🇺🇸 Happy Heavenly Birthday Benji Gregory: ALF Star & U.S. Navy Veteran
Happy Heavenly Birthday to Benji Gregory — born May 26, 1978 and remembered always after his passing on June 13, 2024. 🇺🇸🎂
Many remember Benji Gregory as Brian Tanner, the lovable son from the hit television show ALF, one of the most beloved sitcoms of the 1980s.
But what many fans may not know is that after his acting career, Benji chose another path — one of service to his country.
After graduating from school, Benji Gregory enlisted in the United States Navy in 2003.
⚓ During his Navy service:
• Enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2003
• Served as an Aerographer’s Mate
• Assigned to USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70)
• Received an honorable medical discharge in 2005
As an Aerographer’s Mate, Benji supported naval operations with weather and oceanographic forecasting — an important role that helps provide mission-critical information to support fleet readiness and operations at sea.
Before serving in uniform, Benji became a familiar face to millions as Brian Tanner on ALF, appearing in one of television’s most memorable family sitcoms and becoming part of pop culture history.
🎬 Benji Gregory is best known for:
• ALF as Brian Tanner
• Television appearances throughout the 1980s
• Later proudly serving in the United States Navy
Benji Gregory’s life was uniquely American — from child actor to sailor, from Hollywood to serving aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier.
He will be remembered not only for bringing smiles to generations of fans, but also for his honorable military service to our nation.
Thank you for your service, Benji. 🇺🇸
May 26, 1978 – June 13, 2024
Happy Heavenly Birthday. Fair winds and following seas.
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