David Cassidy: Partridge Family star dies aged 67

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42076323

US actor and singer David Cassidy, who found fame in The Partridge Family before going on to become a 1970s teen pop idol, has died aged 67.

"David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long," a family statement said.

He was admitted to hospital last week after suffering multiple organ failure.

Earlier this year the singer said he had dementia and would stop touring in order to "enjoy life".

Cassidy was born in New York to a family familiar with the entertainment industry. His father was a singer and actor and his mother was an actress.

He became a star playing Keith Partridge in The Partridge Family - a 1970s sitcom about a mother and five children who formed a rock and roll band.

The show spawned several hit songs, such as I Think I Love You.

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Yogi19Member 10 years

I know he battled alcoholism and latterly dementia.

RIP David

11/22/171:49 AM

SaintMember 10 years

So sad - no age at all

So many seem to 'have it all' - except happiness and peace of mind

11/22/1710:24 AM

RexiMember 10 years

OMG ... he was just the most beautiful creature back in the day ... I had the biggest crush ever!

RIP David ... and thank you for the music x

11/22/1712:48 PM

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