India, June 24 -- Bobby Sherman, Here Come the Brides actor and 60s teen idol, passed away Tuesday at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer.

His wife Brigette Sherman announced the news of her husband's demise via actor John Stamos' Instagram handle since they are good friends..

"From one ex teen idol, to another - rest in peace, Bobby Sherman," wrote Stamos on the post. Brigette's message was mentioned below his caption.

"It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman," Brigette wrote. "Bobby left this world holding my hand - just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage. I was his Cinderella, and he was my prince cha...