Robert Carradine, Revenge of the Nerds star, dies at 71
Actor Robert Carradine, best known for his roles in Revenge of the Nerds, The Long Riders, and Lizzie McGuire, has died at the age of 71. His family confirmed the news in a statement shared with Deadline on Tuesday.
Carradine's career spanned over three decades, with more than 30 film and television appearances. He first gained widespread recognition in the 1984 comedy Revenge of the Nerds and its sequels. Later, he became a familiar face to younger audiences as Sam McGuire in Disney's Lizzie McGuire series and its 2003 film adaptation.
His other credits included The Long Riders, Timecop 2, and Supercross, along with guest roles in TV shows like Lois & Clark and NYPD Blue. Behind the scenes, he had privately struggled with bipolar disorder for nearly 20 years.
The actor's family has not yet released further details about the circumstances of his death. Carradine leaves behind a legacy of memorable performances across film and television, from cult comedies to family entertainment.
