adair2ada565]

They just created the channel 10 days ago lol

[@yooperlad8501]

We're a brand-new page 😂

[@neonbootygoon4385]

What an absolute gem of a human. When im sad i watch his videos and they just make me happy. Never seen any videos so perfectly directed towards what I enjoy.

[@kevinmorris9023]

He’s one of my favorites, it’s so cool to hear him outside of his videos. His entertainment is so wholesome. Lowes me to sleeP

[@lacheesehead1812]

Happy to see buddy getting recognition

[@andrewbalcom7418]

This dude is a national treasure

[@donnaanderson5479]

My favorite guy on TikTok! Thank you for sharing your interview!

[@c-tology]

Love this dude! He's representing us Michiganders quite well! I'll admit as someone from the Metro Detroit area I don't know a whole lot about the U.P. Gonna subscribe for more! 😁

[@gunnarvestlund2729]

This guy is amazing! I listen to his album every morning driving to work, to lower my anxiety.❤️

[@slan4096]

I just saw the title and I can’t agree more with it, His tiktoks save lifes

[@thesinfultictac5704]

Well hello there buddy!

[@moonlitegram]

I'm thoroughly amused by the fact that the only video on this channel is this interview with Fritz. Its like they knew they already reached perfection and could never top this, so they just decided to pack it in early. And I respect that.

[@jamesroberts2620]

This man makes some of my favorite videos. All of his content is super comfortable to watch, friendly ASMR. Here you go, buddy!

[@parkerjohnson3122]

I want to be able to work in forestry and live out in the woods like this. It sounds so peaceful and relaxing. I have never been much for all the noise in town. But until then I got these awesome videos!

[@abelauclair8976]

epic. thank you for sharing this. love from Maine.

[@vickizielsdorf1870]

Green’s my favorite color too! Great to see you Fritz thanks for your videos. ❤

[@escotheguest]

This was AWESOME!

[@HT.100]

Finally found this video. Answered most of the questions that I had

[@mobius-1503]

"Helllo buddy, Can't sleep eh"

[@HacksGrandpa]

Hawkey's vids are good for the soul, love this dude!

[@pamstreisel2942]

I literally LOVE him. He makes me happy in a weird unsettling way❤❤❤❤❤❤😅

[@bigchuck5522]

Guy’s a natural artist with a unique style. Love him

[@shannon4386]

I love this man so much. ❤️

[@DisappointedSon0813]

Keep up the incredible work, Fritz. 🤜

[@scuffedharrypotter4733]

Most of my art is fueled by nostalgia, so seeing the scenes he achieves and feelings he portrays , very inspiring, good vid

[@marlonese]

One of the few people that can proudly say 'I do tiktok'.

[@jeffsutherland277]

Love this man. Great story! ❤

[@Mike_AfterTen]

He’s the best. Favorite Instagramer of all times. “Enjoy yourselves” 🍺

[@MrStickman13579]

As a fellow Michigander, im proud we have this guy 😂 Also, best cider in Michigan is Uncle John's Cider Mill south of Ithaca ❤

[@alitaqueen]

He sounds so calm as he does in TikTok ❤

[@blakeandcamp]

For some reason I was expecting his actual personality to be way different, but he seems like a chill lowkey guy. The kind of dude you’d want to have a drink with. Love his videos.

[@NickMullet]

I knew he was my age! Haha. Love this guy. His little vids take my anxiety away.

[@WarriorsSon]

He's our buddy. His videos are ASMR chill.

[@jf7098]

Never heard of this guy, but I enjoyed his vibe so much. Decided to type in my full name on KZbin (being a nobody) just to pick a random video. This is the first one that popped up. Plaid is my jam! ❤

[@emanucap99]

i love this man so much

[@MangoMan77]

I was just talking to my sister about Blake's while this video played in the background. Then he says his favorite drink is hard ciders and specifically from Blake's 😂😂. Love this guy. Great choice in drinks too. Go Wings ❤

[@_LiFteD727]

Love Fritz. What a solid dude.

[@EddieG1888]

I wish I had this guy's life, even if its made up for social media or not. I want that little cottage in the woods with a couple of dogs, and cooking great food every day!

[@cyberburnzy]

Fritz is great to watch and listen to when your sick in bed and needs some good campfire cooking vibes!

[@lightsiferasmr9239]

I feel so happy for him

[@wallyhack5476]

Hes a legend 🙌

[@unicorn_tears]

Protect this man at all costs! 🥺

[@johnparker5069]

i love that guy! fall asleep every time

[@Ethernet480]

One of my favs

[@d.aardent9382]

Nice to see him in his everyday normal state and just hear what he normally sounds like and just talking about stuff. Yeah UP i really liked when we spent some family vacations up there. Spent some time at Macinaw city, around Soo S.M and over in Canada a tiny bit for the Agawa canyon train ride. We went out to white fish point i think it was called and the Taq falls of course. I just liked the vibe up there. Reminded me of back in rural SW Indiana. Just laid back , nice folks. Id wanted to spend more time up there again but never got the chance with family problems and being so busy.

[@joerogan3079]

*HIM AND JOE PERA COLLAB WOULD DESTROY THE UNIVERSE* 👏

[@iananderson8288]

This man is a saint

[@tulganandvaldyavin6930]

I need a bumper sticker that says, If you can't be like Jesus, at least be like Fritz. 🤗💖

[@loveinthematrix]

What a special energy it’s incredibly rare. Even if he’s not religious he’s very spiritual in some way some how. He makes people feel so peaceful!

[@TheNinana45]

He is so awesome!!

[@treys5530]

This man deserves more followers.

[@tristangruener9571]

discovered this guy randomly - i love him

[@leewalker9153]

Such a great guy.

[@disko.kommando]

Love this guy.

[@tlittle8807]

gotta love Fritz

[@michaelowens5813]

I freakin love this guy