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‘60s teen heartthrob dies at 81 following Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Bobby Sherman, a well-known singer and actor from the 1960s, has died at age 81. Brigitte Poublon, Sherman's wife, announced her husband's death in a joint Instagram post with close friend John Stamos on Tuesday, June 24. 'Bobby left this world holding my hand — just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage," Poublon wrote. 'I was his Cinderella, and he was my Prince Charming. Even in his final days, he stayed strong for me. That's who Bobby was — brave, gentle, and full of light.' 'He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart,' she continued. 'Though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy — his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission.' While no official cause of death was disclosed, Sherman was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in March. Poublon told Fox News in April that her husband was fighting kidney cancer that had 'spread everywhere,' adding he was 'terminally ill.' 'He's just sleeping more and his body's not working anymore,' Poublon told Fox News. 'Everything's shutting down.' She also told Fox News that the outpouring of love and support from Sherman's fans has 'been overwhelming.' This was something Poublon reiterated in her tribute post to Sherman. 'As he rested, I read him fan letters from all over the world — words of love and gratitude that lifted his spirits and reminded him of how deeply he was cherished. He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye. And yes, he still found time to crack well-timed jokes,' she wrote in the Instagram post. 'Thank you to every fan who ever sang along, who ever wrote a letter, who ever sent love his way. He felt it. Rest gently, my love.' The singer and actor has also received support from several industry friends, including John Stamos who met Sherman at the Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children's Foundation a few years ago, according to Fox News. 'We've been best friends ever [since],' Poublon told the outlet. 'John's been very great about giving support the last few years too.' Born in California, Sherman became a teen idol in the 1960s and early 1970s, according to PEOPLE. He had a series of successful singles, including 'Easy Come, Easy Go,' 'Julie, Do Ya Love Me' and 'Little Woman,' which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and sold more than a million copies. Sherman's big break came when portrayed Jeremy Bolt, a charmer and romantic, in the western TV series, 'Here Come the Brides.' Sherman left show business in the 1970s and became a certified medical emergency technician and instructor for the Los Angeles Police Department, according to his wife. 'He was a man of service,' Poublon wrote. 'He saved lives. He showed us what real heroism looks like — quiet, selfless, and deeply human." In addition to his wife, Sherman is survived by his two sons — Tyler and Christopher — and six grandchildren. Pop star shares 'lows and highs' amid breast cancer diagnosis Country star recovering after hospitalized for 'not making sense' on stage Legendary musician boycotting Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction Chart-topping '60s pop singer dies at 82: 'He will be greatly missed' TV icon expecting 8th child at age 70 Read the original article on MassLive.
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Bobby Sherman, Heartthrob Singer and TV Actor of the 1970s, Dies at 81
Bobby Sherman, a singer and actor who became a quintessential shaggy-haired teen idol of the late 1960s and early '70s, died Tuesday at age 81. His wife, Brigette Poublon Sherman, had announced three months ago that the entertainer had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. In posting the news of his death to Instagram Tuesday morning, Poublon Sherman wrote, 'It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman. Bobby left this world holding my hand — just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage. I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince charming. Even in his final days, he stayed strong for me. That's who Bobby was—brave, gentle, and full of light.' She continued, 'As he rested, I read him fan letters from all over the world — words of love and gratitude that lifted his spirits and reminded him of how deeply he was cherished. He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye. And yes, he still found time to crack well-timed jokes — Bobby had a wonderful, wicked sense of humor. It never left him. He could light up a room with a look, a quip, or one of his classic one-liners.' His friend John Stamos confirmed the news, reposting Brigitte's message and adding, 'From one ex-teen idol to another — rest in peace Bobby Sherman.' The news had been anticipated ever since his wife revealed to fans in social media posts in late March and early April that the entertainer had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, explaining why he would no longer be able to make personal appearances. 