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Following the death of Robert Carradine<\/strong> at age 71<\/a>, many fans are wondering about the famous last name<\/a> he shared with several other Hollywood stars.<\/p>\n Yes, Robert Carradine was part of the legendary Carradine acting family, one of the most recognizable dynasties in film and television history.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how they\u2019re connected.<\/p>\n RELATED: Former Child Star Dead at 33 After Sudden Medical Emergency<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Robert and David Carradine<\/strong> were paternal half-brothers.<\/p>\n David Carradine was best known for starring as Kwai Chang Caine in the 1970s TV series Kung Fu<\/em> and later for his role as Bill in Quentin Tarantino<\/a>\u2019s<\/strong>Kill Bill<\/em> films. He died in 2009 at the age of 72 while in Thailand. Authorities initially suggested the possibility of death by suicide, though later forensic findings commissioned by his family ruled it out, according to Reuters<\/a>.<\/p>\n Robert was the youngest of the Carradine brothers and often appeared alongside David, including in the 1980 film The Long Riders<\/em>, where real-life brothers portrayed real-life outlaw siblings.<\/p>\n RELATED: \u2018Trapper John, M.D.\u2019 Star Dies at 87<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Keith Carradine<\/strong>, 76, is also Robert\u2019s brother and David’s paternal half-brother.<\/p>\n Keith has had a long and acclaimed career in film and television. He won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for \u201cI\u2019m Easy\u201d from the 1975 film Nashville<\/em>. On television, he has appeared in Dexter, Fargo, Deadwood, Madam Secretary<\/em> and The Big Bang Theory<\/em>.<\/p>\n Following Robert\u2019s death, Keith described his brother as \u201cprofoundly gifted\u201d<\/a> and spoke openly about Robert\u2019s decades-long struggle with Bipolar Disorder, emphasizing that \u201cthere is no shame in it.\u201d<\/p>\n RELATED: \u2018Nash Bridges\u2019 Star Dies at 75<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Robert\u2019s father was John Carradine<\/strong>, a prolific Hollywood actor who appeared in more than 200 films.<\/p>\n John Carradine worked extensively with director John Ford<\/strong> and appeared in classics like Stagecoach<\/em> and The Grapes of Wrath<\/em>. His long career laid the foundation for what would become a multi-generational acting dynasty. He died in 1988 at the age of 82.<\/p>\n RELATED: Blues Brothers Rock & Roll HOF Guitarist Dies at 84<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Actress Martha Plimpton<\/strong>, 55, is Robert Carradine\u2019s niece. She is the daughter of Keith Carradine and has had a successful career in film, television and theater, including Emmy-winning work.<\/p>\n RELATED: \u2018Gunsmoke,\u2019 \u2018Rawhide\u2019 Actor Dies at 95<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Ever Carradine<\/strong>, 51, is Robert Carradine\u2019s daughter.<\/p>\n Ever is known for her roles in The Handmaid\u2019s Tale, Runaways<\/em> and The Rookie<\/em>. She is part of the third generation of Carradine actors working in Hollywood.<\/p>\n The Carradine name spans generations<\/a>. For many fans revisiting Robert Carradine\u2019s work in Revenge of the Nerds<\/em> or Lizzie McGuire<\/em>, the family connection adds another layer to a remarkable Hollywood legacy.<\/p>\n If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation call or text 988 to connect to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.<\/em><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfac\u00a0<\/strong>SIGN UP for Parade\u2019s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\ud83c\udfac<\/strong><\/p>\n This story was originally published by Parade<\/a> on Feb 24, 2026, where it first appeared in the News<\/a> section. 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