Harold Pruett was an American actor who is best known for Hull High, Embrace of the Vampire, and Lucky Chances. He was born on April 13, 1969, in Anchorage, Alaska, USA, and died on February 21, 2002, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Harold Pruett had a close-knit family, with his parents owning a café in Newberry Springs, California, which was featured in the film Bagdad Cafe (1987). He had a son named Tanen Pruett. Harold studied for two years at the Lee Strasberg Institute and the Los Angeles Music Center. Throughout his life, he maintained strong friendships with several notable actors, including Christina Applegate and David Arquette.
Career
Pruett appeared in various minor roles on television, with credits including shows like “The Tim Conway Show,” “The Mac Davis Show,” and “21 Jump Street.” He gained recognition for his performances in films like Embrace of the Vampire and Hull High, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Harold Pruett tragically passed away from a drug overdose on February 21, 2002. Despite his untimely death, he is remembered for his contributions to film and television, leaving behind a legacy as a talented actor with promising potential.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Precious Find | 1996-06-26 | Ben Rutherford |
| Embrace of the Vampire | 1995-05-30 | Chris |
| The Perfect Daughter | 1996-08-01 | Billy |
| Heat Wave | 1990-08-13 | John Riggs |
| Summer Camp Nightmare | 1987-04-17 | Chris Wade |
| Spellcaster | 1988-01-14 | Tom |
| Divas | 1995-09-19 | Jerry |
| Mirror, Mirror | 1979-10-10 | Joey McLaren |
| Moving Target | 1988-02-08 | Band Member (uncredited) |
| Scandal in a Small Town | 1988-01-01 | Michael Bishop |
| Daddy Can’t Read | 1988-03-16 | Gary Watson |
| Lucky Chances | 1990-10-07 | Dario Santangelo |
| Sybil | 1976-11-14 | Danny |
| 21 Jump Street | 1987-04-12 | Elly |
| The Outsiders | 1990-03-25 | Steve Randle |
| I Know My First Name Is Steven | 1989-05-22 | Birch |
| Night Court | 1984-01-04 | Joey |
| The Fortunate Pilgrim | 1988-04-03 | Gino |
| Walker, Texas Ranger | 1993-04-21 | Ned Buchanon |
| The New Leave It to Beaver | 1984-11-08 | Ron |