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Ex-‘Partridge Family’ star has dementia

David Cassidy, pictured in 2012. Getty Images

Former “Partridge Family” star David Cassidy says he’s struggling with memory loss.

The 66-year-old actor-singer tells People magazine his family has a history of dementia and he had sensed “this was coming.”

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A rep for Cassidy confirmed to USA Today that he has been diagnosed with dementia.

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He says for now he wants to stay focused and “enjoy life.”

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Cassidy has had numerous personal problems in the decades following his initial success, ranging from substance abuse to bankruptcy.

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He’s the stepson of actress and fellow “Partridge Family” star Shirley Jones.

(The Associated Press)

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