Adam Rich who starred "eight is enough"

Adam Rich was an American actor who rose to fame in the 1970s for his role as Nicholas Bradford, the youngest son on the television show "Eight Is Enough." He was born on October 12, 1968 in Brooklyn, New York, and began his acting career at a young age.

Rich appeared in numerous television shows and films throughout his career, including "Family," "Code Red," and "The Love Boat." He also had a successful stage career, appearing in productions of "Annie," "The Sound of Music," and "Oliver!"

In the 1980s, Rich struggled with substance abuse and addiction, which ultimately derailed his acting career. He entered rehab in 1988 and made a brief return to acting in the 1990s, but he was unable to regain the success he had achieved in the 1970s.

Rich died on August 7, 2017 at the age of 48. He was survived by his mother and sister. Despite the challenges he faced in his personal life, Rich will always be remembered for his talent and the joy he brought to his fans as a child actor.