Rob Garrison

TV Actor

Birthday January 23, 1960

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Wheeling, WV

DEATH DATE Sep 27, 2019 (59)

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About

Actor who gained widespread fame for his role as Tommy in the 1984 film Karate Kid and its 1986 sequel The Karate Kid Part II. He later reprised the character in the popular series Cobra Kai during its second 2019 season in what would be his final acting role. The show dedicated the episode to him after he passed. 

Before Fame

He studied acting on a full scholarship at Ohio University. He made his on-screen debut in the 1977 film Starship Invasions.

Trivia

He acted in the 1986 film Iron Eagle. He also appeared in TV shows such as St. ElsewhereMacGyver, and Coach.

Family Life

He passed away in 2019. He is  survived by his son Tony. 

Associated With

He appeared alongside Ralph Macchio in the classic film Karate Kid.