Robert Carradine’s cause of death has been confirmed just days after the actor’s unexpected death on February 23. Following the news of his passing, it was publicly revealed that he lived with bipolar disorder for several years.

According to TMZ, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has officially ruled Robert Carradine’s death a suicide.

The manner of the “Revenge of the Nerds” star’s death is listed as suicide, with the official cause of death confirmed as sequelae of anoxic brain injury and hanging. Carradine died due to lack of brain oxygen.

The day of his death, the Carradine family issued an official statement confirming he took his own life, while noting his ongoing struggle with bipolar disorder.

“In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon of light to everyone around him. We are bereft at the loss of this beautiful soul and want to acknowledge Bobby’s valiant struggle against his nearly two-decade battle with bipolar disorder,” the statement read, per Deadline.

Shortly before his death, Carradine was working on what would be his last project, titled “The Driver,” AKA “Driving into Darkness.”

Per director Connie Lamothe, she was concerned about the actor when he didn’t attend a table read for the film, telling TMZ she noticed concerning behavior back in January when Carradine went “radio silent.”

A close friend of Carradine, who was also working on the film, told Lamothe to give the “Lizzie McGuire” star some space due to his mental health struggles in the hopes that he would return on his own accord.

In a post on Instagram, Duff offered kind words of remembrance alongside photos of the two on set of the hit Disney channel series.

“This one hurts,” her caption began. “It’s really hard to face this reality about an old friend. There was so much warmth in the McGuire family and I always felt so cared for by my on-screen parents.”

“I’ll be forever grateful for that. I’m deeply sad to learn Bobby was suffering. My heart aches for him, his family, and everyone who loved him,” she continued.

She wasn’t the only former “Lizzie McGuire” co-star to pay tribute, as Jake Thomas, who played Carradine’s son and Duff’s brother, also shared a heartfelt message.

“My heart hurts today. I was fortunate to know Bobby for most my life. And he was one of the coolest guys you could ever meet. Funny, pragmatic, sometimes cranky, always a little eccentric,” Thomas’s message read in part.

“Good moments, challenging moments, and lots of laughs between. I looked up to him growing up. And later in life, I came to realize he thought I was pretty neat, too. So I guess I was doing something right in his eyes,” his message continued.

“Rest easy, Bobby. Love you, ‘Jaker,’” Thomas added.

According to a previous report from The Blast, Robert Cosby Jr. died in late February 2026, just weeks after he was released from jail after violating a protective order.

On Friday, February 27, Rose shared a picture of herself and her son, Brooks, on her Instagram Stories. Rose, 39, captioned the flick, “Soccer weekend with Brooks feels especially meaningful today, as we remember the fragility of life.”

For those unfamiliar, Mary confirmed earlier this week that her son, Robert, had “been called home to the Lord” after an intense battle with addiction.

Reports reveal Salt Lake City police officers responded to a call of a potential overdose and later found the 23-year-old dead upon arrival.

“In memory of Robert Jr., with so much love for your family—Mary Cosby. We’re here for you,” Rose continued.

Robert’s death hit Bravo viewers hard, considering the young adult bravely spoke with his mother, Mary, about his struggles during a season 5 episode of “RHOSLC.” During their conversation, both Robert and Mary broke down in tears when he admitted he was using drugs such as “Xanax” to help add “seasoning to [my life].”

After some time, though, the drugs Robert began using intensified.

“Then, I started doing Xanax with Acid, and then Molly with Xanax,” he told Mary. “I really like Xanax, so I mix it with everything. Xanax and cocaine. You know the regular 30mg Oxys? I noticed … this was, like, a turning point for me. I was taking 10 at once, and I couldn’t even feel it,” he said.

Robert’s death comes weeks after he was released from a Utah jail after reportedly violating a protective order between him and his ex-wife. During the “RHOSLC” season 6 reunion, Mary discussed Robert’s legal troubles, explaining that his run-in with the law stemmed from his unwillingness to listen.

“He went back anyway thinking that she wants him to come back and save her. I don’t know where he’s getting that from, delusional,” Mary said. “Every time he’d go back over there, they’d call the police and they’d arrest him.”

