The heartbreaking final social media post from the late child star of hit sitcom Alf has been revealed.
Benji Gregory, who starred in the celebrated program when he was a boy, was found dead on June 13 in Arizona.
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People close to Gregory suspect that he went to the bank on June 12 to deposit residual checks, fell asleep, and then died of heat stroke.
Benji’s service dog, Hans, also tragically passed away.
Gregory last posted a picture of a sidewalk with the caption, “Wish my dog, Hans, would grow out of this ‘tagging’ phase already.”
The picture was posted on April 10, but fans noted the actor hadn’t been active on social media since then.
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Many have expressed condolences in the comments, with one writing, “R.I.P. Ben. R.I.P. Hans.
“My sincere condolences to your loved ones.”
Another added: “Thoughts and prayers with your family.”
A third said: “Forever remembered.”
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EARLY CAREER
From 1986-1990, Gregory played the role of Brian Tanner on the sitcom Alf.
The show, which ran for over 100 episodes, followed the Tanner family, who took in the alien, Alf, after he crashed into their California home.
Throughout the four-season series, the Tanner family made it their mission to hide Alf from curious neighbors and government agencies.
Gregory also took on other acting roles while appearing on Alf.
His other roles include appearances in Fantastic Max, The A-Team, and The Twilight Zone, Daily Mail reported.
He also voiced Edgar the Mole in the animated film Once Upon a Forest.
While he played parts in other shows and films, Gregory’s role as Brian Tanner seems to still resonate with audiences.
Last year, the actor posted a picture of headshots of his younger self along with letters from fans spread across his table.
“Finally taking care of all the autograph requests from the last couple of months,” he captioned the photo.
Dozens of fans from all over the world commented on the post.
“Hi Benji,” one fan commented.
“Greetings from Argentina! I am still watching Alf these days! The show is so popular here!”
“Wish you the best!”
Gregory didn’t continue his acting career much longer after Alf wrapped up.
In 2003 Gregory made a drastic career shift as he enlisted in the United States Navy.
The former actor served in the Navy until he was released with an honorable medical discharge in 2005.
“Lover of dogs, traveling, late-night runs, music, podcasts, Navy, bipolar, major depression disorder, GAD, ALF, VR, Nike, Cinema 4D, Creative Cloud,” the star’s Instagram bio read.
To honor Gregory’s memory, Rebecca asked people to donate in Benji’s name to The Actors Equity Foundation or ASPCA, two charities he loved.
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