Adam Richappeared in 1970s sitcoms as a child actor 8 is enoughdied of an accidental fentanyl overdose in January.
The cause of death was obtained by the Los Angeles County coroner’s autopsy report. TMZThe study also reveals that the 54-year-old man was taking non-toxic levels of alcohol and lorazepam when he was found dead in his Los Angeles-area home five months earlier. .
Rich stars as youngest son Nicholas Bradford 8 is enoughstay together ABC He appeared in sitcoms for all five seasons from 1977 to 1981, and reprized the role in the 1987 and 1989 class reunion television movies.
he also appeared on a TV show code red and made a guest appearance St Elsweyr, silver spoon, little wonderand baywatch before leaving film and television screens in 2003.
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As an adult, Rich struggled with substance abuse and was once arrested for stealing drugs from a pharmacy. TMZ Note.
After his death other 8 is enough Performer paid tribute to Rich on social media. “I broke my bones” Willie Amesactor Nicholas’ brother Tommy Bradford, I have written On facebook. “Adam was more than just a colleague. He was literally my only brother. A friend for life.”
and Betty BuckleyThe actor, who played stepmother Abby Bradford on the show, shared his memories with the actor on Instagram, write in“Adam Rich was a light and a young friend of mine throughout the four seasons. I was happy to work with him.” 8 is enough. I adore him and loved working with him on scenes together on the show. He was very kind, funny, fresh and natural. He brought so much joy to all of us on the show and to the viewers. ”
Rich’s Hollywood contemporaries also mourned the death.
“Rest in peace, Adam Rich.” tweeted I’m worried Starring Lydia Cornell. “What a sad news. Gone too soon.”
“Adam Rich, rest in peace my friend.” I have written different strokes Alum Todd Bridges.
enchanted Alum Erin Murphy tweeted, “Is this true?!” Rest in peace, gentle Adam Rich. ”
and assist meof Corey Feldman I have written“Another bright light, another tormented soul, another child star who could not find peace after enduring! He was a friend, a comrade, [and] talented person [with] deep passion [for] Help others understand mental illness. #Ripadam Rich. I will miss him! ”
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