Thats some of my work. His wife, they said, got breast implants and used cash to purchase a 1998 BMW Z3 sports car. They bought a huge diamond and paid with cash for it. I really shouldnt change anything. He now has a wife, a construction job, and a child. Collections. At first, David Ghantt said, "I didn't take her seriously. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. Also the Author of The Book of Dave: A New Path After a $17 Million Misstep https://t.co/qBMUgcNZ4F My face popped up. AMA In October of 1997, I was a vault supervisor for armored truck company Loomis Fargo, when I made off with $17.3 million. I thought he did a really good job. CREATIVE. Its baggeditup.net. You said that was the number two question. MASTERMINDS is based on a true story about a Loomis Fargo robbery, in which a small group successfully stole $17 millionmaking it the second largest bank heist in history back in 1997. By now, you probably know the names -- David Ghantt, Steve Chambers and his wife Michelle, and Kelly Campbell. Ghantt says he believes in redemption, and that his mistake 25 years ago brought him all the things that are important in his life today. The film stars Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Wiig, Owen Wilson, Kate McKinnon and Jason Sudeikis. I was like, Okay.. LRM: You did serve time in Federal prison and it was a very well-known bank robbery. My name is David Scott Ghantt. He now has a wife, a construction job, and a child. David Ghantt: Its a little less dramatic on what they had shown in the movie. We talked about the fiction and fact from the movie. I was shocked. So what exactly did you do for this production? David Ghantt normally came home between 6 and 8 p.m., and often he was late, his wife said. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. Custom Content. Zach Galifianakis played David Scott Ghantt, with other roles played by Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. He was also married. I might be a little biased. David Ghantt: I think its a great story. Yes, *that* David Ghantt, lol. Ghantt believed the new employee would make a good replacement for his wife, but the feelings were not necessarily reciprocated. But neither of those things would matter after he met Kelly Campbell. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. WebThe robbery was committed by Loomis vault supervisor David Scott Ghantt, his married girlfriend Kelly Campbell (a former Loomis co-worker), Steven Eugene Chambers (a one-time FBI informant), his wife Michelle Chambers, David kissed his sleeping wife on the cheek on the morning of Oct. 4. Mostly with Zach. David kissed his sleeping wife on the cheek on the morning of Oct. 4. David Ghantt normally came home between 6 and 8 p.m., and often he was late, his wife said. I ended up buying a small sailboat and go out to catch lunch. At the time it was the second largest cash robbery ever to happen on US soil. Day in and day out, he drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other peoples money with no escape in sight. EDITORIAL. Also the Author of The Book of Dave: A New Path After a $17 Million Misstep https://t.co/qBMUgcNZ4F I would like to think, in my heart-to-heart, he wasnt going [to kill me]. David Ghantt: I was very sure they [were looking for me]. My name is David Scott Ghantt. What did you have to do to survive? I was taken back. Custom Content. BBC Motion Gallery. I wasnt attracted to him or anything, but he was a nice guy, Campbell said. You know as well as I doits Hollywood. In Kukulcan Plaza in Cancun, Mexico, they had a small Internet caf. Project #ShowUs. I wasnt attracted to him or anything, but he was a nice guy, Campbell said. David Ghantt: I would be really philosophical about this. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: The Beast Lays On The Charm In New TV Spot. Ghantt, who had been with the bank since 1994, was promoted from driver to vault supervisor in 1997, where he earned $360 a week and befriended Kelly Campbell (Wiig), who got Ghantt mixed up in the plans for the heist after she left Loomis. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS FROM MASTERMIND MOVIE But it was Ghantt, now 47 and living with his wife and daughter in Jacksonville, Florida, who actually took more than 2,000 pounds of cash and just drove away from his job. David Ghantt: When I first met Zach and sat down to talk about it, he said, You realize Im going to be playing a dumber, clumsier version of you. Its all being part as a comedy and its Hollywood. He just never had the opportunity. I wasnt attracted to him or anything, but he was a nice guy, Campbell said. But neither of those things would matter after he met Kelly Campbell. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. David Ghantt: The number one question is usually, What made you do it?. Project #ShowUs. One of my compatriots, Steve Chambers was in charge of the money. I know your compatriots would like to keep this low key. David Scott Ghantt, 28, was arrested Sunday on an island off the Mexican coast, near the resort city of Cozumel, FBI spokesman William Perry said today. MASTERMINDS will be available on Blu-ray, DVD and digital download tomorrow. The amount of money stolen is correct. No one could just pull off the crime of the decade. Its the small things like that. Zach Galifianakis played David Scott Ghantt, with other roles played by Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. VIDEO. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS FROM MASTERMIND MOVIE But it was Ghantt, now 47 and living with his wife and daughter in Jacksonville, Florida, who actually took more than 2,000 pounds of cash and just drove away from his job. This website is using Google Analytics. Ghantt believed the new employee would make a good replacement for his wife, but the feelings were not necessarily reciprocated. Chambers wife, Michelle, bought a minivan in cash and began taking frequent trips to the bank to make deposits. All of us will be looking forward to your story by watching the movie on Blu-ray or DVD. David Ghantt, a Gulf War veteran, had never been in trouble with the law. Then I realized I needed to be more conservative. Ghantt says he believes in redemption, and that his mistake 25 years ago brought him all the things that are important in his life today. To me, [all of this] was a business deal between the original three of us. When we worked together [for Loomis], we'd joke about it. