Adam Rich, who starred within the huge hit, “Eight Is Sufficient” has died … TMZ has realized.
A member of the family tells TMZ … Adam died Saturday at his L.A. space residence. The member of the family wouldn’t reveal the reason for loss of life, however a regulation enforcement supply tells TMZ somebody got here to his residence and located him lifeless. The regulation enforcement supply provides … this was not foul play.
Adam performed Nicholas Bradford, the youngest son on “Eight Is Sufficient.” The collection ran from 1977-1981.
He had different credit as properly, together with “Code Pink” in 1981 and “Dungeons & Dragons” in 1983.
Adam made VH1’s listing of the best 100 child stars, coming in at #73.
He retreated from present enterprise within the ’80s as a result of he stated he didn’t just like the glare of the highlight or, for that matter, something celebrity-related.
Adam took up appearing at Chatsworth Excessive Faculty within the San Fernando Valley. His drama instructor additionally taught Kevin Spacey, Val Kilmer and different huge actors.
Sadly, Adam had substance abuse points, which resulted in a 1991 arrest after he smashed a pharmacy window in an effort to acquire medication. He was bailed out by Dick Van Patten, his TV dad on “Eight Is Sufficient.” He had different authorized points as properly.
Adam’s mantra — “Life is for dwelling, and I stay my life to the fullest every single day.”
Adam was 54. RIP