Famous Hollywood Actor Commits Suicide

The actor committed suicide against the backdrop of bipolar disorder. This information was confirmed by relatives, who requested respect for their right to privacy during the mourning period.

In an official statement, loved ones noted that Carradine had struggled with severe mental illness for many years. They emphasized that he remained a bright, talented, and inspiring person, and expressed hope that his story would help draw attention to the issue of the stigmatization of mental disorders.

The actor is survived by three children, including actress Ever Carradine, known for the series "The Handmaid's Tale."

Colleagues and co-stars expressed their condolences to the family. Actress Hilary Duff, who played his daughter in the series "Lizzie McGuire," wrote on social media that she fondly remembers the atmosphere of support and care on set and is grateful for the years of working together. According to her, the news of the actor's death was a great shock to her.

Actor Jake Thomas, who played his on-screen son, also noted that Carradine was a vibrant and extraordinary personality, a talented artist, and a person with whom he shares warm memories.

Robert Carradine was born in March 1954 into an acting family. His father, John Carradine, was a well-known actor in theater and film, and brothers David and Keith Carradine also had successful careers in the industry.

He began his film career in the early 1970s, debuting in the film The Cowboys. He later appeared in several notable projects, including "Coming Home," Martin Scorsese's "Mean Streets," and "The Big Red One."

The actor gained the most popularity for his lead role in the 1984 comedy "Revenge of the Nerds." He later appeared in the films "Escape from L.A." and "Django Unchained," and in the 2000s, he was remembered by audiences for his role as the father of the main character in the series "Lizzie McGuire." The actor's last works date back to the late 2010s.