Robert Carradine’s Daughter Shares Emotional Tribute After His Death
What To Know
- Robert Carradine, known for roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, died by suicide at age 71 after a long battle with bipolar disorder.
- His daughter, Ever Carradine, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, recalling their close relationship and the positive impact he had on her life.
- The family hopes Carradine’s story will help reduce the stigma around mental illness and encourage open conversations about mental health struggles.
Robert Carradine‘s daughter, Ever Carradine, shared an emotional tribute to her father in the wake of his death by suicide.
On February 23, Carradine’s family confirmed his death at 71 in a statement to Deadline.
“It is with profound sadness that we must share that our beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother Robert Carradine has passed away,” they announced. “In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon of light to everyone around him.”
The message also mentioned Carradine’s “valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with Bipolar Disorder.” It added, “We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness.”
On February 24, Ever, 51 — who is known for her role as Naomi in The Handmaid’s Tale — took to Instagram with a carousel of photos of herself and her late father and a poignant tribute.
“My dad died today. My sweet, funny dad, who’s only 20 years older than I am, who never missed an opportunity to drive me to the airport or tell me how much he loved my homemade salad dressing, is gone,” she began the lengthy update.
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Ever continued, “If you knew my dad, you know he’s the guy that’s always there. Invite him to dinner? He’s in. Kid’s Little League game in Simi Valley, just tell him what time. Red eye flight and need a ride home from the airport, just text him your column number after you get your bags. Growing up in the 70s and 80 with a single dad in Laurel Canyon is not exactly the recipe for a grounded childhood, but somehow mine was. Whenever anyone asks me how I turned out so normal, I always tell them it’s because of my dad.”
The bereaved daughter went on to describe the Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire actor as a father and what she learned from him.
“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,” she wrote. “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.”
To conclude her heartfelt tribute, Ever shared, “I have a thousand stories and I’m being flooded with memories — so if you see me, please ask me about my dad, Bobby Carradine, who made me who I am. Rest easy, dad. I love you the most.”
Robert had three kids: He shared Ever with Susan Snyder, and Marika and Ian with his ex-wife, Edie Mani. Additionally, he was the uncle of actress Martha Plimpton.
If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or dial 988. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.