'I was a very popular drug addict' Danny Bonaduce on the downside of fame & David Cassidy's ghost.

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Danny Bonaduce became a household name when he played the cheeky Danny on The Partridge Family. But fame came at a price. Danny opens up about the abuse at the hands of his father, how his TV family stepped in to guide him, and how the ghost of David Cassidy regularly visits his home. Plus he dishes on his school friend Michael Jackson, reveal how ole’ blue eyes asked for his autograph, and he shares his thoughts on the late Anne Heche.
Timecodes
0:25 Mystery illness
2:01 Back at work
2:28 Working with Elvis
3:46 Abuse at the hands of his father
5:00 Becoming Danny Partridge
6:30 Dave Madden
8:12 Shirley Jones
9:45 Shaun Cassidy
12:20 Susan Dey
12:40 The Partridge Family bus
13:22 Happy birthday Danny
13:50 David Cassidy and fame
16:29 School with Michael Jackson
23:28 David Cassidy’s ghostly visits
24:59 Drugs
30:51 Cats
32:08 Autograph bandit
33:34 Meeting Frank Sinatra
34:13 Thoughts on Anne Heche’s tragic passing
35:14 Honouring David Cassidy

[@CynthiaChaffin-gx6ym]

It’s easy to have confidence when you have had millions of Fans who LOVE YOU since you were 10 years old ! DANNY PARTRIDGE ROCKS ❤️

[@debbiec6216]

Danny such a funny person !!! He's a Character !!!

[@victoryak86]

Truthfully, he really was the heart and soul of that show.

[@M00159]

Great interview. I remember Danny B. from watching The Partridge Family as a kid. Loved that show. Years later, saw Danny in the news, tabloids, some interviews, and wasn’t all that impressed. I thought he was a bad ass wanna be, full of himself. Now, for some reason, I’ve been checking into what he’s been up to since I last saw him , just out of curiosity. I learned he had a divorce from his previous wife and the recent mysterious illness. This is the 2nd interview I’ve watched since his retirement from radio. I must say, I am thrilled to see a wonderful Danny B. He gives very good interviews. He’s interesting, energetic, positive, and has refreshing energy while he’s talking. You can tell he’s comfortable in front of the camera. Most of all, I like how confident he is, how humble, how he regularly extends appreciation , gratitude, and courtesy to the interviewer. I really like this guy now and I’m so happy that he’s in a good place with his health and his life. He’s upbeat, straightforward, and truly, truly happy. Bravo Danny! 👍

[@debbiepalazzo2786]

Danny is a great person to listen to you. Very honest and helpful sharing his life

[@kevinconnor3187]

This interviewer is very good, he lets the interviewee speak without interrupting.

[@debrareplogle651]

So happy to know Danny is doing so good.

[@Eidann63]

All the best to you Danny. What an amazing life you have had - so many blessings and also so much to overcome! You came out fighting to find your way and standing up with gratitude and honesty. Your kindness regarding friends is very refreshing and heartfelt. May God continue to uphold you and yours. 🙏

[@BobMiller-rg3qw]

He seems like a fun guy to hang out with.

[@45CarBeck]

He was my Favorite on the Partridge Family I watch it just to see him, He made the Show.

[@AmandathePandaBooks]

Very nice that Danny had so much support from shirley, david, Madden, and his own mother.

[@jamiecronin967]

Danny is loved!

[@MartyBenson-te2ie]

Excellent interview. Danny is a total trick. Interviewer Craig and Danny seem like old friends. Great vibes. Thanks a bunch for posting this

[@BarbGleeson-hf3et]

Love this excellent interview. Danny is a livewire ❤

[@chic9236]

Danny never misses s beat,still funny as hell !😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@Rosesblessedful]

SUCH A LOVELY INTERVIEW - I WAS IN LOVE WITH DAVID CASSIDY AND I REALLY FELT DANNY BONADUCE HAD SO MUCH PERSONALITY AND WOULD GO INTO HIGH PLACES THRU HIS LIFE. HE WAS SO TALENTED

[@rayspeakmon2954]

Great interview. I'm 60 and grew up with The Partridge Family and The Brady Bunch Friday nights on ABC!

[@scottliberati5137]

And Nanny & Professor, Odd Couple, Love American Style.

[@tinydancer62]

Me too!

[@yvettefilgo5383]

Loved it.. Thankyou Da.nny is a real human being. I wish more like him..or maybe not...LOL Much love n hugs❤❤❤

[@DenaKain]

Danny was such a funny and talented child actor! Love him on the Partridge family ❤️

[@arizonaalchemy7572]

GREAT INTERVIEW ! Back when Danny was in Phoenix. We would see him once in a while in our STAPLES store in Scottsdale. He was Cool, we enjoyed seeing him.

[@robertcornelius3514]

I could listen to Danny all day.

