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Tim Allen Recounts Unsettling Stalker Incident from 'Home Improvement' Era
1 Oct
Summary
- Tim Allen shares a "freaky stalker situation" he dealt with during 'Home Improvement'
- Allen responded to a disturbing message from a fan who confused the TV family with real life
- The stalker incident led to security being involved on the Disney studio lot
According to a recent news report, actor Tim Allen has opened up about a concerning stalker incident he experienced during the run of his hit sitcom 'Home Improvement' in the 1990s. In an interview on the podcast 'Howie Mandel Does Stuff', Allen recalled receiving a message from a fan who seemed to be confusing the fictional Taylor family with real life.
The fan's initial message to Allen was described as containing "at least 1,000 red flags", with the actor deciding to respond directly rather than avoid the situation. However, this interaction only seemed to further unsettle the delusional fan, who later showed up at the Disney studio lot where 'Home Improvement' was filmed. Security had to get involved, with the fan even stripping naked on the lot before eventually leaving.
Thankfully, Allen said this was the last time he had to deal with that particular stalker, though he noted that such incidents have been a "recurring thing" for him at times. The actor also shared how he has struggled with engaging with negative comments on social media over the years, despite advice to avoid such interactions. Overall, this unsettling experience appears to have been a concerning chapter in Allen's career during the height of his 'Home Improvement' fame.