'Thank you so much for still remembering him,' she wrote then on her Facebook page. 'We really appreciate it.' She had elaborated on his condition in an interview with Fox News Digital published April 2, saying that Sherman was 'at home with special care' at that time after the previous night being in the hospital and telling her, 'Brig, I just want to go home.' Poublon added that he was suffering from kidney cancer that had 'spread everywhere… He was doing crossword puzzles with me in the last few days. And then all of a sudden Saturday, he turned around and… he's just sleeping more and his body's not working anymore. Everything's shutting down.' Sherman came to fame as a regular for two seasons on the ABC series 'Here Come the Brides' in 1968-1970 and quickly parlayed that into an even bigger career as a singing star. Sherman was especially beloved by adolescent and pre-teen girls for his hit singles and television appearances, coming to be literally the poster boy for the power of bubblegum music for a few years. With his suitable-for-wall-pasting photo spreads in magazines like Tiger Beat and 16, Sherman was rivaled only by Donny Osmond and David Cassidy in his power to mesmerize with a soothing voice and cuddly good looks. At his peak, in 1969-70, he had four singles reach the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and achieve gold-selling status: 'Little Woman' (No. 3), 'La La La (If I Had You)' (No. 9), 'Easy Come, Easy Go' (No. 9) and perhaps his best-known song, or the one most likely to be spontaneously belted out by fans of a certain age, 'Julie, Do Ya Love Me' (No. 5). Other hits that didn't reach quite that high but still impacted the Hot 100 or adult contemporary charts included 'Hey, Mister Sun,' 'Cried Like a Baby,' 'The Drum' and 'Jennifer.' He also had three albums achieve gold status. Besides his wife, Sherman is survived by two sons, Tyler and Christopher, and six grandchildren. In her social media message, Brigitte added: 'He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart. And though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy — his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission. Thank you to every fan who ever sang along, who ever wrote a letter, who ever sent love his way. He felt it.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? 25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar
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3 days ago
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John Stamos Says Goodbye To Friend Who Shared The Spotlight: 'From One Ex Teen Idol To Another'
, the iconic 1960s teen heartthrob who captivated millions with his voice, charm, and screen presence, and a close friend of , has died at the age of 81. The singer and actor was surrounded by loved ones in his final moments, including his wife of 29 years, Brigitte Poublon Sherman, who shared a moving tribute to her husband on social media, joined by fellow entertainer John Stamos. Bobby Sherman passed away from stage 4 cancer at his home in Encino, Los Angeles. 'From one ex teen idol, to another, rest in peace Bobby Sherman,' Stamos wrote in the heartfelt post, reflecting on the life of a man whose career, and personal legacy, left a lasting impact. In her tribute, Brigitte remembered Bobby not just as a pop sensation and television star, but as a devoted partner, a loving father and grandfather, and a man of service. 'Bobby left this world holding my hand, just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage,' she wrote. 'I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince charming.' Even in his final days, Brigitte said Bobby remained strong, witty, and full of the same light that once made fans swoon across the globe. She read fan letters to him from around the world, sharing words of love and gratitude that reminded him just how cherished he was. 'He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye,' she recalled, adding that his signature sense of humor never faded. Beyond the spotlight, Sherman found a second calling in public service, trading red carpets for emergency vehicles when he became an EMT and later trained with the LAPD. According to Brigitte, he 'saved lives' and became a quiet example of 'real heroism.' Sherman is survived by his two sons, Tyler and Christopher, and six grandchildren. 'He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart,' Brigitte wrote. 