According to TMZ, Gregory’s sister tragically confirmed that the former actor was found deceased in his car at a Chase bank parking lot in Peoria, Arizona, on June 13. It is believed that he fell asleep in his vehicle after depositing residual checks on June 12 and perished due to vehicular heatstroke, with temperatures hitting 109 degrees in the area, as reported by People. This incident also claimed the life of Gregory’s loyal service dog, Hans.
A glimpse into Gregory’s struggles was revealed by his family, who disclosed that he battled with depression, bipolar disorder, and a sleep disorder that often kept him awake for extended periods.
In a heartfelt Facebook post, his cousin, Camille Jazzy Jenkins, paid tribute to him, expressing the family’s deep sorrow and emphasizing the exceptional loss they have experienced. Jenkins also requested prayers for Gregory’s sister, brother, and parents, acknowledging the challenging time they are enduring.
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Gregory rose to stardom with his portrayal of Brian Tanner in the NBC sitcom ALF, which captivated audiences during its four-season run from 1986 to 1990. The series revolved around the Tanner family’s adventures after welcoming ALF (Alien Life Form) into their midst following his crash landing in their garage.
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Hollywood is very tough on children, don’t let your children be actors, it rarely turns out well.
You don’t really believe that he fell asleep in 109 degrees and had heat stroke do you ??