Alan Thicke, best known for his work in the ‘80s sitcom “Growing Pains,” died of a heart attack on Tuesday, Dec. 13. He was 69.
His death was confirmed by son, pop-soul singer Robin Thicke’s publicist Tuesday evening.
Before Thicke made a name for himself, he composed music and served as a producer. The Canadian-born star then starred in his show, “Alan Thicke Show,” from 1980 to 1983.
Thicke went on to host popular shows in the 90s such as “Pictionary” and “Three’s a Crowd.” He also starred in movies based off of his successful sitcom, such as “The Growing Pains Movie” and “Growing Pains: Return of the Seavers.”
The actor recently appeared in Netflix’s “Fuller House” and NBC’s drama “This Is Us.”
“Season 2 Fuller House looking good,” Thicke tweeted at 5:18 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13. “I even like the ones I’m not in! #fullerhouse.”
Thicke leaves behind his wife, Tanya Callau, and three adult children, Brennan, Robin and Carter.
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