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RIP Paul Gleason

posted 18 years ago by blur81
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Paul Gleason, who played slimy cop Lackley in Miami Blues has passed away at the age of 67. He was a great actor in countless films with Miami Blues being quite memorable. He will be missed.

[–] Thomasco 18 years ago

One of those guys you think will always be there. I distinctly remember his performances in "Trading Places", "Johnny Be Good", and "Die Hard". He could do the quick-lipped, smart-aleck as good as anyone. Also, the sharp-edged guy with a position of authority.

Thanks for the info, and the tribute.

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[–] juniorfrenger 18 years ago

his miami blues cameo was the best cameo...EVER

Ever stood in a line up? Suede sports coat...courtesy van.

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[–] Woodyanders 15 years ago

Plaul Gleason was great in his small role as vicious corrupt vice cop Frank Lackley. I was a big fan of Gleason and his consistently excellent work in so many memorable movies made throughout the 80's like "Trading Places" and "Die Hard."

"We're all part Shatner/And part James Dean/Part Warren Oates/And Steven McQueen"

[–] dirtbunny199 15 years ago

Omg, I had no idea he had passed away! I really liked his one time role as Lou Powers on "The George Lopez Show." In my book, he'll be remembered best as the grumpy principal from "The Breakfast Club" & the slimy political agent in "Morgan Stewart's Coming Home." I also liked when he parodied his Breakfast Club role in "Not Another Teen Movie." RIP sir.

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