Obituary of Christopher Pettiet

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Christopher Pettiet

Christopher Lee Pettiet (born February 12, 1976 in Plano, Texas) was a TV actor and film actor who was best known for playing Zach Crandell in the 1991 cult comedy film, “Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead.” Christopher died on April 12, 2000 and his death was reportedly because of an accidental overdose on cocaine, propoxyphene, and diazepam. He died very young at 24 years old.

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Christopher Pettiet Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Pettiet, Christopher
    • Common Name: Christopher Pettiet
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Plano, Texas, United States
    • Birth Date: February 12, 1976
    • Age: 24 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Chris, Frog Prince
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1990-2000
    • Net Worth: $1.3 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: 1 Million by Paco Rabanne
    • Favorite Actor: Joan Fontaine

    Christopher's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Christopher Lee Pettiet
    • Father:
    • Mother: Helen Pettiet
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Angela Pettiet (married April 1995-divorced December 1995)

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 12 2000 at age 24
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (accidental-cocaine, propoxyphene, and diazepam)
  • Interment: Cremated and his ashes were scattered at sea off of Topanga Canyon Road in Santa Monica, California

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor American Born on February 12th Born in 1976 Born in Texas Died in 2000 Died at age 24 Died from Overdose

Christopher's Notable Roles:

  • Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead

Quotable Quotes:

"Christopher Pettiet was an amazing and loved man who left a huge hole in our hearts after his loss. You died too young and will never be forgotten! (V)"

"Christopher Pettiet lived a vibrant and impactful life that touched the hearts of those who knew him, leaving a lasting legacy even after his passing. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-05-30 16:43:03
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