July 11th 2024.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of beloved actor Benji Gregory at the age of 46. Many will remember Gregory for his role as Brian Tanner on the hit sitcom ALF, which aired from 1986 to 1990. His sister, Rebecca Pfaffinger, confirmed the news on Facebook, sharing that Gregory was found in his car.
In her heartfelt post, Pfaffinger describes her brother as a great son, brother, and uncle, who never failed to make those around him laugh. She reminisces on the joyful memories they shared, while also shedding tears for his sudden departure. According to Pfaffinger, Gregory had gone to his car on the evening of June 12 to deposit some residuals, but never returned. It is believed that he fell asleep and tragically passed away from vehicular heatstroke, along with his beloved service dog, Hans.
TMZ reports that Gregory was discovered in a parking lot in Peoria, Arizona on June 13. The news of his passing has left fans and colleagues shocked and saddened. Gregory joined the cast of ALF at the age of eight and quickly became a fan favorite as Brian Tanner, the youngest member of the Tanner family.
For those who may not be familiar, ALF follows the story of the Tanner family whose lives are turned upside down when an alien named Gordon Shumway crash lands in their garage. The family takes him in and nicknames him ALF (short for Alien Life Form). The show was a hit for its humorous take on human-alien interactions and ran for 99 episodes.
After ALF, Gregory went on to appear in popular shows such as The A-Team, Punky Brewster, and Fantastic Max. He also lent his voice to animated series like T.J. Hooker, The Twilight Zone, and Amazing Stories. Additionally, he had roles in films like Jumpin' Jack Flash, alongside Whoopi Goldberg, and Once Upon a Forest, an adventure animation.
In an interview with BTM Legends Corner, Gregory shared that it was a natural experience for him to interact with the lovable puppet character, ALF. Despite his young age, he quickly adapted to working with the co-creator and puppeteer, Paul Fusco.
The entertainment industry has lost a talented and kind-hearted individual in Gregory's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. If you have any memories or stories to share about Gregory, please reach out to our team – we would love to hear from you.
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