Taran Noah Smith is an American businessman and former actor best known for his role as Mark Taylor on the sitcom "Home Improvement." He received recognition for his performances, winning two Young Artist Awards in 1992 and 1994. Smith gained control of his $1.5 million trust fund at 18, alleging his parents had squandered it on a mansion. However, his mother denied the accusation, stating the money was in a trust fund and inaccessible to them. Smith later expressed a change of perspective, acknowledging his parents' efforts to protect his finances. After deciding to pursue a different path following the end of "Home Improvement," Smith married Heidi van Pelt at 17, which attracted attention due to their significant age difference. The couple later divorced, and in 2005, they established a non-dairy cheese company called Playfood. Smith has been involved in various ventures, including disaster relief work in the Philippines and teaching submarine piloting through the Community Submersibles Project. Additionally, he is known for his vegan lifestyle.

Taran Armstrong, born on 15 January 2002, is an Australian professional basketball player known for his role with the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. Before joining the Warriors, Armstrong played for the California Baptist Lancers in the United States and the Cairns Taipans in the National Basketball League (NBL) in Australia. His basketball journey began at a young age in Burnie, Tasmania, where he attended Marist Regional College and excelled in the North West Basketball Union (NWBU). His talent led him to Canberra, where he earned a scholarship with Basketball Australia's Centre of Excellence and represented Tasmania in various basketball competitions. In 2021, Armstrong joined the California Baptist Lancers and made significant contributions, leading to his recognition as the WAC Freshman of the Year. His impressive performance continued into his sophomore year, leading him to be named to the All-WAC Second Team. In 2023, Armstrong made the decision to start his professional career in Australia with the Cairns Taipans before eventually signing a two-way contract with the Golden State Warriors in February 2025. Armstrong has also represented Australia in various international basketball events, showcasing his skills on a global stage.