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Johnny Cash Defended Me on Partridge Family Set!
29 May
Summary
- Johnny Cash unexpectedly intervened on The Partridge Family set.
- Cash stepped in when David Cassidy criticized Danny Bonaduce's bass playing.
- Bonaduce shared this personal anecdote about the legendary musician.
Danny Bonaduce, known for his role as Danny Partridge, recently recounted a unique experience involving the legendary Johnny Cash. Cash made a cameo in the pilot episode of The Partridge Family, introducing the family band on stage at Caesars Palace.
During the performance of their hit song 'I Think I Love You,' David Cassidy reportedly criticized Bonaduce's bass playing. In response, Johnny Cash walked onto the stage, put a finger to Cassidy's face, and then turned to a then-10-year-old Bonaduce, offering words of encouragement. Cash told the young actor, 'You're going to be fine, kid. You'll get it,' before walking away, leaving a memorable impression on Bonaduce.
The Partridge Family premiered in 1970 and became a significant cultural phenomenon, launching its stars into fame. Bonaduce has maintained that he remained friends with David Cassidy until Cassidy's death in 2017.
