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Dr. Fredric Brandt
1949 - 2015
Dr. Fredric Brandt
1949 - 2015
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BORN
1949
DIED
2015
Dr. Fredric Brandt Obituary
Miami police spokeswoman Frederica Burden said Monday officers found Brandt's body at his home in the Coconut Grove section of Miami about 9:15 a.m. Sunday after a friend contacted them. Burden said Brandt apparently hanged himself and that foul play is not suspected. An autopsy is planned, however.
Brandt had offices in Coral Gables and New York and famous patients including singer Madonna. According to his publicists, he launched his Dr. Brandt Skin Care line in 2001 and wrote two successful skin care books. For four years he hosted the "Ask Dr. Brandt" show on SiriusXM radio, where his guests included celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Kelly Ripa.
Brandt's longtime publicist, Jacquie Tractenberg, said he had been suffering from depression. Recently , she said, he had been upset by a thinly veiled portrayal of him by actor Martin Short on the Netflix show, "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt."
"It definitely bothered him. It was a very mean portrayal," she said, but she added: "He didn't kill himself because of that one particular show."
Fredric Brandt was born in 1949 in Newark, New Jersey, graduating from Rutgers University and earning his medical degree from Drexel University Medical School, according to an official biography. During residencies at New York University and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, he looked into several specialties including oncology and cardiology but eventually decided to focus on dermatology.
He opened his Miami dermatology practice in 1982 and developed an expertise in injectable substances, including Botox. Much of his work involved running clinical trials for many other dermatology treatments. Brandt opened his New York practice in 1998 and divided time between the two cities.
Sarah Brown, beauty director at Vogue magazine, said in the official biography that Brandt was one of the nation's leading cosmetic dermatologists who enjoyed transforming the way people looked and felt about themselves.
"He understood the powerful role his work could play in enhancing a person's self-confidence, and I think he took great pleasure in that gift," she said.
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CURT ANDERSON, Associated Press
Associated Press writer Jennifer Kay in Miami contributed to this story.
Copyright © 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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S P
April 5, 2017
Still missing you!
March 24, 2016
I can't believe its been almost one year since we lost you. They say things get better with time, but this is not getting any easier. I think about you when I see orchids, when I look through magazines, when I hear Frank Sinatra, and most of all, I think about you every day when I look in the mirror. I will be forever grateful I had you in my life for 11 years, and I will miss you always.
Samantha
June 26, 2015
Fred...Happy Birthday!
Hope you found peace but please know you are missed so much. Samantha
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Prof.Sunil Unni
May 25, 2015
Doc! How can I ever forget you for the brief meeting in 2009 and your awesome praise for Indian Film Actors who were your mysterious clients..RIP
Ofelia Reyes
May 12, 2015
Dr I will never forget you
You were the best
Erik DesVaux
May 11, 2015
Dr.Brandt will always be someone that inspired me and always will.So blessed to have met him the numerous times i did,he always was a pleasure to speak to.His work and positive spirit will live on in all that he touched.Also as someone who has suffered from depression as well i know the pain it can bring,so wish i could of reached out to help.Fred i know your at peace and one day we will meet again.
May 10, 2015
I just thought of something.....Dr Brandt you always said that you were a work in progress. I guess that is truly a perfect description of you.... I will miss you. xxxooo Ellen W. Boca Raton. Fl
Michelle Nelson
May 4, 2015
We had recently reconnected at his appearance at the Boca Sephora and planned to get together soon. I picture his home empty and have a hard time accepting his departure. Godspeed Fred, Vivian was there to greet you. I loved our many hours together, I loved you my friend. Michelle & Gary
Rona Martiyan
April 21, 2015
Fred you will be so missed. Having known you since high school classes, we were 15 with lots of laughs and fun times at my house. My mom Rose adored you as you did her. I was happy to share her with you. She felt you were her son and you treated her like a princess. You were soul mates. Thank you for being you...you never changed being a warm compassionate and loving human being. Miss you!
April 20, 2015
If God needed the greatest dermato!ogist? Why'd he have to call ours home?
RIP Dr.Brandt!
