Bobby Sherman, the beloved singer and actor who rose to fame as a teen heartthrob in the 1960s, has died at the age of 81. His passing, which comes just months after he was diagnosed with stage four cancer, was confirmed today by his wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman, and close family friend John Stamos.

Sherman became a household name in the late 1960s, notably for his role as Jeremy Bolt in the ABC Western drama Here Come the Brides, which aired from 1968 to 1970. Prior to that, he gained recognition as a house singer on the popular music series Shindig!.

In addition to his acting career, Bobby Sherman enjoyed considerable success as a pop singer. His 1969 single Little Woman peaked at Number 3 on the US charts and remains one of his best-known hits. Other notable tracks from his musical career include Julie, Do Ya Love Me and Easy Come, Easy Go.

Sherman’s death was announced in a moving joint statement shared on Instagram by his wife and Stamos, who is also a former teen idol. “From one ex teen idol to another – rest in peace Bobby Sherman,” wrote Stamos.

Brigitte’s heartfelt tribute followed in the same post:

“It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman. Bobby left this world holding my hand — just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage.”

She continued:

“I was his Cinderella, and he was my Prince Charming. Even in his final days, he stayed strong for me. That’s who Bobby was — brave, gentle, and full of light.”

Brigitte described how, in his final moments, she read fan letters aloud to him — messages of admiration and affection from across the world. “He soaked up every word with that familiar sparkle in his eye,” she wrote, adding that he retained his sharp wit and sense of humour until the very end. “Bobby had a wonderful, wicked sense of humour. It never left him. He could light up a room with a look, a quip, or one of his classic one-liners.”

Reflecting on his public life and private character, Brigitte highlighted that while Bobby brought joy to millions through his music and on-screen performances, he was “something much more” to those who truly knew him.

Later in life, Sherman stepped away from show business to serve the community. He became a trained emergency medical technician (EMT) and went on to work with the Los Angeles Police Department, where he also served as a trainer.

“He gave up sold-out concerts and magazine covers to save lives,” Brigitte wrote. “He showed us what real heroism looks like — quiet, selfless, and deeply human. He lived with integrity, gave without hesitation, and loved with his whole heart.”

Concluding her tribute, she thanked his fans:

“Though our family feels his loss profoundly, we also feel the warmth of his legacy — his voice, his laughter, his music, his mission. Thank you to every fan who ever sang along, who ever wrote a letter, who ever sent love his way. He felt it. Rest gently, my love.”

Sherman is survived by his wife Brigitte, his sons Tyler and Christopher, and six grandchildren.

Fans and Fellow Stars Mourn the Loss of a Pop Culture Icon
Tributes have poured in following the news of Sherman’s death. Fans took to social media to express their love and sorrow for the late star.

One user commented: “Loved him growing up and always. Wonderful human. RIP.”
Another wrote: “Still love his music. Prayers to his family and friends.”
A third added: “He brought so many smiles to so many fans. He will be missed. A class act.”
Others shared how deeply he touched their youth, with one fan writing: “My childhood crush. I'm heartbroken.” Another described him as “a huge loss for the world and a beautiful spirit in Heaven.”