Ever Carradine, daughter of the late actor Robert Carradine, shares her profound grief after her father’s tragic death by suicide, calling it “one of the hardest weeks” of her life while honoring his legacy.
Key Points
- Ever Carradine describes the week following her father’s death as “one of the hardest” of her life.
- Robert Carradine died by suicide on February 23, 2026, at 71, after a long battle with bipolar disorder.
- Ever honors her father’s legacy, praising his unwavering love and support throughout her life.
Ever Carradine, the Handling the True actress and daughter of the late Robert Carradine, has shared a heartfelt post on her Instagram Stories, describing the past week as “one of the hardest” of her life following her father’s death by suicide on February 23, 2026. Robert, best known for his iconic roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, was 71 years old.
The family confirmed in a statement that Robert’s death followed a “valiant struggle” with bipolar disorder, a battle he fought for nearly two decades. The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office has since ruled his death a suicide People.
Ever Carradine’s Tribute
In her Instagram post, Ever reflected on her father’s love and support, writing, “Whenever anyone asks me how I turned out so normal, I always tell them it’s because of my dad.” She also shared a selfie with her friend, celebrity esthetician Joanna Vargas, acknowledging the emotional toll of the past week.
Hours after Robert’s death, Ever posted a series of family photos alongside a moving tribute, stating, “My dad died today. My sweet, funny dad, who’s only 20 years older than I am, who never missed an opportunity to drive me to the airport or tell me how much he loved my homemade salad dressing, is gone.” She continued, “If you knew my dad, you know he’s the guy that’s always there.”
Robert Carradine’s Legacy
Robert Carradine was a beloved figure in Hollywood, known for his charisma and talent. His family described him as “a beacon of light to everyone around him,” adding, “We are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby’s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with bipolar disorder. We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness.”
In addition to Ever, Robert is survived by his children, Ian and Marika, whom he shared with his ex-wife, Edie Mani.
Mental Health Resources
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