David Birney was born on April 23, 1939, in Washington, D.C. He was raised by both of his biological parents, Edwin B Birney, and his mother, Jeanne, who was a well-to-do real estate agent.

Edwin B. Birney cause of death: What happened to David Birney’s father?

Edwin B. Birney, the father of actor David Birney, was an FBI Special Agent. He died decades ago after a long battle with illness at his residence, but the true cause of death is still unknown.

However, David is currently making headlines due to his death. His life partner, Michele Roberge, confirmed to the media that the celebrated television icon died on Friday (April 29)  at his home in Santa Monica, California.

From credible sources, David is known to have died from dementia ( Alzheimer’s disease). A condition that begins with mild memory loss and may progress to loss of ability to converse and respond to the environment. The disease affects brain regions that control thought, memory, and language.