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Benji Gregory Passes Away at 46; 'Alf' Star and His Service Dog Found Dead in Car in Arizona

Gregory's acting career blossomed at a young age. He landed the coveted role of Brian Tanner on 'Alf', starring in all 103 episodes of the show's four-season run from 1986 to 1990.

Benji Gregory Passes Away at 46; 'Alf' Star and His Service Dog Found Dead in Car in Arizona

Benji Gregory, best known for his role as Brian Tanner on the beloved 1980s sitcom Alf, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2024, in Peoria, Arizona. He was 46 years old. The news of his passing was reported by TMZ on July 10. Gregory's body was discovered in his car, parked outside a Chase Bank in Peoria, alongside his service dog, a pug named Hans. Details surrounding the cause of death remain unclear, with the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office yet to issue an official ruling. However, according to TMZ, those close to Gregory believe he may have fallen asleep in his car after visiting the bank, potentially succumbing to the extreme Arizona heat. Erich Anderson, Friday the 13th Actor, Dies at 67 After Battling Cancer.

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