Sandi Woods
April 20, 2015
Rest in Peace Dr.Brandt, Dear Angel! I extend my deepest Sympathy's and Condolences to all of his Family, Friends, Patients,and Admirers of his Skin Care Line and the Man we came to know,respect,and Love.
Dr. Brandt was an innovative genius who will be greatly missed, deeply and dearly, by All Near and Far! Until we meet again, please know how much and by how many you were Loved!
April 19, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the friends and family of Dr. Brandt. So sad to hear of his death. Sometimes we don't know what each other is going through - only God knows. So may we all be comforted to know that God can heal our broken hearts when we draw close to Him (James 4:8).
Jasper
April 19, 2015
Fred hope you have found peace love j
Leslie M your loving friend and patient.
April 18, 2015
My sweet Fred ,
I'm really suffering knowing that you were in such pain This is a tragedy for everyone that loved you. You gave so much to so many !! Everyone is so heartbroken without you. You must know how many adored you. Rest in peace and watch over us . You're irreplaceable and we will always love and miss your heart , your endless compassion , your laughter and genius. You left too soon
Love u forever !!
pamela and samantha ibarguen
April 17, 2015
Our Dear Friend and one time neighbor: We, along with multitudes, will sorely miss you, your heart, your smile, your "tunes" and your inherent genius. You were indeed a rare and exquisite soul on this earth. RIP:)
Dianne
April 16, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Dr. Brandt. Hoping that loved ones are comforted in knowing that he brought so much joy to many and that he is precious in God's eyes.
April 13, 2015
I am truly shocked and saddened by his untimely death and will dearly miss him after 20 years of being his patient and being entertained by his cheerful demeanor and singing and filling him in on all the local gossip and hearing his laughter after each tidbit . The best.
Lois Russell
Sandi Woods
April 12, 2015
With a Heavy Heart I send my Deppest Sympathy and Condolences to all of Dr. Brandt's Family, Friends, Patients, and Admirers. Heaven gained a Beautiful Angel, behind the realms of any other but we lost a Truly,Innovative Genius who made our World a better place to live Thanks to his Intelligence, Creativity, Perfection, Compassion, and Generosity. He even reached out teaching touching,and helping the lives of the less fortunate Followers. What a Beautiful Impact he had on all and what a Wonderful, Unsurpassed Legacy he left! I hope all he has worked for, especially his skincare lines, live just as Dr. Brandt will Live on in our Hearts, Minds,and Perfected Faces and Bodies! Rest in Peace Dr.Brandt and Please know how very much You're Loved and Always will be. Gone but not ever to be Forgotten... until we meet again! With all my Respect,Admiration,and Love! <3
Dianna Remmers
April 12, 2015
RIP Dr. Brandt. You were a kind soul and will truly be missed!
Evelyn Chong
April 12, 2015
It was a privilege to had work at LSSC and be part of Dr. Brandt office. My condolences to the family and friends. RIP
April 12, 2015
I was so saddened to hear about dr Brandt passing. He was a wonderful man and a brilliant dr. He took care of my whole family. He will be terribly missed. RIP dr. Brandt
Cheryl Weston Fl
April 12, 2015
You were my doctor for more than twenty years. I will miss our talks that we shared about our dogs. I will miss your expertise and most of all will be sorry that such a caring and generous person was carrying so much pain. I only wish I had said something when I saw you recently. I hope you will find peace. Goodby my friend, and hope one day we will meet again. Love, Judy Tobin
Johnson Family
April 11, 2015
Dr. Brandt affected the lives of both patients and friend in amazing ways. He will always be remembered as a caring and warm person. Our sympathies to his family. May you gain peace and strength through the God of all comfort during this difficult time.
April 11, 2015
There are no words
Only tears
Ruanne
Marian
April 10, 2015
Dear Dr. B,
I wonder if you knew how much you were loved, respected, and well worth the long waits. Once you would walk into the room, it felt as though all was well, with both patient and doctor. I feel overwhelming sadness that apparently all was not well with you. I saw you the last day you were in your office. I am sending you the hug, the thanks, and the love I wish I had expressed while you were here on this earth.
Namaste, you dear dear man. I will miss you.
