Robert Carradines Manner of Death Ruled a Suicide by Medical Examiners Office

Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 4:30 am

Actor Robert Carradine Dies by Suicide, Medical Examiners Confirm

Los Angeles, CA - Actor Robert Carradine, known for his roles in "Revenge of the Nerds," "The Long Riders," and the Disney Channel's "Lizzie McGuire," has died by suicide, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiners Office. The office confirmed the manner of death following his passing on Monday. Carradine was 71 years old.

The actor's family released a statement acknowledging his nearly two-decade battle with Bipolar Disorder. The family expressed profound sadness and described Carradine as a "beacon of light" and a "beautiful soul." They also expressed hope that his struggle would help to address the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Carradine was a member of the prominent Carradine acting family, which includes his brothers, David, Keith, and Christopher. His career spanned several decades, with notable roles in the 1972 film "The Cowboys" alongside John Wayne, and the Oscar-winning film "Coming Home."

Following the news of his death, several of Carradine's friends and former colleagues shared tributes on social media. Hilary Duff, who played his onscreen daughter in "Lizzie McGuire," expressed her sadness and gratitude for the warmth she felt from the "McGuire family." Jake Thomas, who played Matt McGuire, also shared his grief, remembering Carradine as "one of the coolest guys you could ever meet." Jamie Lee Curtis, who described Carradine as one of her first loves, also shared a tribute.

Carradine is survived by his children, Ever, Marika, and Ian, as well as several grandchildren, brothers, nieces, and nephews.

BNN's Perspective:

This is a tragic loss, and our hearts go out to the Carradine family. It's a stark reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and the need for accessible support systems. The family's openness about Carradine's struggle with Bipolar Disorder is commendable and hopefully will encourage others to seek help. We encourage anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts or emotional distress to reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

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