About Jonathan Tiersten
Lived 1965 – 2026 (aged 60–61). Jonathan Tiersten was an American actor and singer.
Jonathan Tiersten (August 11, 1965 – April or May 2026) was an American actor and musician. He was primarily known for his role as Ricky Thomas in the 1983 cult slasher film Sleepaway Camp. He reprised the role in the 2008 sequel Return to Sleepaway Camp.
Early life Tiersten was born in Queens, New York City, Tiersten studied acting at New York University.
Career
Acting He made his screen debut with an uncredited role in a 1981 episode of Another World before being cast as Ricky Thomas in the 1983 slasher film Sleepaway Camp. Tiersten reprised his role in the 2008 sequel Return to Sleepaway Camp. at his New Jersey home the prior week.
Return to Sleepaway Camp
Terror Tales Segment: "The Sledgehammer"
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Who was Jonathan Tiersten?
American actor and singer
When was Jonathan Tiersten born?
Jonathan Tiersten was born on 11 August 1965 in Queens.
When did Jonathan Tiersten die?
Jonathan Tiersten died in 2026 in New Jersey.
What was Jonathan Tiersten's occupation?
Jonathan Tiersten was an actor and singer.
What nationality was Jonathan Tiersten?
Jonathan Tiersten was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jonathan Tiersten
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jonathan Tiersten. https://biography.guide/jonathan-tiersten/
MLA: "Jonathan Tiersten." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jonathan-tiersten/.
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