'Though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy, his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission.' The news of Sherman's passing hit home for many who grew up with his music and posters on their walls. Social media quickly filled with emotional tributes from fans who remembered him not only as a star, but as a formative figure in their youth. Many recalled their earliest memories of Bobby's music and charm. One fan shared, 'So sad… I remember my older sisters had those 45s back in the day,' while another admitted, 'Had a big crush on him back in the day! RIP Bobby!' Several reflected on how deeply the loss hit them, with messages like, 'Noooooo. This was my first celebrity crush,' and 'My childhood crush. I'm heartbroken.' Others expressed sympathy directly toward John Stamos, with one user writing, 'I am so sorry for your loss @johnstamos. Sending hugs to you right now.' The wave of grief was accompanied by heartfelt blessings such as, 'So very sorry, may his memory be eternal,' and 'I was a huge fan of his!' Though Bobby Sherman may be gone, the outpouring of affection from fans proves that his voice, charm, and impact on pop culture will never be forgotten. Sherman wasn't just a pop star, he was a cultural force, a television favorite, and, in a remarkable twist, a real-life hero. Following his passing at the age of 81, fans and fellow celebrities are reflecting on the wide-ranging legacy of a man who embodied charm, compassion, and service in every chapter of his life. Sherman skyrocketed to fame in the late 1960s with a string of hit singles that captured the hearts of millions. His songs, like 'Little Woman,' 'Julie, Do Ya Love Me,' and 'Easy Come, Easy Go," became radio staples and cemented his status as one of the decade's biggest teen idols. With his signature smile and clean-cut image, Sherman quickly became a fan favorite, regularly gracing the covers of teen magazines and packing concert venues with screaming admirers. His ability to connect with young audiences through both music and media made him a household name. As fans and peers alike continue to reflect on Bobby Sherman's life and contributions, Stamos' simple but powerful message speaks volumes, 'From one ex teen idol to another. Rest in peace.' TMZ confirmed the news of Sherman's passing.
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‘60s teen idol Bobby Sherman dead at 81
Former heart-throb Bobby Sherman has died. His wife, Brigitte Poublon, and dear friend, John Stamos, confirmed his death on Tuesday, June 24, following a short battle with cancer, New York Post reports. Sherman, who skyrocketed to fame in the 1960s as an actor and musician, was 81. 'It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman,' Poublon's message, which was posted by Stamos on behalf of the widow, read. 'Bobby left this world holding my hand — just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage. I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince charming.' The tribute also revealed how Sherman spent his final days. 'As he rested, I read him fan letters from all over the world — words of love and gratitude that lifted his spirits and reminded him of how deeply he was cherished. He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye. And yes, he still found time to crack well-timed jokes — Bobby had a wonderful, wicked sense of humor [sic]. It never left him,' his wife continued. Sherman's wife announced the singer had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in March. 'To all of Bobby Sherman's cherished fans, as many of you know, Bobby has been retired for some time and is no longer able to participate in cameos, sign autographs or make appearances,' Poublon shared on social media at the time. 'It is with a heavy heart that we share Bobby has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.' 'During this challenging time, we kindly ask for your understanding and respect for our privacy,' Poublon continued. 'Thank you so much for still remembering him. We really appreciate it.' Weeks later, she revealed Sherman's cancer had 'spread everywhere.' 'He was doing crossword puzzles with me in the last few days. And then all of a sudden Saturday, he turned around and … he's just sleeping more and his body's not working anymore. It's not. Everything's shutting down,' she announced in April. Poublon also shared that the singer was receiving special care at home. 