Bobby Sherman, the beloved 1960s teen idol known for hits like “Little Woman” and his role in Here Come the Brides, is facing a critical health battle. His wife, Brigitte Poublon, revealed that the 81-year-old has been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer, which has metastasized throughout his body.
In an emotional interview with Fox News Digital, Poublon shared that Sherman’s health has rapidly declined. “He was doing crossword puzzles with me in the last few days. And then all of a sudden Saturday, he turned around and… he’s just sleeping more and his body’s not working anymore. It’s not. Everything’s shutting down,” … said.
Sherman, who officially retired last year, had continued to engage with fans through autograph signings. However, his condition has now left him unable to sign his name, and he has expressed a desire to spend his remaining time in peace at home with his family and their five dogs. His last words from the hospital were a poignant request: “Brig, I just want … .”
The outpouring of support from fans and friends has been overwhelming. Longtime friend John Stamos, who became close to Sherman through their work with the Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children’s … has been sending video messages to uplift his spirits. Poublon noted, “John’s been very great about … .”
Sherman’s career spanned both entertainment and public service. After rising to fame in the 1960s … 1970s, he transitioned into a career as a paramedic and later served as a reserve officer with the Los Angeles Police … , earning the title of Reserve Officer of the Year in 1999. He retired from public service in 2010.
Together with Poublon, Sherman co-founded the Brigitte and Bobby Sherman … which provides education and meals to children in … Poublon emphasized Sherman’s dedication to helping others, stating, “I think it’s important that Bobby realizes … … his love for caring about people … .”
As Sherman faces this challenging time, his family requests privacy and expresses gratitude for the continued support from fans worldwide.