The world of entertainment has lost a special person. Robert Carradine, the actor who played Sam McGuire on Disneys Lizzie McGuire has passed away at the age of 71. His family told us about his death on February 23 2026. This made a lot of people who worked with him and fans who grew up watching him very sad. They are all remembering him as a TV dad.”

A Brave Fight and a Lasting Legacy

Robert Carradines family said some nice things about him. They called him a “beacon of light” and a “beautiful soul.” They also talked about his health problems. Robert Carradine had been dealing with Bipolar Disorder for a time over 20 years. He fought hard against it.

By talking about his struggles his family wants to help people be understanding about mental health. They want to make sure people do not feel bad about having health issues. Robert Carradines brother, Keith Carradine said there is no shame in being sick. Instead he wants to remember Robert Carradines talent, wisdom and sense of humor.

From Old Favorites to Disney Star

A lot of people know Robert Carradine as the kind and supportive father on Lizzie McGuire.. He had a very long career, over 60 years and was in more than 150 movies and shows. Robert Carradine was part of an acting family, the Carradines.

He was in the movie Revenge of the Nerds in 1984. Became very famous.

• Robert Carradine played Lewis Skolnick and people loved him.
• He was also in Lizzie McGuire and the movie that came out in 2003.
• Robert Carradine even worked with John Wayne in the movie “The Cowboys” when he was very young.

The Lizzie McGuire Cast Says Goodbye

The people who worked with Robert Carradine on Lizzie McGuire are very sad. Hilary Duff posted on media and said she was hurt by his death. She and Robert Carradine became friends in life after working together. Fans are also posting videos of Sam McGuires moments and remembering how warm and welcoming he was.

Robert Carradine is survived by his children, Marika and Ian his grandchildren and his brothers. He will be remembered for making people laugh being strong and being kind. Robert Carradine will always be the Lizzie McGuire dad, to people.