Bobby Sherman, the heartthrob of the 1960s and early 1970s who captivated a generation with his pop hits and television roles before dedicating his life to public service, passed away on June 24, 2025, at his home in Encino, California. He was 81. His wife, Brigitte Poublon, confirmed that Sherman had been battling stage 4 kidney cancer, a diagnosis he publicly revealed earlier this year.
Born Robert Cabot Sherman Jr. on July 22, 1943, in Santa Monica, California, Sherman rose to fame with his boyish charm, blue eyes, and shaggy hair, becoming a staple on the covers of teen magazines like Tiger Beat and Sixteen. His musical career took off in 1969 with the release of “Little Woman,” which sold over a million copies and peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. He followed up with other hits, including “Julie, Do Ya Love Me,” “Easy Come, Easy Go,” and “La La La (If I Had You),” earning multiple gold records.
Sherman’s television career was equally notable. He starred as Jeremy Bolt in the ABC series Here Come the Brides from 1968 to 1970, and later headlined Getting Together, a spinoff of The Partridge Family. His appearances on shows like American Bandstand and The Ed Sullivan Show further cemented his status as a teen idol.
Despite his success, Sherman chose to step away from the limelight in the mid-1970s. Inspired by his interest in medicine and a desire to help others, he became a certified emergency medical technician (EMT) in 1988. He volunteered with the Los Angeles Police Department, teaching first aid and CPR to recruits, and later served as a reserve deputy sheriff in San Bernardino County. His contributions earned him the LAPD’s Reserve Officer of the Year award in 1999 and the FBI’s Exceptional Service Award.
Sherman’s commitment to service extended beyond the United States. Alongside his wife, he co-founded the Brigitte & Bobby Sherman Children’s Foundation, which provides education and health programs to children in Ghana. The foundation reflects Sherman’s enduring dedication to humanitarian causes.
In a heartfelt tribute, Poublon remembered her husband as “brave, gentle, and full of light.” She shared that Sherman spent his final days surrounded by family, finding comfort in fan letters and the company of his loved ones. Actor John Stamos, a close friend, also paid homage, highlighting Sherman’s impact on both the entertainment industry and public service.
Sherman is survived by his wife, Brigitte Poublon, and his two sons, Christopher and Tyler, from his first marriage to Patti Carnel. He also leaves behind six grandchildren.
From teen idol to dedicated public servant, Bobby Sherman’s life was marked by a profound commitment to bringing joy and aid to others. His legacy endures in his music, his humanitarian efforts, and the countless lives he touched throughout his multifaceted career.