Brooke McCarter was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Lost Boys, Thrashin’, and The Uh-Oh Show.
Personal and Family Life
Brooke McCarter was born on April 22, 1963, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother was named Maria, and he had a brother, Robert, and a sister, Melissa. Coming from a family with a history in entertainment, with his grandfather being a Vaudeville actor and his father a drummer, Brooke was naturally drawn to the arts. He was athletic and received a racquetball scholarship for college but left to pursue acting in New York City.
Career Highlights
Brooke’s acting career began with a role in an episode of The Twilight Zone in 1985. He gained fame for starring as Paul in the cult classic film The Lost Boys in 1987. Throughout the 1990s, he managed his friend Corey Haim and appeared in several projects including Double Switch and contributed songs to films. Brooke also directed a documentary called Leaves of Green in 2002 and continued to work in the entertainment industry in various capacities.
Death and Legacy
Brooke McCarter passed away on December 22, 2015, in Tampa, Florida, due to liver failure caused by alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. He is remembered for his contributions to film and music, especially for his role in The Lost Boys, which remains a beloved classic today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Lost Boys | 1987-07-31 | Paul |
| Thrashin’ | 1986-08-29 | Tyler |
| The Uh-oh Show | 2009-10-14 | Jackie |
| Blood, Guts and Sunshine: The History of Horror Made in Florida | 2021-11-08 | Self [archival] |