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Lizzie McGuire Star Robert Carradine Passed away at age 71 after a decades-long battle with bipolar disorder.
Carradine’s family confirmed the news of his death on Monday, February 23.
“It is with deep sadness that we must share the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and brother, Robert Carradine,” they told us. deadline in a statement. “In a world that feels so dark, Bobby has always been a beacon of light to everyone around him. We are devastated by the loss of this beautiful soul and are grateful for Bobby’s heroic fight during his nearly two-year battle with bipolar disorder. We hope his journey shines a light on people and encourages people to address the stigma associated with mental illness. At this time, we ask for privacy to mourn this unfathomable loss. Thank you for your understanding and compassion.”
The official cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
While Hilary Duff’s breakout role in “Lizzie McGuire” brought the actress years of success that continues to this day, her co-star chose a slightly different path. Starring Lizzie McGuire, Miranda Sanchez, Adam Lamberg (Gordo), Jake Thomas (Matt McGuire), Hallie Todd (Jo McGuire) and Robert Carradine (Sam McGuire), the sitcom aired from 2001 to 2004 and (…)
robert’s brother Keith Carradine told the outlet the family wanted to know more about what they said was the actor’s “heroic battle” with bipolar disorder.
“We want people to know this, there’s nothing shameful about it,” he explained to us. deadline. “This was a disease that got the best out of him, and I want to celebrate his battle with it and celebrate his beautiful soul. He was so gifted and we will miss him every day. We take comfort in how funny he was and how wise and completely accepting and tolerant he was. That was my little brother.”
Robert began his acting career by starring in the following projects “Mean Streets,” “Coming Home,” “The Long Rider” and brothers David Carradine’s series Kung Fu He got his breakthrough role after playing Lewis Skolnick in the 1984 hit comedy RRevenge of the Nerds.
The actor was introduced to a new generation of fans after Disney Channel casting Lizzie McGuire 2001, starring Hilary Duff’s Dad, Sam. In 2003, he reprized the role lizzie maguire movies and was originally scheduled to appear in the Disney+ revival series, but it was ultimately canceled in 2020. Laraine, Adam Lamberg, Harley Todd and Jack Thomas Also starred.
Earlier this year Thomas, 36, told US Weeklygives an exclusive look at the bond he shares with his on-screen parents.
“Bobby Carradine and Hallie Todd played my parents. They have always been and will continue to be like my aunt and uncle,” he shared, noting that the three still see each other “from time to time.”
“They’re basically like family at this point because going through an experience like this has had such an impact on my life and other people’s lives,” he continued. “In a way, it makes us a family that can never be separated.”
Robert’s other television credits include yes, practice, nash bridges, dark sky nypd blue There is more.
At the time of his death, he still had several projects in post-production, including “Cowboy Killers”, “Three Killer Pigs”, “Pay to Die”, and drivernot all have been released yet.
Robert leaves behind three children with his ex-wife Eddie Moneyhis grandchildren, brothers, nieces, nephews and “anyone who was lucky enough to have him in his life,” deadline.
