Robert Carradine has died at 71 following a long and serious battle with mental illness. His family confirmed the news, honoring him as someone who was all heart — kind, funny, and never one to hold a grudge.
Robert Carradine attends the premiere of “Sentimental Value” at the Directors Guild of America (DGA) theatre in Los Angeles on November 5, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
A Family’s Heartbreaking Goodbye to Their ‘Beautiful Soul’
In a statement, the family shared their profound sorrow over the loss of their beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother. They said that in a world that can often feel dark, Robert was always a source of light to those around him.
They continued, “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.”
Robert Carradine at home, circa June 1, 1986 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
The family asked for privacy as they grieved what they described as an unfathomable loss and thanked the public for their compassion. Robert’s long struggle with mental illness ultimately ended in suicide.
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