David Cassidy of ‘Partridge Family’ fame dies at the age of 67

David Cassidy, who came to fame as a teen idol starring in the 1970s sitcom “The Patridge Family," died at the age of 67, according to his publicist Jo-Ann Geffen.

"David died surrounded by those he loved, with joy in his heart and free from the pain that had gripped him for so long," a family statement said.

Cassidy was admitted to the hospital on Saturday after suffering from organ failure.

Cassidy said he had arthritis and dementia in 2015 and early this year. He also stressed that he would stop touring in order to "enjoy life."

David Cassidy was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He was born into the entertainment industry that made him a star.

(AP)