Bobby Sherman was a pop idol, actor, and teen sensation of the late 1960s and early ’70s, known for chart-topping hits like Little Woman and his role in Here Come the Brides. He passed away on June 24, 2025, at his home in Los Angeles, at the age of 81. The news was shared by his wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman, in a heartfelt Instagram post later reposted by their close friend John Stamos.
“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,” Brigitte wrote.
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Bobby is survived by Brigitte, his two sons—Christopher and Tyler—from his first marriage to Patti Carnel, and six grandchildren.
Before the fame and fan mail, it all started at home. Long before anyone knew his name, it was his parents—especially his father—who believed in him. In the early 1960s, his dad built a soundproof practice room in their house so Bobby could focus on his music.
Here’s a closer look at the family behind the star!
Details on His Parents and Family Tragedy
Bobby Sherman was born in Santa Monica, California, to Robert Cabot Sherman Sr. and Juanita (née Freeman) Sherman. He grew up in Van Nuys alongside his sister, Darlene.
Both of his parents have since passed. His father, Robert, died on June 23, 1990, at 70. His mother, Juanita, lived into her 80s and passed away on May 17, 2007, at 85.
The family also faced another loss years later. In 1998, Bobby’s sister Darlene lost her husband, Reuben Charles “Mac” Mack, who died at the age of 67. The couple had been married since July 1955 and raised four children together.
His Father Worked as a Milkman and a Theater Usher
Robert was born on November 28, 1919, in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles at the age of 16. He found work as a movie theater usher before landing a job delivering milk for Arden Farms in Beverly Hills.
Later, he was drafted into the U.S. Army, but his service was cut short due to health issues. After returning home, he picked up right where he left off—this time delivering milk across the San Fernando Valley. In 1951, the family settled in Van Nuys.
Eventually, he started his own delivery business, Woodland Hills Dairy, serving around 1,000 customers in the area. He continued the work for decades before retiring in 1975
