Alum of "Alf" remembered amidst dark revelations
Max Wright, known for his role as the devoted, loving husband and father in the series "Alf," held similarly devoted roles in his real life. However, dark secrets eventually emerged, leading to his wife throwing him out of their home. The actor died after a long battle with cancer, passing away in disgrace five years ago, on June 26, 2019.
Recently, it was announced that Benji Gregory, the actor who played a child star in the highly popular 1980s series Alf, had passed away. Meanwhile, the end of June marked the 5th anniversary of the death of another actor who found fame through his role in the Alf series.
Max Wright played the head of the family in "Alf." For many viewers, his portrayal of William Tanner made him the embodiment of a loving father. In private life, he was believed to be a happy husband and father of two children.
Five years after the series ended, Wright was diagnosed with lymphoma. During that time, everyone rooted for his recovery. The actor overcame the disease (with the cancer remaining in remission for several years) and was given a chance at a second life. However, he used it surprisingly.
Wright's dark past: Alcohol, drugs, and sex
In 2000, Wright was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He received a suspended sentence, but three years later, he was caught driving drunk again.
Wright tried to salvage his image by blaming his illness. He also gave interviews in which he thanked his supportive wife. Soon, it came to light that Wright was cheating on his wife with men. The media contacted the actor's former lover, who revealed shocking information.
His life was so out of control he didn't care about exposure to AIDS. We would meet twice a week and pick up homeless men, take them home and pay them $100 for sex - the former lover of the actor told "The National Enquirer" magazine.
After numerous scandals were revealed, Wright's wife turned away from him, and the entire industry did as well. He died in 2019 at the age of 75, forgotten and abandoned by everyone. In his later years, he struggled with illness and an addiction to alcohol and drugs.
