Chris Petersen | |
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| Born | Christopher P. Petersen August 18, 1963 |
| Other names | Chris Peterson |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1977–1981 |
| Relatives | Patrick J. Petersen (brother) |
Chris Petersen (born August 18, 1963) is an American actor. Beginning his career as a child actor at the age of 12, he is best known for his roles in the feature films When Every Day Was the Fourth of July, The Swarm and The Little Dragons. Rising to prominence among teen audiences during the late 1970s and 1980s, he is also remembered for starring in various teen anthology series of the time including ABC Afterschool Specials, CBS Afternoon Playhouse and NBC Special Treat, as well as for his co-starring role on Norman Lear's "interactive" situation comedy, The Baxters.