David Cassidy, son of actors Evelyn Ward and Jack Cassidy, rose to fame as the singing teen heartthrob Keith Partridge on the television series The Partridge Family. His success led to hit singles, Grammy nominations, and a massive fan club. By the mid-'70s, Cassidy shifted to acting on television and stage, gaining credibility as a dramatic and musical theater actor. Nostalgia in the '90s brought him back into the spotlight, leading to a successful Las Vegas residency with the show EFX and later the Rat Pack Is Back.

Cassidy continued touring and making television appearances into the 2000s, releasing new music and embracing his revived popularity. In 2017, he announced he had dementia and passed away later that year at the age of 67. Despite his struggles, David Cassidy left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry as a versatile performer with a devoted fan base.