"Partridge Family" star and 1970s teen idol David Cassidy has died, according to Variety.
Cassidy, 67, died at a Florida hospital Tuesday after he was admitted last Wednesday suffering from organ failure.
According to a statement, Cassidy was surrounded by his family when he died, Variety reported.
“On behalf of the entire Cassidy family, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, our uncle, and our dear brother, David Cassidy. David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long. Thank you for the abundance and support you have shown him these many years.”
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Credit: ABC Photo Archives
Cassidy had been in poor health for awhile. He revealed he had dementia last February.
The handsome musician and songwriter came from a show biz family. His father was Tony Award-winning actor Jack Cassidy. Oscar-winning actress Shirley Jones was his stepmother and co-star in “The Partridge Family.” His half-brother Shaun Cassidy was also a heartthrob singer in the 1970s and his daughter is actress Katie Cassidy.
Credit: ABC Photo Archives
Credit: ABC Photo Archives
After signing on to the “Partridge Family” to play Keith Partridge in 1970, Cassidy’s singing career took off. He regularly sold out stadiums and drew crowds of lovestruck, screaming teenage girls.
His hit song’s included “I Think I Love You,” “I Can Feel Your Heartbeat” and “I Think I Love You.”
Cassidy continued to tour in later years and regularly performed in Las Vegas.
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Credit: Debra L Rothenberg
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