Child Star Trades Sitcom Fame for Amazon Deliveries

Danny Pintauro, who starred in the 1980s sitcom "Who's the Boss?", is currently working as an Amazon driver to support himself while auditioning for acting roles. Pintauro, now 50, moved to Los Angeles in 2022, aiming to revitalize his acting career after a decade away from the industry. He noted that many fans misunderstand the financial benefits of residuals from shows filmed in the 1980s.

Pintauro explained that residuals from that era are minimal, often amounting to only five to six cents per episode, as contracts were not designed for the current media landscape of DVDs or extensive syndication. The money earned from "Who's the Boss?" was largely used for his education at Stanford and to cover living expenses after the show concluded, leaving no significant savings.

After "Who's the Boss?" ended, Pintauro pursued studies at Stanford and worked various jobs, including in retail and hospitality, before attempting a career in theater directing in New York and later working at an animal shelter in Austin. He and his husband relocated to Los Angeles in 2022, seeking more acting opportunities.

Pintauro's decision to share his experience as an Amazon Flex driver, including a challenging first shift in a less-than-ideal neighborhood, gained significant attention online. He aims to highlight the current struggles many actors face due to reduced production and a shift towards streaming services, encouraging perseverance in a demanding industry.