Robert Carradine, 'Lizzie McGuire' and 'Revenge of the Nerds' star, dead at 71

Robert Carradine, best known for his roles in "Lizzie McGuire" and the "Revenge of the Nerds" franchise, has died. He was 71. 

On Monday, the actor's family confirmed his death in a statement to Deadline.

"It is with profound sadness that we must share that our beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother Robert Carradine has passed away," the statement began.

"In a world that can feel so dark, Bobby was always a beacon on light to everyone around him," the statement continued.