David Cassidy, '70s teen heartthrob, dies at age 67
(CNN)David Cassidy, who came to fame as a '70s teen heartthrob and lead singer on "The Partridge Family," has died, according to his publicist Jo-Ann Geffen. He was 67.
The singer-actor had recently been admitted to the intensive care unit of a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, area hospital. Cassidy was in critical condition and suffering from organ failure before his death Tuesday, Geffen said.
"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," she said.
Cassidy's nephew, Jack Cassidy, tweeted about his uncle's death, saying "I can't help but thank God for the joy that he brought to countless millions of people."
David Cassidy was born into the entertainment industry that made him a star.
His father was famed actor and singer Jack Cassidy, and his mother was actress Evelyn Ward.
After his parents split in 1956, the elder Cassidy married actress and singer Shirley Jones the same year.
Cassidy moved in with his father, Jones and his three half-brothers after getting his high school diploma in 1968. His father helped him launch his career as an actor and musician.
His early work included appearances on "Ironside," "Marcus Welby, M.D.," "Adam-12" and "Bonanza."
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Cassidy embraces new bride Meryl Tanz in Easton, Maryland, on December 15, 1984. Their marriage lasted only about a year.
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Former Partridge Family cast members David Cassidy, left, Danny Bonaduce and Shirley Jones reunite on the "The Arsenio Hall Show" in July 1993. It was the first time the three had appeared together since the popular 1970s series left the air. Cassidy performed "I Think I Love You" during the taping.
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Cassidy sings during the 1,000th performance of "EFX" in 1997 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. In just over two years, "EFX" drew more than 1 million showgoers with its blend of music, theater, dance, acrobatics and special effects. Creating the show cost a record $45 million.
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Cassidy received the Hippest Fashion Plate - Male award for the role of Keith Partridge at the first annual TV Land Awards, which were taped at the Palladium in Hollywood on March 2, 2003.
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Cassidy sings the National Anthem before the start of a 2009 baseball game between the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox at Fenway Park in Boston.
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Cassidy in a "Once In a Lifetime" concert at the former LG Arena in Birmingham, England, on November 9, 2012.
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Cassidy in a police booking photo after his arrest on charges of driving while intoxicated on August 21, 2013, in Schodack, New York.
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Cassidy faces the media as he leaves town court in Schodack, New York, on September 3, 2014. The star was arrested for driving under the influence on three separate occasions between 2010 and 2014 and has spoken publicly about his struggles with alcohol.
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NBC News' Natalie Morales, Savannah Guthrie, Cassidy and Julien's Auctions' Martin Nolan appear on NBC News' "Today" show on March 21, 2013.
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In this July 22, 2015, photo, Cassidy and girlfriend Maura Rossi pose in his five-bedroom home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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David Cassidy is known as the popular '70s heartthrob who shot to fame when he starred and sang in TV's "The Partridge Family." Take a look at moments from his career and life.