[@Jaquableu]

Love you Danny (agape love Mrs. Bonaduce) and I am your age. So much wasted time. I am going to think about this all night. Peace and love to you and yours!

[@robinbittel9420]

Danny knew Elvis and David Cassidy. Doesn’t get any better than that.

[@kallen868]

Michael Jackson too!

[@zapdunga12]

And Frank Sinatra wanted Danny's autograph!

[@Cherish..2]

Nice to see and hear you Danny 💙 your acting inThe Partridge Family was so funny, we felt for you to and your tenacity 😊

[@RamonaLeigh]

I consider Danny a friend. He’s always been so kind.

[@carmeez424]

Great interview! Danny's sharp as ever & he's a GREAT storyteller. It doesn't feel real that we're old now, Danny's in his 60s! Life goes fast kids, make the most of it, say yes to new opportunities - try to surround yourself with good people and be a good person yourself. #somuchwastedtime ✌❤🙏

[@Orange7blossom]

Great interview, I loved it, and I love Danny, he's forever a star in my mind.

[@lifeofamomadventures771]

❤ Hi 👋. I watched every single episode of the Partridge family. I was one of those young female fans of David Cassidy's. I love 💕 Danny Bonaduce. My Uncles knew Suzanne Crough's brother, who was big-time into motorcycles. Especially dirt bikes. He went to Savannah High School in Anaheim CA. I was saddened to hear of her passing. I also remember a few years ago, passing by The Grove, also in Anaheim, with David Cassidy's name on the marque. I was so excited. But that show never happened.

[@beninformato9040]

If Hollywood ever decides to make a film about Willie Nelson's life. Danny You're the man!

[@amythompson6869]

Forget Willie. I want to see a movie about Danny’s life

[@TATOIANENTERPRISES]

Always loved Danny Bonaduce.

[@judyramsumair5814]

Danny is most genuine

[@amythompson6869]

That Jackson story is priceless!😂

[@pamelaburton958]

Love Danny he's so real sweet and honest I'm Glad he's still around

[@MollyMeyers121]

Love this interview so much ❤❤ Danny has such energy, and Craig the interviewer is magnificent to listen to. Go well in your retirement Danny!!

[@MagentaDreams70]

Terrific interview. Love Danny!

[@oldermusiclover]

get well Danny loved your character the most

[@thetruthbetold961]

Anyone who loves cats has my vote! Danny Bonaduce is so refreshingly honest. Such a fun guy.

[@barbberry7808]

He is a big eagles fan i met him in Philly great guy

[@candymonroe3890]

I read your book years ago and still quote "sometimes the hell you know is better than the hell you don't know" often. Thank you for the entertainment you have brought to my life and to so many others. Please take care of yourself.

[@uofa82]

Very true. And sometimes it’s more comfortable to stay where you are than to venture out into the unknown.

[@odettewiddicombe4583]

😊Iam glad he still remembers David that's kyou Danny 😊❤

[@coralraeartandthings]

I love Danny he just seems so nice.

[@bono1961]

One of the greatest interviews I have had the pleasure of watching.

[@chic9236]

Glad hes still here,luv you danny !❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@greenbeagle13]

I was never into The Partridge Family , thought it was sorta' corny, but from the first time I heard Danny Bonaduce on a podcast (I believe), I fell in love with him. Love his conversations.

[@zandig666]

My best to you Danny you're the man !!! I love cats !!!

[@shirleylynn3097]

How can you not love this guy.

[@harperstacey9604]

Danny bonaduce was a riot on the Partridge family. From Ms. Harper Stacey.

[@twistoffate4791]

​@Harper Stacey Add "Ms." to the front of your username & you won't have to type it out every single solitary time

[@sharonjacobs5351]

It's wonderful to see Danny doing well. I watched the Partridge Family as a very young "tweene". Of course I was enamored with David Cassidy as most young girls were. Danny was the irritating smart mouth brother in the series but was known for being a smart kid in the family as well always skeeming with the band manager. They made a great pair on the show.There were alot of personal family struggles for some of the cast members and David as much as he was sought after wanted his dad's approval so badly but never could get the love and affection he so craved. It's not an easy life being in show business and Danny seems to be on a good road now with his wife and to his credit is sought after for all the right reasons ! Great job Danny! Enjoy ! .....🎸🎶...🎤🎧🗣️.......👍

[@phreaspeek]

When I lived in Phoenix Mr. Bonaduce worked at a radio station. One drunken night he picked up a hooker and she performed oral sex on him. Not being fulfilled he proceeded to rip her clothes off for intercourse that's when he saw it was a man. He then beat the he'll out of the male prostitute who called the the police. The found Mr. Bonaduce hiding naked in his closet at home. He was fired from the radio station I'm forget about the charges it's been close to 30 years. That's how Hollyweird rolls.

