Frank Cozzolino, the 56-year-old HGTV electrician best known for his work on Holmes on Homes and Holmes and Holmes, died on Dec. 4; no official cause has been released, though Mike Holmes says a sudden complication followed years of serious liver issues and transplants.
- Name: Frank Cozzolino
- Age: 56
- Date of death: Dec. 4
- Known for: Holmes on Homes, Holmes and Holmes, Holmes Family Rescue
- Cause: No official cause announced; described by Mike Holmes as a sudden complication after prior liver transplants
- Survived by: Partner Lisa and daughters Filomena and Alexandria
Holmes announced Cozzolino’s passing in an emotional Instagram tribute, calling him a close friend whose “impact will live on in every home he helped.” In a separate Instagram Reel posted Dec. 9, Holmes revealed Cozzolino had endured serious health battles in recent years — including at least two liver transplants — and that a sudden complication led to his death on Dec. 4.
The Legacy
Frank Cozzolino became a familiar face to HGTV audiences as the trusted electrician who could walk into chaotic, damaged homes and make them safe again. His top contributions include:
- Holmes on Homes — the original series that introduced Cozzolino to TV viewers and launched his longtime collaboration with Mike Holmes.
- Holmes and Holmes — where Cozzolino’s steady skill and easy humor helped homeowners through complex repairs.
- Holmes Family Rescue — continuing his role as a hands-on tradesman who prioritized the people behind each project.
Colleagues remember him not just for craftsmanship but for kindness, quick humor and a deep commitment to the families he served.
Social Proof: Reactions and Tributes
Mike Holmes’ Instagram post — which included photos of the two men smiling together — described Cozzolino as someone who could “walk into the toughest electrical disaster, crack a joke” and lift the room. HGTV issued a statement calling him “an exceptional craftsman whose kindness, integrity, and unwavering dedication touched every project and every person he encountered.”
Fans and former co-stars flooded social media with condolences, sharing memories of Cozzolino’s on-screen work and his off-screen warmth. Many noted the shock of the sudden news and echoed Holmes’ message that Frank was “forever part of the Holmes family.”
At this time, Cozzolino’s family has confirmed he is survived by his partner, Lisa, and daughters Filomena and Alexandria. We will update this story if an official cause of death or further family statements are released.
Our thoughts are with Frank Cozzolino’s family, friends and the many homeowners and viewers he helped over a career marked by skill and compassion.
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