Sean Frye

Movie Actor

Birthday September 16, 1966

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Hollywood, CA

Age 57 years old

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About

Former child actor best known for playing the role of Steve, the friend of Elliott's older brother, in the 1982 Steven Spielberg blockbuster film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. He also appeared in the feature film For Keeps, opposite Molly Ringwald.

Before Fame

Before his most notable role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, he appeared in a number of guest spots in television series such as Little House on the Prairie. He is certified in grant-writing. 

Trivia

He played a drug-addicted teenager in Toughlove, a made-for-television film. He met Elvis Presley in 1974 at Schwab's Pharmacy. Over the years, he held numerous jobs outside of acting, including as an HIV counselor in Los Angeles in the 90s.

Family Life

His father is actor Virgil Frye and his half-sister is actress Soleil Moon Frye.

Associated With

In E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, he appeared alongside actors Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore.