LONG BATTLE

‘Revenge of the Nerds’ Actor, 71, Devastating Cause of Death Revealed

Newly released records shed light on the devastating circumstances leading up to the beloved actor’s death.

Robert Carradine, 71, had been battling severe mental illness for nearly 20 years before his death on February 23. A newly released medical examiner’s report has revealed heartbreaking details about the final days of the Lizzie McGuire and Revenge of the Nerds star, who died earlier this year. According to the report, Carradine’s daughter told investigators that the actor had spent roughly two decades struggling with bipolar disorder, severe depression, anxiety, and recurring suicidal thoughts. The report states that Carradine voluntarily checked himself into a Los Angeles psychiatric hospital where he had previously received treatment after experiencing ongoing suicidal ideation. The following day, a hospital employee reportedly went to Carradine’s room to tell him his daughter was on the phone and found him dead. Medical personnel attempted to save the actor before he was transferred to intensive care, where he remained for weeks before he died. Authorities determined that no suicide note was found. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled his death a suicide, listing the official cause as brain injury. His family has since described his death as the tragic end of a long and difficult battle with mental illness.

If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing or texting 988.