[@lorimiller4301]

​@@sharonjacobs5351 Danny and Rueben were my favorite part of any of the shows. They were so great together.

[@JBIRD446]

LOVE Danny.... loved the partridge family... i watch it today when it airs... Me and my brothers still laugh at the Danny and Keith episodes.

[@kristineeuribe4357]

❤❤love you DANNY.

[@cynthiasmith4130]

Love Danny, and David!!! They were so cute together!!! So sad about David.😥😥😥😥..... Danny, thank you for talking about yourself, and David... ❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹....

[@scottburton9701]

"The Partridge Family" is a certifiable guilty pleasure-Danny Partridge was my favorite character.

[@MollyMeyers121]

Great interview. Loved every minute of it 🙏

[@grantkoeller8911]

A wonderful interview!!! I'm 60, grew up with the Partridge family.

[@SouthernNurseAndTheLaw]

Me too ! Same age ! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@deborahlaird4141]

Me too ❤️🌈🙂

[@LQOTW]

Right there with you, Grant! This guy still has so much going on inside his head he can barely keep up with his own brain.

[@helenahayes6150]

me too

[@Wolfietherrat]

Did you all get the album? I did ❤❤❤❤

[@poobum9857]

great interview 👍

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

Danny's absolutely born to be in broadcasting. He ' s got a warmth that comes across on radio.

[@lindakilbride6755]

And a charm, and a wit! Many, many wonderful personality traits!

[@gailreese4102]

"Random Acts of Badness" is one of the very best books of its kind! Danny, we need a sequel!

[@susancarter9351]

Been a fan of your's when it wasn't cool! You are a true blessing Danny.

[@helenahayes6150]

From an Australian, I thought this was a fabulous interview.. Come and visit us down here Danny.

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Thank you for watching Helena. Craig and I appreciate the support.

[@apacheinstructor]

WOW! who knew Danny was such an awesome guy. All these years I thought he was just another wacko celebrity, but he seems like just one of the guys, very grounded and modest.

[@TinaJohnson59]

The record stores should be grateful if Danny autographs an album. It brings more sales. Danny looks like a well-rounded guy now.

[@TRHARTAmericanArtist]

I met Danny once ... well sort of. I was rollerblading on a path that crossed a road that led to Danny's radio station. He could have whizzed past in his car like so many that were regardless of my safety. He had plenty of time to go ahead of me but stopped, smiled and waved me on.

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Great story! Thank you.

[@chuckwalters4759]

Danny . What a cool dude! Loved this interview!

[@Rock4UNow]

Great interview. Thanks for sharing

[@stonecliff6547]

The interviewer is incredibly talented and genuine. Danny very genuine and has so much freaking energy!

[@dianeleone1634]

24 minutes in:::: love this❌⭕❌⭕

[@randolfo1265]

My granny saw him with the big electric bass and said "How does that little boy know how to play that big guitar so well?" I was same age as Danny and didn't have the heart to tell my gran that it was lip synch and miming, but I knew. Did not spoil the show for me, still enjoyed it! Great interview Danny, good to see you, and greetings from Canada!

[@IamSquirrel]

Danny Partridge was always my favorite on the show. His character was funny. I watched it in syndication.

[@jackietrujillo9612]

Danny is a nice guy. He still going strong and getting better from his struggles. He was lucky to have David Cassidy as his good friend. He help him to be motivated and he got a job. He looks happy with his life. Shirley Jones and l shares the same birthday month and day March 31 like me.

[@louise2091]

Left me in tears. Thank you for a touching interview

[@douglasdupuis3866]

I just ordered the book. We all liked Danny. I'm so glad we get to watch this.

[@FreedomRock44]

So glad to see Danny!!!!!!! Love how honest Danny is about EVERYTHING! Real as real gets.

[@ArtfulTwist]

You are a fabulous interviewer! Grateful to see Danny in such a good place in life.

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Glad you enjoyed it ArtfulTwist (great name). Thank you for watching. Kelley

[@CookieCaspari]

It's so interesting to hear about former child stars experiences. Thanks

[@Callmethebreeze902]

Love him and his sense of humor. He makes me smile 😊

[@joyceleeper7247]

Danny Bonaduce has always made me smile. He's really an amazing person. Love him.

[@LisaHouserman]

Excellent interviewer here and I love Danny B. Love the shirt the host is wearing too, on another note.

[@video198712]

Danny Bonaduce was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus later in life and had a shunt put in. I have had hydrocephalus and a shunt in since 11 days old in since 1968, I'm 55 now and had my latest shunt revision in July 2023. God Bless You Danny!!!