'His last words from the hospital last night were, 'Brig, I just want to go home,'' she revealed, adding that 'he can barely sign his name' and wanted 'to be left in peace' to spend his remaining days with his family and five dogs. During that time, she even advised Stamos, who Sherman considered his 'best friend,' to send the singer a personal message via video 'because I told him I don't recommend him come into the room where Bobby's at right now.' The Full House actor met the singer at Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children's Foundation, an organisation the couple founded that provides meals and education to children in Ghana, a few years ago, 'and we've been best friends ever [since],' Poublon explained. Sherman — real name Robert Cabot Sherman Jr. — had an unbelievable career, which kicked off when Jane Fonda and Natalie Wood discovered him singing 'Happy Birthday' at a party hosted by Rebel Without a Cause s tar Sal Mineo. Both Fonda and Wood fell 'in love with Bobby' at the party and helped him get an agent, Poublon said. The exchange led to his first television gig on the ABC series Shindig! where he was a house singer and cast member. But it was the 1968 breakout role of Jeremy Bolt in ABC's Here Come the Brides that 'put Bobby on the map,' his wife shared. The shaggy-haired star was considered a celebrity crush for many teens in the '60s and '70, rivalled only by Donny Osmond and David Cassidy. Sherman brought joy to millions during his career, which also included the release of 10 albums, with hits including Little Woman, Easy Come, Easy Go, La La La (If I Had You) and Julie, Do Ya Love Me. All four singles reached the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved gold-selling status. Sherman's other acting credits included Fantasy Island, Murder, She Wrote and The Love Boat. His last television appearance was on a 1997 episode of Frasier, in which he played himself. He later decided to switch gears, leaving the entertainment industry to be a man of service as an EMT and a technical reserve police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. In 1999, the hit maker was named LAPD Reserve Officer of the Year. 'He saved lives. He showed us what real heroism looks like — quiet, selfless and deeply human,' his wife said while announcing his death. 'He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart. And though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy — his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission,' Poublon added. He was previously married to Patti Carnel, with whom he shared two sons, Christopher Noel Sherman and Tyler Carnel Sherman, from 1971 to 1979. He wed Poublon, who was a fan, in 2011 after meeting at her 40th birthday bash. Sherman leaves behind Poublon, his sons and six grandchildren.
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3 days ago
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Bobby Sherman, teen idol in 1960s and '70s, dies at age 81
Bobby Sherman, whose winsome smile and fashionable shaggy mop top helped make him into a teen idol in the 1960s and '70s with bubblegum pop hits like "Little Woman" and "Julie, Do Ya Love Me," has died, his wife said in a statement posted to social media. He was 81. His wife, Brigitte Poublon, announced the death Tuesday and family friend John Stamos posted her message on Instagram: "Bobby left this world holding my hand — just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage. I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince charming. Even in his final days, he stayed strong for me. That's who Bobby was-brave, gentle, and full of light." Sherman revealed he had Stage 4 cancer earlier this year. American singer and teen idol Bobby Sherman, circa 1970. Photo bySherman was a squeaky clean regular on the covers of Tiger Beat and Sixteen magazines, often with hair over his eyes and a choker on his neck. His face was printed on lunch boxes, cereal boxes and posters that hung on the bedroom walls of his adoring fans. He landed at No. 8 in TV Guide's list of "TV's 25 Greatest Teen Idols." He was part of a lineage of teen heartthrobs who emerged as mass-market, youth-oriented magazines and TV took off, connecting fresh-scrubbed Ricky Nelson in the 1950s to David Cassidy in the '60s, all the way to Justin Bieber in the 2000s. Sherman had four Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart — "Little Woman," "Julie, Do Ya Love Me," "Easy Come, Easy Go," and "La La La (If I Had You)." He had six albums on the Billboard 200 chart, including "Here Comes Bobby," which spent 48 weeks on the album chart, peaking at No. 10. His career got its jump-start when he was cast in the ABC rock 'n' roll show "Shindig!" in the mid-'60s. Later, he starred in two television series — "Here Come the Brides" (1968-70) and "Getting Together" (1971). After the limelight moved on, Sherman became a certified emergency medical technician and instructor for the Los Angeles Police Department, teaching police recruits first aid and CPR. He donated his salary. "A lot of times, people say, 'Well, if you could go back and change things, what would you do?'" he told The Tulsa World in 1997. "And I don't think I'd change a thing — except to maybe be a little bit more aware of it, because I probably could've relished the fun of it a little more. It was a lot of work. It was a lot of blood, sweat and tears. But it was the best of