David Cassidy the former actor, singer, songwriter, and guitarist from 1970s musical sitcom "The Partridge Family" has died at the age of 67 on November 21. He was taken to the hospital in Fort Lauderdale, where he died on Tuesday night due to liver failure.
Publicist JoAnn Geffen announced the news through a statement, where he sated Cassidy had died "surrounded by those he loved".
According to People Magazine, in February 2017 the American star said that he was battling with dementia. His situation became critical on November 19. Earlier in this year, the actor said he would end his 50-year career and stop touring in order to "enjoy life".
To pay tribute to the former American idol Cassidy IBTimes Singapore compiles some rare facts about the late singer.
- Cassidy wrote and performed the theme song to NBC's The John Larroquette Show.
- During peak time of his career, Cassidy was the highest-paid live performer in the entire world.
- His daughter, actress Katie Cassidy is now working with DC's TV series Arrow as Black Canary or Laurel Lance and is also a lifestyle blogger.
- in 2008 he admitted that he was an alcohol addict and in 2010 he was arrested for driving under the influence in Florida.
- Cassidy lost his collections from Partridge Family during the 1994 earthquake.
His friends and fans from all around the world have sent last goodbye message to the former pop-star via Twitter.
RIP David Cassidy ??❤️?
— Anna Marie ? (@95moonwalker06) November 22, 2017
Song: I Think I Love You
Artist: David Cassidy #RIPDavidCassidy #ThePartridgeFamily pic.twitter.com/oaeK1w34qc
RIP David Cassidy. No words. Out of all the teen idols, he was THE teen idol. pic.twitter.com/pPsaoZJ3EK
— Shae Roberts (@Shaedreams) November 22, 2017
David Cassidy America’s heartthrob ?❤️???
— Teri Anne (@TeriAnne7201) November 22, 2017
Dies at the age of 67 ?#DavidCassidy @VFL2013 pic.twitter.com/vZdPF8yVQy
Rest in peace David Cassidy. Praying for Katie and her family right now ??? pic.twitter.com/YbxHkFGfqO
— best of katie (@bestofkcassidyx) November 22, 2017
My uncle David Cassidy has sadly passed away tonight... & in the process of mourning I can't help but thank God for the joy that he brought to countless millions of people! I don't think I'm alone in saying that we will all miss him. God Speed!
— Jack Cassidy (@jackgcassidy) November 22, 2017
so sad to hear of the passing of david cassidy... he was always so kind to me - such a pleasure to have had him on my show... sending love and prayers to his family... R.I.P. friend ❤️ pic.twitter.com/tsFkNiJzFc
— Harry Connick Jr (@HarryConnickJR) November 22, 2017
So very sad to hear of David Cassidy passing away? He was always so kind and sweet to me. Our shows were both on Friday nights and deep down I dreamt of being a Partridge. His memory and love will live on in my ❤️forever. Love you David. Prayers to his family??
— Maureen McCormick (@MoMcCormick7) November 22, 2017
so sad to hear of the passing of david cassidy... he was always so kind to me - such a pleasure to have had him on my show... sending love and prayers to his family... R.I.P. friend ❤️ pic.twitter.com/tsFkNiJzFc
— Harry Connick Jr (@HarryConnickJR) November 22, 2017
RIP David Cassidy
— Kelly Canuck? (@KellyCanuckTO) November 22, 2017
We all loved you ❤️
pic.twitter.com/4nCHeA84SM
Rest In Peace, David Cassidy.
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) November 22, 2017