[@JonTanOsb]

What you had, Danny, was a mini-stroke. I had one, and although I could understand people, my own words came out garbled. I remembered reading an article in Scientific American that said a different part of the brain was used for singing than speaking, so I sang my words and they came out right. Luckily, for me, the aphasia only lasted around 15 minutes, then I could speak again. So, if it happens again, sing your words, so you can get help and not freak out your loved ones. BTW, I loved the Partridge Family. My daughter's middle name is Laurie because of it. :) Jon in rural BC, Canada

[@edwardurbanec3093]

Love ya Danny!

[@suemick8709]

So great to see Danny doing so well!

[@lisasunshine773]

Great interview.

[@jillwklausen]

What a delightful man he grew up to be. It's heartwarming to learn how close he became with David Cassidy in later years after they were both adults, and how David helped him get his life back on track. I wish someone had been able to do that for David. This was such a great interview. Thank you. I think I needed to see a redemption story today and didn't even realize it.

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

So happy you got something out of our chat with Danny. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you Jill. Kelley

[@jillwklausen]

You're welcome,@@kelleyshepherd-u3i.

[@pjames8712]

Wonder if Danny had a vaccine injury? They will never know and it will never be determined

[@jillwklausen]

@@pjames8712, that's entirely possible.

[@twistoffate4791]

​@@pjames8712 No, that's not what happened. Geez.

[@waldoanddenisestakes639]

I totally dig Danny Bonaduce. I can tell he is a tough guy with a good heart. You rock Danny!

[@ChitownStever1]

Loved when he came to Chicago and got a show. No one is more candid and funny!! You are always welcome here Danny!!!

[@dyates6380]

This was a GREAT interview. I can't say I was ever a huge Partridge Family fan, but Danny and I are the same age so I kind of "grew up" during that era. He always did impress me with his intelligence and his oration skills as he got older. Glad to see him doing better now, of course.

[@denisegilmer-gf7to]

Absolutely loved the interview with Danny. I’m so glad he’s doing well and happy in his life. What a blessing

[@elbeejay2820]

My favorite. Funny, smart and honest as hell. Love him.

[@roxannemoser]

I love Danny! Always have, even when he was always in trouble. I'd pay $20 for a Bonaduce taco from that bus!

[@veramanzanares37010]

LOVED THE INTERVIEW HE IS SUCH A NICE GUY THANK YOU. FOR SHARING. ♥️

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@randolfo1265]

Just discovered this channel and its fantastic! New subscriber and greetings from Canada!

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Hi Randy and so glad you found us! Kelley

[@artbeaumont8225]

Excellent interview ... I really enjoyed it ... thank you!

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

Thank you for posting Art. Appreciated.

[@jdrosy4414]

Poor Danny, he's had a hard upbringing. Wishing him great health, future succes & what a delightful interviewer 👏👏👍

[@heatherwiner2883]

Danny has so much charisma.

[@peterdiamantakiou]

Danny has always been straight up doesn't hold back..doesn't have to lie about anything great guy the truth sometimes hurts some but he's always smiling 😊

[@timbrown8038]

I just watched the episode with Richard Pryor and Richard Roundtree. Love those 1971 threads.(clothes) for the young folks.

[@angela77991]

I have David Cassidy's last words on my cellphone notes! Much Wasted Time! Most profound and truest statement ever said! RIP!🙏🏾🌷

[@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied]

Is that profound? Or just really, really sad?

[@BeliaLastes]

I used to have him as a MySpace friend he actually (and it was his real official MySpace page)sent me a message thanking me for sending him a friend request and that he was looking forward to corresponding with me, I said indeed and wished him and his family a wonderful day. May David RIP 🙏🌹🕊️❤️

[@ImogenePrivett]

David’s last words were So much wasted time I have a guitar with that tattooed on my forearm I had the pleasure of being his friend late in my 40’s after he had permanently moved to Florida he was a wonderful neighbor and a beautiful friend. I miss him everyday. 💜

[@novastariha8043]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied “Both”

[@lorimiller4301]

​@@ImogenePrivett You were very fortunate. I'm sure there would be an instant line up to hear your stories, if you decide to share them !

[@djcease1996]

Danny is such a blessing from God. His on screen brother David Cassidy passed away 5 years ago today & I am so glad we still have Danny around.

[@kelleyshepherd-u3i]

It's still hard to believe David is gone but he left so much great music. Thank you for your comment Quentin.

[@lewhite99]

Craig Bennett is one of the best interviewer/host I’ve ever see! Great job Craig! Danny is always entertaining!

[@user-mq8xp6yn8f]

Danny Also Appeared On "Bewitched" with Paul Lynde And Carol Wayne!!!!!

[@waynesilva9157]

Dave Madden and Danny was the life of the show .

[@chic9236]

Yes, they were.

[@nanulove2324]

Soooo happy he is doing well & had the head to know his wife wants the best for him and really loves him.

[@allisonmarlow184]

This was such a good interview! Thank you so much for uploading it.