Side note on Susan Dey: I had forgotten that she played a role on LA Law, Grace Van Owen, with actors Jimmy Smits and Harry Hamlin, among others.

~"Love is Strong"~

I was born in 67 and the show was part of my life growing up. I knew I was a little too young for David Cassidy so by default, made Danny my favorite (ha). In terms of pre-teen idol crushes, I was more aligned with the timing of Shawn Cassidy.

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I can remember it still, Friday night at 8:00PM was the Brady Bunch followed by the Partridge Family at 8:30.

Friday!!
Between Laurie Partridge and Marcia (Marcia Marcia) Brady... o O O
I was on the highway to hell at a young age..

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Every day is a gift and I wish my brothers and sisters here at IORR the best of health and happiness.

Indeeed

Rip

RIP David Cassidy

Feel The Fear
And Do It Anyway

RIP

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Rip this joint, gonna save your soul, round and round and round we go......

RIP

Dammit

Sorry to hear about his passing. I must confess, I know nada re his music, having never watched The Partridge Family, nor The Brady Bunch, for that matter. RIP, Mister Cassidy.

RIP David Cassidy.. like his very talented father, too young.

Very sad...RIP.

RIP

Sadly...RIP

RIP David aka Keith Partridge. The Partridge Family was modeled after The Cowsills. David's tv mom Shirley Jones was his real life step mom.

R.I.P. David

David Cassidy, passes away at 67
November 21, 2017 6:01PM PT

David Cassidy, pop culture idol of the 1970s, passed away Tuesday in a Florida hospital. The musician and actor was 67.

His publicist JoAnn Geffen confirmed his death, with a statement from his family. “On behalf of the entire Cassidy family, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, our uncle, and our dear brother, David Cassidy. 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.”

He had been hospitalized for several days with organ failure. Cassidy announced his diagnosis with dementia in early 2017. He performed at the B.B. King Blues Club & Grill in New York in March, talking about his dementia, and said his arthritis made playing guitar an ordeal.


Cassidy was every girl’s favorite teen crush in the early 1970s and drew screaming crowds at concert appearances. David Cassidy was part of a show business family that included his father, Tony-winning actor Jack Cassidy, stepmother Shirley Jones, half-brother Shaun Cassidy and daughter, actress Katie Cassidy.


Raised in New Jersey, Cassidy moved to Los Angeles in 1969 after starring in a Broadway musical that closed after only four performances. In 1970, after signing with Universal, Cassidy took on the role of older brother Keith Partridge in “The Partridge Family.” Keith was the son of Shirley Partridge, who was played by Jones.

The ABC sitcom was loosely based on real-life family musical act the Cowsills, and ran from 1970 to 1974. The show became popular for its squeaky clean portrayal of life on the road as a family rock band in a brightly painted bus. In addition to Cassidy and Jones, “The Partridge Family” starred Susan Dey, Danny Bonaduce and Suzanne Crough as the family’s other children, and Dave Madden as manager Ruben Kincaid.

Cassidy and Jones were the only cast members who were allowed to actually sing; the other kids lip-synced, while the Wrecking Crew provided musical backup. Theme song “C’mon Get Happy” became one of TV’s most enduring songs, and helped launch Cassidy’s musical career.

After the singles “I Think I Love You” and “Cherish” took off, Cassidy began working on solo albums as well. He regularly sold out stadiums, leading to commentators to coin the phrase “Cassidymania.” Several of his shows resulted in riots or mass hysteria, including one notable 1974 performance in Australia, which garnered calls for Cassidy to be deported from the country.

At a 1974 London concert, nearly 800 people were injured in a stampede at a Cassidy concert, and one teenage girl died a few days later. He stopped touring and acting soon after, concentrating on recording, and had a hit with “I Write the Songs” before Barry Manilow made it part of his act.

In musical theater, he performed in “Little Johnny Jones,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “Time” and “Blood Brothers” and created the Vegas shows “The Rat Pack is Back” and “At the Copa.”

Cassidy was Emmy nominated for a guest role on a “Police Story” episode “A Chance to Live.” NBC based the series “David Cassidy – Man Undercover” on the segment, but it lasted just one season. He also made guest appearances on shows including “Fantasy Island,” “The Love Boat” and “Tales of the Unexpected.”

In the decades that followed, Cassidy continued to perform in Las Vegas and tour. At later shows, Cassidy was known for participating in Q&A sessions at his concerts. He also played the manager of Aaron Carter’s character in the 2005 film “Popstar” and starred with half-brother Patrick in “Ruby and the Rockits,” created by his half-brother Shaun.

He is survived by step-mother Shirley Jones, half-brothers Shaun, Patrick and Ryan; daughter Katie Cassidy and son, Beau Cassidy.

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R.I.P.

He was incredibly successful in the early 70’s. There was a period when he was more popular than Elvis and sold out huge football stadiums in the US and Australia. Sure he was a hyped teenage sensation and he burned out quick, but he was also a very talented musician and entertainer.

Hope he is in peace now.

Born in 1964, The Partridge Family was my first introduction to Rock N' Roll.
My favorite TV show as a kid...albums, posters, lunch box.

RIP

RIP,,,

R.I.P. David Cassidy

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OT: David Cassidy in critical condition (organ failure suspected)

keefriff, perhaps it would be a good idea to change the thread title...

OT: R.I.P. David Cassidy

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keefriff99
OT: David Cassidy in critical condition (organ failure suspected)

keefriff, perhaps it would be a good idea to change the thread title...

OT: R.I.P. David Cassidy

Good idea...done. Thanks.

My sympathy to his family and friends. Very unfortunate.

Looking through my 45's, found "I Think I Love You" exclusively on Bell Records. The best scene was Laurie and her dental work since she could hear the Stones tuned in her mouth. David was cool, calm, and collected. This hooked me on the Partridge Family and I knew that the Stones were on top. RIP David.

Just might have to spin this one tonight in his honor...

Really sad to hear this. Just like ABBA later on, David Cassidy was not exactly "en vogue" amongst us "serious rock fans" back then, but "Rock Me Baby" won me over and convinced me that this guy really had talent. Not that I became a fan in general, but this single still has a big place in my heart. Probably because of the "stonesy" sound! Will give it a few spins tonight...along with "I Write The Songs"...

A long time ago, I remember watching some sort of "behind the scenes" footage of the Partridge Family...David was on the set sitting with Danny, playing electric guitar, jamming on I think "Purple Haze" or some other Hendrix tune. Bonaduce looked into the camera and said, "You won't be hearing anything like this on the show." It was a cool moment.

david cassisdy rip at 67

rodney bewes of the likely lads rip at 79

jana novotna ex tennis champ rip at 49

sad year 2017 has been.

RIP David, I also watched you too way back when. These things echo in the collective consciousness of people of a certain age. It was a fun show and from what in many ways was a happier time.

Anybody remember Room 222 from the same era? Forget Laurie Partridge, Karen Valentine was my super babe.

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R.I.P. David Cassidy

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Thanks for sharing