Tim Allen, a stand-up comedian, had barely any acting credits to his name when he stepped into the role of man's man TV host ...

In a rare interview from the Home Improvement alum, he shared the bizarre reason behind his character Mark's sudden "goth ...

He dominated the small screen for years with Home Improvement ... A pay disparity and a departing cast member led to the end of 'Tool Time.' ...

As we wait to see if that ever comes to fruition, let's check in on where the cast of Home Improvement is now. ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty; Momodu Mansaray/Getty ...