Michael DeLuise

Michael Robert DeLuise (born August 4, 1969) is an American actor, film director, and film producer. He is best known for his roles as Tony Piccolo in the TV series seaQuest DSV (1994-1996), Younger Officer Joey Penhall in 21 Jump Street (1990-1991), and TJ in Gilmore Girls (2004-2007). Born in Los Angeles, California, Michael is the second son of actor and comedian Dom DeLuise and actress Carol Arthur. He made his film debut in the 1979 comedy Hot Stuff, opposite his father. Throughout his career, he has also appeared in TV shows like NYPD Blue and has made guest appearances on CSI.