Anecdotes

Is an Indian actor of American descent.

Wife Carrol Evan acted along side Tom in Chamelee Memsaab in 1979. His son Jamie debuted as an actor in 2008 with the film Ocean Of A Old Man.

Speaks fluent Hindi and English

Cousin of author Stephen Alter.

Daughter in law's name is Meha Bhardwaj Alter. She is a reporter for CMM-IBN.

Brother's name is John Copely Alter.

Tom Alter dubbed for Jeevan's twin brother's role in Amar Akbar Anthony.

Son Jamie Alter is also a actor.

Wrote a novel titled Rerun at Rialto. He originally wanted to make it as a film. When he could not find any producers he turned it into a novel. In 2015, he finally was able to get finance and start the film. Tom was going to direct the venture. He signed Sharmila Tagore and Manoj Kumar in a special appearance. The film was shelved even before they could start shooting..

Was well versed with Hindi a day Urdu.

Debut film was Charas 1976.

Was also a sports journalist and first ever celebrity he introduced was Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar.

After seeing Rajesh Khanna's Acadiana 1969 he decided to be an actor.

Elder brother and sister as well as daughter are educationist.

Son in law name is Kevin Burtram.