Gary Poulter
American actor
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| Intro | American actor | |
| Places | United States of America | |
| was | Actor | |
| Work field | Film, TV, Stage & Radio | |
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| Birth | 16 September 1959, Austin | |
| Death | 19 February 2013 (aged 53 years) | |
| Star sign | Virgo |
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Biography
Gary Poulter (September 16, 1959 - February 19, 2013) was an American man known for his lead acting role alongside Nicolas Cage in David Gordon Green's 2013 film Joe. Poulter was homeless, living on the streets of Austin, Texas when he was cast in the role of Wade, the abusive alcoholic father of Gary, played by Tye Sheridan.
Before the film's release, Poulter was found dead at the edge of Lady Bird Lake near a homeless campsite on February 19, 2013.