Jeff Cohen, famous for his role as “Chunk” in *The Goonies*, successfully reinvented himself from a child actor into a powerhouse entertainment lawyer. After his acting career, he pivoted to business at UC Berkeley and earned a law degree from UCLA.
His success was bolstered by director Richard Donner, who provided crucial financial support and a college recommendation. Cohen later co-founded the Beverly Hills firm Cohen Gardner LLP and has been recognized as a top industry dealmaker.
A full-circle moment occurred at the 2023 Oscars when his former co-star, Ke Huy Quan, credited Cohen for negotiating his successful acting comeback. This reunion highlighted the enduring bond between the *Goonies* cast.
Beyond legal work, Cohen authored *The Dealmaker’s Ten Commandments* to share his negotiation expertise. His career transformation demonstrates that child-star fame can be effectively evolved into lasting professional influence.
