David Cassidy
David Cassidy (David Bruce Cassidy) was born on April 12th, 1950. David passed away November 21st, 2017 at 67 years old. David Cassidy was born in New York City, New York, USA.
David Cassidy was an American musician and actor best known for his role as Keith Partridge in the musical sitcom
The Partridge Family. His popularity on the show launched a highly successful pop music career, and he developed a massive fan following during the 1970s.
After
The Partridge Family ended, Cassidy attempted to transition into more serious music and acting projects. His first effort was the drama series
David Cassidy – Man Undercover, which unfortunately flopped and lasted only one season. However, he found some success by co-writing and producing shows such as
At the Copa and
The Rat Pack is Back.
In 2009, Cassidy made a brief return to television with the show
Ruby and the Rockits. However, his personal life was marred by financial struggles and battles with substance abuse. In 2017, Cassidy revealed he was suffering from dementia and admitted to having liver cirrhosis caused by alcoholism.
David Cassidy died at the age of 67 in 2017 after his liver failed. The documentary
David Cassidy: The Last Session shed light on his struggles as a public figure and his declining health. Despite his hardships, Cassidy left behind a legacy as one of the most enduring pop culture icons of the 1970s.
In 2012, Cassidy published his autobiography,
Could It Be Forever? My Story, offering readers a candid look at the costs of stardom and his rapid rise to fame. Cast in
The Partridge Family at just 20 years old, Cassidy quickly became a teen idol, navigating an exhausting tour schedule and overwhelming adoration from fans.
The autobiography reveals Cassidy’s experiences with drugs, sex, and the emotional and physical burnout that came with early fame. It serves both as a personal confession and a broader commentary on the nature of celebrity culture.
David Cassidy had earlier published another memoir in 1994 titled
C’mon, Get Happy…, which provides deeper insights into his life as a teen idol. He again chronicles his meteoric rise through
The Partridge Family and shares the personal challenges he faced under constant public scrutiny.
In this memoir, Cassidy details his complicated relationship with his father, Jack Cassidy, and reflects on the emotional toll of life in the spotlight. He also offers a glimpse into the fleeting nature of fame and his encounters with other celebrities of the era.
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David Cassidy: F.A.Q
When was David Cassidy Born?
David Cassidy was born on April 12th, 1950.
When did David Cassidy die?
David Cassidy died on November 21st, 2017 at 67 years old.
Where was David Cassidy Born?
David Cassidy was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What was the first book David Cassidy wrote?
The first book written by David Cassidy was Could It Be Forever? My Story, published in 2012.
What was the most recent book David Cassidy wrote?
His most recently released work was C'mon, Get Happy.. on December 17th, 2019.
How many books has David Cassidy written?
David Cassidy has written 2 books. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.