On what would have been his half-brother's 74th birthday, the 62-year-old actor remembers the former 'The Partridge Family' star in a heartfelt Instagram post.
- Apr 15, 2024
AceShowbiz - On April 14, David Cassidy's brother, Patrick Cassidy, took to Instagram to pay tribute to the late actor on what would have been his 74th birthday. Patrick shared a series of photos of David alongside a heartfelt caption, expressing his love and remembrance.
David Cassidy, who rose to fame as a member of "The Partridge Family", passed away in 2017 at the age of 67 from organ failure. Just months before his death, he had publicly revealed his battle with dementia.
Despite his health struggles, David had continued to perform until February 2017, when he announced his retirement. According to a source close to the family, David's final days were spent with his loved ones, including Patrick and their other brother, Shaun Cassidy.
In an interview with PEOPLE magazine, Patrick described David's last words as, "So much wasted time." This poignant message served as a reminder for Patrick to cherish every moment with those he cared about.
Patrick also spoke about the impact of his brother's career on his own life. "My brother David, from 1970 to 1974, was The Beatles," he said. "There was no bigger star on the planet."
David's daughter, Katie Cassidy, also shared a tribute on social media, revealing her father's profound words, "My father's last words were 'So much wasted time.' " Katie vowed to honor his message by living her life to the fullest.
David's son, Beau, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to have spent his father's final moments by his side, describing him as "the best friend I'll ever have."
