ALF Star Benji Gregory Dead at 46
Benji Gregory, who starred as young Brian Tanner in the 1980s sitcom ALF, has passed away. He was 46.
The actor was found dead on June 13 in his car parked at a Chase Bank in Peoria, Ariz., according to TMZ. It is believed that he visited the bank the previous day and fell sleep, possibly dying from vehicular heatstroke caused by Arizona’s blistering summer heat. Gregory’s service dog Hans, who was with him, also perished.
His sister says he dealt with depression, bipolar disorder and a sleep disorder that kept him awake for days.
An official cause of death for the actor is pending.
Gregory rose to fame as Brian Tanner on ALF, which aired for four seasons (from 1986-1990) on NBC and produced four hour-long specials: “Try to Remember,” “ALF’s Special Christmas,” “Someone to Watch Over Me” and “Tonight, Tonight.”
He also made appearances on Fantastic Max, Pound Puppies, Murphy Brown, Fantasy Island, The A-Team, T.J. Hooker, Amazing Stories, The Twilight Zone and Mr. Boogedy. Additionally, he recurred on the sitcom Punky Brewster as an orphan named Dash.
On the film side, Gregory was featured in 1986’s Jumpin’ Jack Flash (starring Whoopi Goldberg) and voiced Edgar the Mole in the animated feature Once Upon a Forest.
This is sad to hear. He was a cute little actor on Alf. Prayers for his family.
Just seeing this article almost a month after his passing??!! My sincere, truly heartfelt condolences to Gregory’s family and loved ones and to all the people who connected in any way with his dog and/or those who are dog lovers in general.🙏🏽 May their souls rest now in the peace and love of God.🙏🏽
Because the family didn’t release the info. No disrespect, but his name probably didn’t pop on any searches that websites may do.
Gregory is his middle name. His given name would have gone under the radar.
I know I’ve only just found out my prayers and wishes are with his family and friends R.I.P❤️❤️❤️
I rediscovered ALF on LAFF tv for the first time since I was a kid and it’s still pretty funny or may be it’s the kid in me that is reminiscing. He was very cute as a kid – same age as me which is a bit scary. Very sad to hear of his passing. May he RIP!!
Sad. I quite liked him on Alf.
Alf was and still is one
of my favorite shows.
So sad to hear that
Benji Gregory passed
away so young along
with his dog Hans.
Condolences and prayers🙏
to his family as they
grieve for him.
Rest in 🕊️ peace, Benji.
so very sad RIP
I loved Alf. All the characters had a certain talent that made the show entertaining. Sad to hear RIP Benji 🙏
This is terrible. Poor Benji and Hans. May they both rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to the family for their loss of such a wonderful young man and his best friend may they rest in eternal peace together 🙏
Oh hell no this is so sad poor kid …
Really enjoyed Alf. Sorry to hear he had a rough time after the show ended. Rest in peace.
This is heartbreaking. May he and his dog rest in peace.