Kaylah Walton
Actor Benji Gregory, well-known for his portrayal of Brian Tanner in the hit TV series ‘ALF’, was discovered deceased alongside his dog in his car at a Chase Bank parking lot in Peoria, Arizona.
At the age of 46, the former child star’s passing was confirmed by his sister Rebecca.
Revealing details to TMZ, Gregory’s sister disclosed that Benji battled with depression, bipolar disorder, and a sleep disorder that frequently caused extended periods of sleeplessness.
Investigation into Benji Gregory’s Cause of Death
The Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s Office is looking into the circumstances surrounding Benji Gregory’s passing. Initial reports suggest that heatstroke inside the vehicle, where his dog also perished, may have contributed to the tragedy.
Benji Gregory: Transition from Brian Tanner on ‘ALF’ to Military Service
Benji Gregory portrayed Brian Tanner in 101 episodes of ‘ALF’, a renowned NBC series that aired from 1986 to 1990 in the United States.
Following a varied acting career, Benji Gregory enlisted in the US Navy in 2003 and was later stationed on the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70).
Unveiling Brian Tanner in the ‘ALF’ Series
Brian Tanner was the younger sibling in the Tanner family, who welcomed the extraterrestrial Alf from the distant planet Melmac (6 parsecs beyond the Hydra-Centaurus supercluster).
