Creator of 90s hit movie Air Bud dies aged 63 after tragic fall from Hollywood stardom to living homeless on the streets
THE creator of the 90s hit movie Air Bud has died aged 63 after a tragic fall from Hollywood stardom.
Kevin DiCicco’s death comes a year after he revealed he was homeless and battling health issues.
His sad passing on Saturday March 21 was confirmed by his brother Mark to TMZ.
Kevin was credited as a creator of the beloved 90s film Air Bud, about a lonely boy who befriends a stray dog who has a natural talent for basketball.
Together they experience the highs and lows of life as their friendship remains solid through a series of escapades.
Kevin had found Buddy the dog as a stray, transforming him into a star.
The duo originally found fame on America’s Funniest Home Videos before making a memorable appearance on David Letterman.
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