Debra
April 10, 2015
Dr. Brandt, diagnosed my skin cancer, just days before his death. He was a beautiful, caring, gifted person. I am so very sad for his family, friends and colleagues. He is deeply missed.
David Schulman MD
April 10, 2015
I spent two days in his Miami office while I was in my residency and really grew to like and enjoy his manner with patients. He truly related to them like family and it is something I hope I also do. He didn't just make them look better, he really made them feel better about themselves.His patients simply LOVED Dr. Brandt.
April 10, 2015
You saved my life. I am lost without you. Rest in peace, wonderful, rare man. I can never thank you enough. I am distraught; I need you so much. You were too good for this world. Thank you for helping me. DRF
Robyn
April 9, 2015
My sympathies to the family. A loss is hard to deal with, no matter the reason. May God provide for your family during this difficult time. (Romans 15:33)
Lois
April 9, 2015
I was his patient for over 25 years. He was a brilliant, caring, fun, charismatic, scholarly, creative, innovative, gentle and friendly genius. Everyone thinks I have good genes- ha! I had a FABULOUS doctor. I am so sad he is gone. I saw him about 10 weeks ago. It is heartbreaking to now find he was in such pain; unfortunately he hid his pain so very well. The only thing that makes me feel better is knowing he is no longer suffering- but because of his death so many people are.
Sandy
April 9, 2015
Dr. Brandt-
You were warm, kind, brilliant and delicious in every way - a true mensch.
You will be missed and never forgotten....
April 9, 2015
Extending deepest sympathies to family and friends on your loss. May treasured memories warm your heart and comfort you during this time of grief.
April 9, 2015
To the family of Dr. Fredric Brandt sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you rely on the God of comfort and all your beautiful memories to get you through your time of sorrow.
April 9, 2015
With deepest sympathy to the Brandt family. My petition is that God comfort all those who already miss his presence and grant you peace during this difficult time. Cherish the memories and you have many pleasant ones to cherish.
Roberta Abramson
April 9, 2015
My friend from our "candy store days" who I helped carry home from your birth at the hospital. I knew you for 65 years. Our last
conversation will live in my memory. You came to Detroit
to share my honeymoon with Burt and again to help care for my oldest child. You were
my forever friend for every life crisis. You deserved praise not parody. Burt and I and Beth,Risa, and Marla will miss you "Freddie".
GLORIA WALKER
April 9, 2015
DR. FREDRIC, YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW MANY OF US LOVED YOU! MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SWEET SPIRIT AND ALLOW YOU TO REST NOW!
Elisabeth Shim, MD
April 8, 2015
Fred Brandt was an amazing lecturer. I will miss his enthusiasm, his outfits, and the kindness he emanated. I was glad to have met him. His colleagues in derm surgery will miss him at the meetings. I wish he knew how much he was appreciated not only by his patients, but also his peers.
Edith Koplewicz
April 8, 2015
I will miss your positive attitude, your fashion, and your ability to listen. You were an artist and a friend I will miss you!
Lois
April 8, 2015
I was his patient for over 25 years. He was a brilliant, caring, fun, charismatic, scholarly, creative, innovative, gentle, and friendly genius. Everyone thought I had good genes- ha! I had a FABULOUS doctor. I am so sad he is gone. I saw him about 10 weeks ago. It is heartbreaking to now find he was in such pain; unfortunately he hid his pain so very well. The only thing that makes me feel better is knowing he is no longer suffering- but because of his death so many people are.
Stacy
April 8, 2015
Truly heartfelt condolences to family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you.
Renee
April 8, 2015
Sad news. I enjoyed the radio show and look forward to you singing. He treated everyone like a star. I hated that it went off. Maybe this was the reason. He was in a dark place. I hope he is in a bright place now and he is at peace.
debora arditi
April 8, 2015
dearest dr Brandt
I will miss you so much my dearest and beloved friend . No one will ever replace you , you were the best
April 8, 2015
I will miss you, for 30 years you were a shining star to me. A brilliant man , magnificent doctor and friend.
