AWARDS
Scroll down to see the list of awards presented to David during his long career. If you know of more, please let us know.
Fans have organised a petition to have David inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Tony Prince, who used to work for Radio Luxembourg, signed the petition and shared these thoughts about David:
If David is to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the panel will have to get past the screams. As a Radio Luxembourg DJ and Programme Director over 16 years, I met and interviewed Cass on many occasions, his LA home, Burbank studios, on tour in Europe and on the London balcony of Radio Luxembourg as police on horseback contained the fans blocking the street and disrupting central London traffic.
In my career I interviewed Elvis Presley twice, the Beatles as individuals, Jagger, Zeppelin and most of the icons we admired across the precious 60’s, 70’s and 80’s decades. That was my job. I have been Honorary President of the Elvis fan club for 40 years. I have staged the DMC World DJ Championships for 30 years so that, today, my music epicentre is hip-hop. But I still derive the guilty pleasure of listening to Cassidy’s voice from back in the day.
I always regarded David as an actor who smoothly moved into his great love, music, just as did Ricky Nelson and The Monkees and, like Ricky, he was gifted with a unique voice and a mellow style which floored the millions of fans who clamoured for all he did.
If the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has respect for the accomplishments of those who gave their careers to music and influenced millions of teenagers to get into music, then David should be a candidate for something he deserves and would undoubtedly Cherish.
I’m aware that David Cassidy was thankful but quite frustrated that the fans obscured critical acclaim for his music. That frustration led to his premature retirement but then after a period of contemplation, his love for making music once again got control. He’s still at it today.
I’m behind this petition because I believe the RRHF has to elevate and reveal to history those who became icons in their time.
And no heartthrob was more committed to making great music than David Cassidy as can be seen in the numerous awards I once presented to him. These were from Music Week and gold discs.
Sign the petition here.
Tony Prince and David Cassidy
Golden Apple Award 1971
David won the Golden Apple Award - Discovery of the Year 1971 at the Hollywood Women's Press Club.
Most Promising Actor
In 1971 David won a Gold Medal Award for Most Promising Actor.
Best Singer Award
Readers of the German teen magazine "Bravo" voted David the best singer in 1973, 1974, 1975. David was presented with the "Goldener Otto" which looks like a little Winnetou. In 1976 David was awarded the Bronce (Bronze) Otto. Pictures here.
Fashion Award
In May 1983 the Fashion Foundation of America made their annual announcement of 1982's Best Dressed Males in 10 Catagories. David Cassidy was announced as Best Dressed in the Stage Catagory. At the time David was starring on Broadway in "Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat".
Best Television Theme
David wrote the bluesy theme song to the John Larroquette Show and in 1994 won The Television Music Archives Award for Best Television Theme.
Best Performer in Vegas - EFX
In August of 1996, David took over the starring role in MGM's Las Vegas production EFX. David replaced an ailing Michael Crawford who later bowed out of the show completely. David brought new life into the struggling production by changing much of the script and adding new, more contemporary songs. The show then became a tremendous success. In 1997, within four months of opening, the show was voted "Most Improved Show in Las Vegas", "Best Production Show" in Las Vegas, and David was voted "Best All Around Performer" and "Best Singer." The MGM acknowledged that David Cassidy was singularly responsible for bringing over 1 million paid customers to see EFX.
In 1999, David was again named "Best All Around Performer" in the Review Journal's Best of Las Vegas. He was also chosen City Life's "Entertainer of the Year" and was dubbed "Show Star of the Year" by Gaming Today.
Hippist Fashion Plate, Male
On March 12, 2003 David was awarded the Hippist Fashion Plate, Male at the TV Land Awards.
Teen Idol
David was ranked #1 in TV Guide's list of "TV's 25 Greatest Teen Idols" (23 January 2005 issue).
Silver Eagle Patriot Award
David was presented with this award while attending the Celebrity Sock Hop, a fundraising event for the Foundation of Brain Injured Veterans on April 16, 2011.
Lifetime Achievement Award
David was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Film, Recording & Entertainment Council's Star Gala Ceremony on November 3, 2012 at Magic City Casino. Pictures
