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David Cassidy, who became famous in the 1970s playing Keith Partridge on The Partridge Family, has died, his publicist confirmed on Tuesday night. He was 67 years old.Β
"On behalf of the entire Cassidy family, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, our uncle, and our dear brother, David Cassidy," a statement from his publicist Jo-Ann Geffen read. "David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long. Thank you for the abundance of love and support you have shown him these many years."
He had been admitted to a Florida hospital several days earlier for organ failure.Β
Cassidy rose to fame in 1970 on The Partridge Family, which pushed "I Think I Love You" to the top of the charts with the teen heartthrob on vocals.
On Nov. 18, NBC News reported that Cassidy had been hospitalized and needed a liver transplant. Earlier this year, the singer revealed his recent battle with dementia. He talked openly about it with fans in New York during the last tour of his career.
David Cassidy performs his final touring concert at B.B. King Blues Club & Grill on March 4, 2017 in New York City.
Image: Getty Images
After news of his death spread, music legends and Hollywood stars paid tribute to Cassidy's legacy on social media.Β
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of David Cassidy ... part of a musical legacy via his role as "Keith Partridge" that brought music and laughter into the homes of millions ... πΌπποΈ pic.twitter.com/tgj1IXkUBt
β Gloria Gaynor (@gloriagaynor) November 22, 2017
So sorry to hear about David Cassidy's passing. Godspeed. pic.twitter.com/JpKs2VNvZw
β Rick Springfield (@rickspringfield) November 22, 2017
Iβm very sad to hear about David Cassidy. There were times in the mid-1970s when he would come over to my house and we even started writing a song together. He was a very talented and nice person. Love & Mercy to David and his family.
β Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) November 22, 2017
#DavidCassidy. You were so sweet to me and you left us too soon. To me and millions of us you were forever young. RIP. pic.twitter.com/3JcjvKiUIA
β Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) November 22, 2017
Heartbroken over the passing of #DavidCassidy. He graced the covers of teen magazines w/ my Brothers in the β70s. My condolences to his Family. ππ #RIP #PartridgeFamily #DavidsHitSong #70sIcon #IWokeUpInLoveThisMorning pic.twitter.com/EUJXr8YBwb
β Marie Osmond (@marieosmond) November 22, 2017