A Life that touches others goes on forever. xo Monique
karen newman
April 8, 2015
From our days together in high school to our last meeting several years ago for dinner, I think of you fondly and hope you are now at peace.
Ellen
April 8, 2015
My dear Fred, May you rest in peace. I will miss you.
April 8, 2015
Dr.,all love and prayer for your spirit is given. You were the most kind and enthusiastic of souls. Bless you and now rest. Each of us who knew you know someone truly amazing, gifted, and loving has been lost. Betsy Lu Coral Gables
barbara shuman
April 8, 2015
I'm shocked and so sad that Dr. B has passed away.I looked forward to every visit for so many years-for his genius eye and hands,but equally for the fun we would have-singing obscure show tunes and kibbitzing.He was always fair,kind,caring,a true mensch.The world is poorer without him.May he rest in peace
Paulina Gould
April 8, 2015
You were loved and we will all miss you...
Catherine Gyorody
April 8, 2015
I am heartbroken that your beautiful soul has gone.Your kindness,compassion,& generosity will always be remembered.I know that you will see your beloved 'Sparky'in that special place reserved for someone as loved as you were.You will be missed.Rest in peace dear Fred
patty vetro
April 8, 2015
I am so sad to hear this. I've been a patient of Dr Brandt for years. He was so sweet and never about the moNey like other doctors. He was a genius and I will miss him dearly. RIP
April 8, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Daneen
April 8, 2015
My condolences to the friends and family of Mr. Brandt. The Heavenly Father understand what you are coping with. Pour out your heart to him, for God is a refuge for us.
Suzanne Gyorody
April 8, 2015
Fred I will miss you so much
Even though I didn't see you as much as I did
You were always in my heart
May you find eternal peace
RIP
Glover Family
April 8, 2015
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your love one. God promised that one day we will not have to face death. Revelation say he will to away with death.
April 8, 2015
May God bless you and your family at this
difficult time. Sincere sympathy.
Erika Schwartz, MD
April 7, 2015
It was an honor to be your friend. The kindest, most humane and purest soul. May you rest in peace.
Joanne
April 7, 2015
I am so saddened by the death of
Dr. Brandt, a kind and caring man
who was so creative. May his soul
rest in the peace he didn't find on earth.
April 7, 2015
I would like to give my condolences to the family and friends. It is always difficult loosing someone we are close to, especially when he was concerned with making others happy. May our Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort you need at this time. Romans 15:4.
Darlene Cook
April 7, 2015
Thank you for all you did for me. Much love to you Dr. Brandt. You will be missed.
April 7, 2015
My condolences to Fred's family and friends. May God give you strength during this time. Psalms 9:9.
michelle plakas-kaiser
April 7, 2015
rip
R
April 7, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Brandt death
God gives us way to deal with our stress, his word says :
" throw all your burdens on him (God) because he care for you".
Scott Chamberland
April 7, 2015
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
regine baena
April 7, 2015
Dear Fred,
Your heart was too big for this world. You will be missed.
Love Regine
Samantha Parker
April 7, 2015
Fred was a gentle kind man
with an amazing spirit.
He was a brilliant doctor who
will be missed by everyone who
knew him.
I will miss his smile...
Melissa
April 7, 2015
To Family & Friends of Dr Brandt:
I am very sorry for your loss. May you find peace and solace in the God of comfort at this time.
Phil 4:6, 7.
R. Robibson
April 7, 2015
My condolences to the family and friends. May God be with the family during their time of sorrow.
April 7, 2015
May the love of God be with the family,and see you through your time of grief.....
nancy wrublin
April 7, 2015
Dr Brandt was a kind artistic soul. He will be missed
Cianfoni Deborah
April 7, 2015
Dearest Fred your passing has been a difficult time, my wonderful friend of 30 years. U were truly a genius and friend.
Rhonda Bernstein
April 7, 2015
It was such a privilege to be a patient of this kind and gentle man.
My heart is broken to think of the anguish he suffered...this man who made the world a more beautiful place. May his joy and endless dedication to his work always be remembered.
Cheryl Karcher
April 7, 2015
It's true. The kindest soul. He will be so sorely missed. May in rest in peace with the father almighty.
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