Few teen idols captured the hearts of young fans in the late 1960s and early 1970s quite like Bobby Sherman. With chart-topping hits such as Little Woman and Easy Come, Easy Go, Sherman became one of the most recognizable faces in pop culture. His combination of musical talent, television success, and boy-next-door charm earned him a devoted fan base and a lasting place in entertainment history.
Today, at 78, Sherman lives a much quieter life—one focused on service, family, and charitable work rather than fame and celebrity.
A Star of Music and Television
Bobby Sherman first gained national attention as a house singer on the popular music variety show Shindig!. His breakthrough came when he starred in the television series Here Come the Brides from 1968 to 1970, a role that helped transform him into a teen sensation.
He later starred in Getting Together, a spin-off of The Partridge Family, and continued appearing on television throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Sherman also made guest appearances on well-known shows including The Monkees and The Partridge Family.
His final regular television role came in the 1986 series Sanchez of Bel Air. Years later, he made a brief appearance as himself on Frasier, delighting longtime fans.
Despite eventually leaving Hollywood, Sherman has often spoken fondly about his years in entertainment, describing them as some of the happiest times of his life and expressing gratitude to the fans who supported his career.
Choosing a Different Path
After stepping away from the spotlight, Sherman made a surprising career change. What began as an effort to learn CPR and emergency medical skills for his children soon developed into a passion for helping others.
He trained as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and became deeply involved in public safety. In 1989, he launched a nonprofit volunteer EMT program that trained police officers in emergency medical response and provided medical support at community events.
Sherman later became a police officer and served as Chief Medical Training Officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. Remarkably, he chose not to accept a salary for his work, finding fulfillment in teaching lifesaving skills and serving his community.
A Final Return to the Stage
Although he had largely retired from entertainment, Sherman briefly returned to music in the late 1990s. In 1998, he joined fellow teen idols Peter Noone and Davy Jones for a successful concert tour that reunited legendary performers with generations of fans.
The tour allowed longtime admirers to relive memories from Sherman’s heyday, while introducing his music to younger audiences. His final live concert performance took place in 2001.
Family and Philanthropy
Sherman was first married to Patti Carnel, and the couple had two sons together. In 2011, he married Brigitte Poublon, beginning a new chapter focused on charitable work.
Together, they founded the Brigitte and Bobby Sherman Children’s Foundation, an organization based in Ghana that works to improve education, healthcare, and quality of life for children in underserved communities.
Through the foundation, Sherman has continued making a positive impact far beyond the entertainment world, dedicating his time and resources to helping those in need.
Life at 78
While many remember Bobby Sherman as one of the biggest teen idols of his generation, his legacy extends well beyond music and television. His commitment to public service, emergency medical training, and charitable work has defined the later years of his life.
Today, Sherman enjoys a quieter lifestyle away from the spotlight, focusing on family, philanthropy, and giving back. Though decades have passed since his chart-topping success, he remains a beloved figure whose influence continues to be felt both on and off the stage.
