Benji Gregory, Alf child star of the '80s, dies at 46
Benji Gregory played Brian Tanner (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
American actor Benji Gregory, who played the boy Brian Tanner in the series Alf, has died at the age of 46, according to TMZ.
What is known about Benji Gregory's death
On June 13, 2024, Gregory and his service dog were found dead inside a car in the parking lot of a Chase Bank in Peoria, Arizona. However, his death has only been reported now.
Benji Gregory (photo: instagram.com/benji_gregory)
The cause of death has not yet been determined. However, according to the actor's sister, Benji Gregory had been suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, and sleep disturbances in recent years.
She suspects that he may have died from heatstroke while sleeping in his car.
Benji Gregory's biography
Benji Gregory was born on May 26, 1978, in Los Angeles. His father, uncle, and sister were actors, and his grandmother was his agent.
Gregory was very young when he landed the role in the series Alf. At that time, he was only 10 years old.
Benji Gregory and Alf (photo: instagram.com/benji_gregory)
The series aired from 1986 to 1990 in the USA. It was shown in 80 countries. The project became a true hit, winning the hearts of viewers worldwide.
The role of Brian Tanner, an interesting and kind boy who befriended an alien creature named Alf, brought Benji wide popularity.
After the series ended, Gregory continued his acting career but didn't manage to replicate his earlier success. He appeared in several films and TV shows (Jumpin' Jack Flash, Fantastic Max, The A-Team, Mr. Belvedere), and featured in McDonald's and other commercials, but none of these roles brought him the same level of fame.
Benji Gregory with his family (photo: instagram.com/benji_gregory)
In 2003, Gregory enlisted in the US Navy and completed training as a meteorologist. During his service, he was assigned to the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson (CVN-70). After being discharged "for medical reasons" in 2006, he got married.
Gregory's death was a tragedy for his family, friends, and fans. He is remembered as a talented actor and a kind person who brought joy and laughter to many people.
