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Actor Robert Carradine, who was best known for his role in the \u201cNerds\u201d movie franchise, has died. He was 71.<\/p>\n
In a statement to Deadline, Carradine\u2019s family said he struggled with bipolar disorder.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is with profound sadness that we must share that our beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother Robert Carradine has passed away. In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon on light to everyone around him,\u201d the statement said. \u201cWe are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby\u2019s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with Bipolar Disorder.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness. At this time we ask for the privacy to grieve this unfathomable loss. With gratitude for your understanding and compassion.\u201d<\/p>\n
Carradine, the youngest of a prolific Hollywood family including brothers David, Keith and Christopher, was from Los Angeles and first appeared in \u201cBonanza\u201d in 1971 and John Wayne\u2019s \u201cThe Cowboys\u201d in 1972, according to the Associated Press.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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