Claim: Tim Allen starred in an American show.
Evidence: He is known for his role as Tim `` The Toolman '' Taylor in the ABC television show Home Improvement -LRB- 1991 -- 1999 -RRB- as well as for his starring roles in several films , including the role of Buzz Lightyear in the Toy Story franchise.
Home Improvement is an American television sitcom starring Tim Allen that aired on ABC from September 17 , 1991 , to May 25 , 1999 , with a total of 204 half-hour episodes spanning over eight seasons.