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Christopher Pettiet

Christopher Pettiet (12 February 1976 - 12 April 2000) was a American television and film actor best known for his role as Jesse James in the Western TV series The Young Riders and as Zach Crandell in the cult comedy film Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead.

He made appearances in many television series such as SeaQuest DSV, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Chicago Hope, Judging Amy, Picket Fences and Undressed. He also appeared in films such as Point Break (1991) and Boys (1996).

He died on 12 April 2000 of an accidental drug overdose. He was only 24 years old. He was a close friend of actors Leonardo Dicaprio and Tobey Maguire.


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Christopher Pettiet Facts

Birth Name Christopher Lee Pettiet
OccupationActor
BirthdayFebruary 12, 1976
SignAquarius
BirthplaceDallas, Texas, USA
Date of deathApril 12, 2000 (age 24)

Selected Filmography

Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead
Point Break
Carried Away
The Presence
Boys
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