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. While she made small deposits at first, she became more reckless, eventually making a deposit of thousands of dollars in cash, telling the teller not to worry: Its not drug money. No Honor Among Thieves Her husband, Steve Chambers, whom prosecutors have called the main defendant, began serving an 11-year sentence earlier this year. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. LRM: When you actually pulled off this heist, was there any comedic incidents at all that was actually true? Im still going through the friend requests. Creative Insights. He is an uncomplicated man stuck in a monotonous life. He was also married. David Ghantt: That is the like the number two question that everyone asks me. Web1) David Ghantt is underpaid and unhappy. When we worked together [for Loomis], we'd joke about it. Creative Insights. The Internet was still new at the time. David Ghantt: At first, I had a pretty good party. Im assuming you dont have any more contacts with your co-conspirators. He was also married. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. What was the number one question? LRM: Obviously, this is comedy and not a documentary. I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. Hes a family man with a wife and daughter. LRM: [Laughter] Now the movie portrayed that they sent someone to kill you in Mexico. LRM: You were a movie consultant on this project. Hes a family man with a wife and daughter. Along with a group of half-brained criminals led by Steve Chambers and an absurdly faulted heist plan, David manages the impossible and makes off with $17 million in cash..only problem is he foolishly hands the money over to this wild group of double crossers and has been set up to take the fall. By now, you probably know the names -- David Ghantt, Steve Chambers and his wife Michelle, and Kelly Campbell. LRM: [Laughter] As for yourself, besides diving, what did you really do in Mexico? That just added to the comedic element. I just wanted to restart. WebThe robbery was committed by Loomis vault supervisor David Scott Ghantt, his married girlfriend Kelly Campbell (a former Loomis co-worker), Steven Eugene Chambers (a one-time FBI informant), his wife Michelle Chambers, BBC Motion Gallery. Custom Content. His wife, they said, got breast implants and used cash to purchase a 1998 BMW Z3 sports car. Chambers wife, Michelle, bought a minivan in cash and began taking frequent trips to the bank to make deposits. One of them went into a bank and asked, How much money can I deposit before you call the IRS? Its things like that. His wife, they said, got breast implants and used cash to purchase a 1998 BMW Z3 sports car. VIDEO. Were just getting started on that. He now has a wife, a construction job, and a child. Ghantt labeled himself as a jerk who was dissatisfied with his life before stealing the money. David Ghantt: Well, my compatriots did lock themselves out of the van. Tell us on what was actually real from that movie. Anyways, David, I appreciate this conversation. LRM: Did you like the portrayal of yourself in the movie? LRM: Most people who commits the crime of the decadedont usually want their story to be told. I work for a small construction company. I told them that this was the color regiment. Thats probably not the best answer to be honest with you. At the time it was the second largest cash robbery ever to happen on US soil. LRM: Do you still have that well-known fame today after being a free man? I was also made myself available on set in case if someone wanted to talk to me. You might as well take part in the conversation. Every time I meet this guy, it was always in a very public place. I cut out a lot of partying and stuff that wastes my spending. On the non-philosophical side, it probably be much better off if I done everything by myself. Ghantt, who had been with the bank since 1994, was promoted from driver to vault supervisor in 1997, where he earned $360 a week and befriended Kelly Campbell (Wiig), who got Ghantt mixed up in the plans for the heist after she left Loomis. EDITORIAL. I run the heavy equipment. I was standing there at the time with this hug spear in my hand. There are a bunch of bizarre things they bought. Project #ShowUs. Five years he told how he explains his past like this: "People are very forgiving if you're open and honest right from the start. Her husband, Steve Chambers, whom prosecutors have called the main defendant, began serving an 11-year sentence earlier this year. Why would you want this story to be told and to enjoy this? Just lounging around. When they painted the cars, they were the wrong shake. David Ghantt normally came home between 6 and 8 p.m., and often he was late, his wife said. He was also married. I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. And most importantly, talking with Zach. David Ghantt: Awesome. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. After the movie [premiered in theaters], my Facebook account exploded. Honestly, it got spent and no one noticed. Heres my last question for younot all of the stolen money was accounted forwhat do you think actually happened to the last few million dollars? David Ghantt: Oh, yeah. When they showed the mansion scene, the great big velvet Elvis painting was for real. Were you really hailed as a hero? Its comedy. Two New Featurettes For CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Are HERE! Her husband, Steve Chambers, whom prosecutors have called the main defendant, began serving an 11-year sentence earlier this year. I gave him the short synopsis. WebThe robbery was committed by Loomis vault supervisor David Scott Ghantt, his married girlfriend Kelly Campbell (a former Loomis co-worker), Steven Eugene Chambers (a one-time FBI informant), his wife Michelle Chambers, It has a lot of things youll look for in a storya little romance, money, adventure and travel. Zach Galifianakis played David Scott Ghantt, with other roles played by Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. Ghantt, who had been with the