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Co-stars Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler remembered him not with Hollywood gloss, but with the kind of affection reserved for family. They spoke of his \u201cgoofy sense of humor,\u201d his kindness, and the way he could light up a room with a song or a smile. Fans echoed those memories, recalling hugs, conversations, and moments that felt deeply personal. In their grief, one truth stands out: Victor French Jr. may have lived outside the camera\u2019s frame, but his heart was center stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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