Ralph Thomas Puett III (born January 12, 1971) is an American actor, singer, dancer, and businessman. He is best known for his role as Tyler Benchfield on Life Goes On. Puett left the show in 1991.[1] Puett is the older brother of former Kids Incorporated star Devyn Puett. In high school Puett was signed to Scotti Brothers Records. Puett released his only album Life Goes On in 1990. That same year Puett's only video album Heart Attack was released. Devyn sang back up vocals on the album. After releasing Life Goes On Puett was cast as Ben in Switchback in 1997. Switchback was Puett's last acting role.
Tommy Puett | |
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| Born | Ralph Thomas Puett III January 12, 1971 |
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| Years active | 1988–1997 |
| Website | ultrasp.com |
Personal life
editPuett retired from acting in 1997. Puett graduated from Diamond Bar High School in 1989. Puett and his wife Robin have two children.[2] After retiring from acting Puett went on to pursue a career in business. He now runs Ultra Sport Products.[3]
Filmography
edit| Film | |||
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| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
| 1997 | Switchback | Ben | |
| Television | |||
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 1988 | Broken Angel | Bob | TV movie |
| 1988 | Aaron's Way | Coaster | 1 season |
| 1989 | The Case of the Hillside Stranglers | Mark Grogan | TV movie |
| 1989–1992 | Life Goes On | Tyler Benchfield | 66 Episodes |
| 1991–1992 | America's Top 10 | Himself/host | 200 Episodes |
| 1993 | Step by Step | Steve | Episode: No Business Like Show Business |
Award nominations
edit| Year | Award | Result | Category | Series or song |
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| 1988–1989 | Young Artist Award | Nominated | Best Young Actor Supporting Role in a Television Series | Life Goes On |
| Favorite New Recording Artist | Kiss You All Over |
Albums
edit- Life Goes On (1990)
Video albums
edit- Heart Attack (1990)
References
edit- ^ "Series 80". Retrieved 2009-08-31.
- ^ Lindell D. Douglas
- ^ Ultra Sport Inks Four English Clubs
External links
edit- Tommy Puett at IMDb
- Tommy Puett on Twitter
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