Lizzie Maguire star Robert Carradine’s cause of death revealed
Lizzie McGuire star Robert Carradine’s cause of death revealed
Recent revelations about the passing of Robert Carradine, who portrayed a key role in Lizzie McGuire, have surfaced.
Carradine, who passed away at 71 on February 23, was remembered by his older sibling Keith Carradine, who noted the nearly two-decade-long struggle with bipolar disorder.
In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon of light to everyone around him.
The statement read: “We are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby’s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with bipolar disorder.
We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness.”
Cause of Death Revealed
A case file from Rolling Stone revealed that Carradine’s death resulted from hanging, causing a fatal anoxic brain injury.
The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed Carradine’s death occurred while he was hospitalized in the city. The cause of death was listed as sequelae of anoxic brain injury, triggered by total oxygen deprivation during the incident.
Career Highlights
Carradine began his career in the 1970s, gaining prominence with his role in Revenge of the Nerds in 1984. His most iconic role came as the father, Sam, in the Lizzie McGuire Disney series, where Hilary Duff portrayed the titular character.
Following his 65-episode run and the successful film, Carradine briefly reprised his role in a 2020 reboot, though it was eventually canceled.
Family Legacy
Carradine comes from an acting lineage, as the son of prolific Hollywood actor John Carradine, a revered figure in American cinema. His brothers, David, Keith, and Bruce, also followed their father’s path in the entertainment industry.
The late screen star, who appeared in Django Unchained, Escape from L.A., and The Big Red One, is survived by his daughters, Marika and Ever, and his son, Ian.
Daughter’s Tribute
His daughter Ever, who co-starred in The Handmaid’s Tale and Marvel’s Runaways, shared memories of her “sweet, funny dad,” highlighting the close bond they shared despite a 20-year age gap.
She explained: “Whenever anyone asks me how I turned out so normal, I always tell them it’s because of my dad. I knew my dad loved me, I knew it deep in my bones, and I always knew he had my back.
I think it’s partly because we basically grew up together. Twenty years age difference really isn’t that much, and while I never ever thought of him as a sibling, I did always think of him as my partner.
We were in it together. I never wanted to let him down, and I wanted him to trust that I had his back the same way that he had mine.”
Contemporary Reactions
Lizzie McGuire’s co-star, Hilary Duff, expressed grief on Instagram, sharing two images of herself with her late fictional father. She wrote: “This one hurts. It’s really hard to face this reality about an old friend. There was so much warmth in the McGuire family and I always felt so cared for by my on-screen parents.
I’ll be forever grateful for that. I’m deeply sad to learn Bobby was suffering. My heart aches for him, his family, and everyone who loved him.”
Jake Thomas, who played Lizzie’s brother Matthew, shared: “My heart hurts today.
I was fortunate to know Bobby for most of my life. And he was one of the coolest guys you could ever meet. Funny, pragmatic, sometimes cranky, always a little eccentric. He was a talented actor, musician, and director. But more than anything, he was family.
I have many fond memories being with him and his family throughout my life. Good moments, challenging moments, and lots of laughs between.
I looked up to him growing up. And later in life, I came to realize he thought I was pretty neat, too. So I guess I was doing something right in his eyes.”
The late screen star’s legacy continues through his daughter, who praised his “grounded childhood” and the support he provided as a single parent in Laurel Canyon.