times." Sherman, with sky blue eyes and dimples, grew up in the San Fernando Valley, singing Ricky Nelson songs and performing with a high-school rock band. "I was brought up in a fairly strict family," he told the Sunday News newspaper in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1998. "Law and order were important. Respect your fellow neighbor, remember other people's feelings. I was the kind of boy who didn't do things just to be mischievous." Singer Bobby Sherman at a recording session in Los Angeles, March 13, 1967. Photo by CBS via Getty Images He was studying child psychology at a community college in 1964 when his girlfriend took him to a Hollywood party, which would change his life. He stepped onstage and sang with the band. Afterward, guests Jane Fonda, Natalie Wood and Sal Mineo asked him who his agent was. They took his number and, a few days later, an agent called him and set him up with "Shindig!" Sherman hit true teen idol status in 1968, when he appeared in "Here Come the Brides," a comedy-adventure set in boom town Seattle in the 1870s. He sang the show's theme song, "Seattle," and starred as young logger Jeremy Bolt, often at loggerheads with his brother, played by David Soul. It lasted two seasons. Following the series, Sherman starred in "Getting Together," a spinoff of "The Partridge Family," about a songwriter struggling to make it in the music business. He became the first performer to star in three TV series before the age of 30. That television exposure soon translated into a fruitful recording career: His first single, "Little Woman," earned a gold record in 1969. "While the rest of the world seemed jumbled up and threatening, Sherman's smiling visage beamed from the bedroom walls of hundreds of thousands of teen-age girls, a reassuring totem against the riots, drugs, war protests and free love that raged outside," The Tulsa World said in 1997. His movies included "Wild In Streets," "He is My Brother" and "Get Crazy." Sherman pulled back from his celebrity career after several years of a frantic schedule, telling The Washington Post: "I'd film five days a week, get on a plane on a Friday night and go someplace for matinee and evening shows Saturday and Sunday, then get on a plane and go back to the studio to start filming again. It was so hectic for three years that I didn't know what home was." Sherman's pivot to becoming an emergency medical technician in 1988 was born out of a longtime fascination with medicine. Sherman said that affinity blossomed when he raised his sons with his first wife, Patti Carnel. They would get scrapes and bloody noses and he became the family's first-aid provider. So he started learning basic first aid and CPR from the Red Cross. "If I see an accident, I feel compelled to stop and give aid even if I'm in my own car," he told the St. Petersburg Times. "I carry equipment with me. And there's not a better feeling than the one you get from helping somebody out. I would recommend it to everybody." In addition to his work with the Los Angeles Police Department, he was a reserve deputy with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, working security at the courthouse. Sherman estimated that, as a paramedic, he helped five women deliver babies in the backseats of cars or other impromptu locations. In one case, he helped deliver a baby on the sidewalk and, after the birth, the new mother asked Sherman's partner what his name was. "When he told her Bobby, she named the baby Roberta. I was glad he didn't tell her my name was Sherman," he told the St. Petersburg Times in 1997. He was named LAPD's Reserve Officer of the Year for 1999 and received the FBI's Exceptional Service Award and the "Twice a Citizen" Award by the Los Angeles County Reserve Foundation. In a speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2004, then-Rep. Howard McKeon said: "Bobby is a stellar example of the statement 'to protect and serve.' We can only say a simple and heartfelt thank you to Bobby Sherman and to all the men and women who courageously protect and serve the citizens of America." Later, Sherman would join the 1990s-era "Teen Idols Tour" with former 1960s heartthrobs Micky Dolenz and Davy Jones of the Monkees and Peter Noone of Herman's Hermits. The Chicago Sun-Times in 1998 described one of Sherman's performances: "Dressed to kill in black leather pants and white shirt, he was showered with roses and teddy bears as he started things off with 'Easy Come, Easy Go.' As he signed scores of autographs at the foot of the stage, it was quickly draped by female fans of every conceivable age group." Sherman also co-founded the Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children's Foundation in Ghana, which provides education, health, and welfare programs to children in need. He is survived by two sons, Christopher and Tyler, and his wife.