According to Page Six, Robert was taken into custody in November 2025 after allegedly getting into an altercation with his ex-wife’s father and a Salt Lake City police officer.

Robert’s lawyer, Clayton Simms, previously described his time in jail as a “blessing,” revealing it had given Robert a chance to “sober up.”

“He’s looking forward to doing positive things. The difficulty is that he was slow to recognize the dissolution of his marriage. But now he understands the relationship is over, and he’s moving forward,” Simms added.

According to TMZ, Robert’s release from jail came with strict conditions, including requiring him to wear an ankle monitoring device.

After reportedly being charged with assault, criminal trespassing, and violation of a jail release court order, Robert received 24 months of probation.

His probation release came with standard requirements, meaning Robert was ordered to stay out of legal trouble, report to a probation officer, and enroll in some sort of substance abuse, mental health, and anger management program.

Additionally, Robert was ordered not to use, consume, or possess alcohol or illegal drugs.

While “The View” may look polished on screen, so much more is going on behind the scenes, and guest co-host Sara Eisen is spilling. 

With Alyssa Farah Griffin out on maternity leave, the Hot Topics table has welcomed a rotation of substitutes, including Eisen. 

The “Squawk on the Street” anchor is now detailing her experience on the broadcast, gushing about how seamless the show appears even though it is raw and unscripted. 

On her second day subbing in for Griffin, Eisen shared insight on what it is like at the table, admitting it’s not exactly what she expected as a longtime viewer.

When Joy Behar asked whether she was enjoying herself, the CNBC anchor didn’t hesitate to share. “First of all, you guys are all wonderful and gracious. It’s a pleasure to be here, as someone who’s watched the show forever,” the 41-year-old said, according to Entertainment Weekly.

Eisen described the opportunity as a “treat,” saying it allowed her to speak freely about a range of topics. Sunny Hostin then asked whether the reality of the show matched Eisen’s expectations.

“I love how spontaneous it is and how authentic it is,” the business journalist responded. “And how we’re prepared and we’re read-in, but not scripted. It looks very perfect when you watch it on TV, but anything can happen out here.”

Eisen admired her colleague’s ability to perform without earpieces, which sparked a playful jab from Ana Navarro: “Even when Joy does get cued in her ear, she just ignores it.”

Eisen isn’t the only guest co-host to step in during Griffin’s absence. Savannah Chrisley also joined the panel and spoke about her time on the show, thanking the panel for giving her a platform to share differing opinions.

Chrisley’s brief stint on the table did not go without backlash. As The Blast reported, the February 19 episode featured Chrisley, Hostin, and Whoopi Goldberg in an argument over Donald Trump. 

Goldberg argued that the president has sent “mixed messages” during Black History Month, citing his stance on DEI initiatives and past racist actions. 

However, Chrisley countered her, saying she had personally seen Trump’s positive side and finds it hard to see people call him “racist.” She then pointed out Trump’s support of a longtime Black employee.

Hostin pushed back, saying Trump’s behavior still amounted to racism, while Goldberg highlighted examples such as Trump sharing offensive posts about Barack and Michele Obama. 

Chrisley’s defense of the U.S. leader drew criticism from fans, and one even accused her of “auditioning for the White House press secretary.”

With Chrisley’s guest-host run now over, more familiar faces, including former co-host Abby Huntsman, are expected to fill in for Griffin in the months to come. However, one thing is for sure: past panelist Jenny McCarthy won’t be reclaiming a seat at the table.

McCarthy appeared on the daytime talk show from 2013 to 2014, but she has firmly ruled out ever returning, even after producers reportedly reached out.

During an appearance on “The Katie Miller Podcast” last month, McCarthy reflected candidly on her experience, admitting it was far from positive.

As The Blast reported, McCarthy explained that producers initially hired her to provide light-hearted commentary. However, they quickly shifted toward political discussions, which left her feeling unprepared at the time. 

McCarthy added that she was asked to return for the reunion, but her reaction was, “over her dead body.”

After McCarthy recounted her past stint with the long-running ABC show, her ex-colleague Sherri Shepherd echoed the same account. 

According to The Blast, Shepherd revealed that the showrunners hired her because they wanted someone “relatable.”