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German 'Alf' Voice Tommi Piper Says He Went to a Food Bank as Income Dried Up

The 84-year-old cites dwindling repeat fees alongside a lack of new roles as the reason his finances no longer cover basic needs.

Overview

  • He says he now lives on a small pension, with his son Tobias transferring modest monthly help for everyday expenses.
  • Work offers have dried up and repeat fees have fallen, leaving the longtime actor and dubbing artist without sufficient income.
  • He sold his car and remains in the family home under a right of residence after his wife's death, paying only utilities.
  • His completed memoir, "Ja, ich war Alf," has been rejected by about 40 publishers, and he is still seeking a deal.
  • Approaching 85, he is weighing assisted-living options as he worries about future care needs.