bank since 1994, was promoted from driver to vault supervisor in 1997, where he earned $360 a week and befriended Kelly Campbell (Wiig), who got Ghantt mixed up in the plans for the heist after she left Loomis. Web1) David Ghantt is underpaid and unhappy. AMA In October of 1997, I was a vault supervisor for armored truck company Loomis Fargo, when I made off with $17.3 million. David Ghantt: There are quite a few small facts and tidbits. VIDEO. BBC Motion Gallery. MASTERMINDS is available on Blu-ray, DVD and digital download tomorrow. Chambers wife, Michelle, bought a minivan in cash and began taking frequent trips to the bank to make deposits. I enjoy talking to you. LRM had an exclusive phone interview with David Ghantt last week, the real-life culprit who pulled off the successful bank heist. Themansion party is real. When we worked together [for Loomis], we'd joke about it. I took a picture from back in those days to show them. David Ghantt: That was the first thing the FBI told me when they had arrested me. Eventually, the money had to run out. Spending years in prison, he said, gave him time to re-invent himself. LRM: Oh, that is an interesting question. I might even have more these days. Just living day-to-day. Collections. LRM: Im curious. There were things in real life that my compatriots did that was pretty comedic and stupid. I just sat back and waited on my money. Additionally, we also discussed about his life in Mexico, the discoveries, and his life today after all this fame. Ghantt says he believes in redemption, and that his mistake 25 years ago brought him all the things that are important in his life today. Web1) David Ghantt is underpaid and unhappy. I pretty much let them have their way with it, as you say. That was probably the first thing. You did something else instead. David Ghantt, a Gulf War veteran, had never been in trouble with the law. [Chuckles]. But, thats a huge amount of money that would just disappear. David Scott Ghantt, 28, was arrested Sunday on an island off the Mexican coast, near the resort city of Cozumel, FBI spokesman William Perry said today. He said he put that amount of money in a storage building. David Scott Ghantt, 28, was arrested Sunday on an island off the Mexican coast, near the resort city of Cozumel, FBI spokesman William Perry said today. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. The true part is that Kelly did say, Did you try the backdoor? They were ready to set the van on fire for real. Collections. One day, he went to check on it and the lock had been cut. Spending years in prison, he said, gave him time to re-invent himself. LRM: So tell me on where are you now? My name is David Scott Ghantt. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. People did come up to me and asked me for my autograph. CREATIVE. I live down here in Jacksonville, Florida. I also explained to Owen [Wilson] on what it was like to be in Federal prison. Five years he told how he explains his past like this: "People are very forgiving if you're open and honest right from the start. They put some elements of the real thing into the movie. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. At the time it was the second largest cash robbery ever to happen on US soil. I stole $17 million, and Zach Galifianakis played me in a movie. Then you have the huge velvet Elvis. I did do a lot of diving down in Mexico, which is a great diving spot. LRM: If you had to relive that heist againwhat would you do differently? The contents were missing. But neither of those things would matter after he met Kelly Campbell. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. Now on the lam and in over his head, David must dodge the authorities, evade a hilarious hit man, Mike McKinney, and try to turn the tables on the ones he trusted most. David Ghantt: Since the movie came out, I probably say I would have more now. I stole $17 million, and Zach Galifianakis played me in a movie. One time, he knocked on my door when I was getting ready to go scuba diving. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS FROM MASTERMIND MOVIE But it was Ghantt, now 47 and living with his wife and daughter in Jacksonville, Florida, who actually took more than 2,000 pounds of cash and just drove away from his job. 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Ghantt believed the new employee would make a good replacement for his wife, but the feelings were not necessarily reciprocated. She is the diamond of my soul. CREATIVE. I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. AMA In October of 1997, I was a vault supervisor for armored truck company Loomis Fargo, when I made off with $17.3 million. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. While she made small deposits at first, she became more reckless, eventually making a deposit of thousands of dollars in cash, telling the teller not to worry: Its not drug money. No Honor Among Thieves LRM: When you first heard the story he was there to get rid of you, what was your reaction? LRM: Were you actually concerned that you were one of the most wanted man in the United States while you were in Mexico? David Ghantt worked as a vault supervisor for the armoured cash vehicles at the Charlotte, North Carolina branch of Loomis, Fargo & Co. Ironically even though he worked for a company that moved millions of dollars every day, he was relatively underpaid. By now, you probably know the names -- David Ghantt, Steve Chambers and his wife Michelle, and Kelly Campbell. While she made small deposits at first, she became more reckless, eventually making a deposit of thousands of dollars in cash, telling the teller not to worry: Its not drug money. No Honor Among Thieves I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. David Ghantt: No, I havent talked to them in a very long time. David Ghantt worked as a vault supervisor for the armoured cash vehicles at the Charlotte, North Carolina branch of Loomis, Fargo & Co. Ironically even though he worked for a company that moved millions of dollars every day, he was relatively underpaid. I loved it that she is part of my life now, because of all this. Creative Insights. Money does weird things to people. Spending years in prison, he said, gave him time to re-invent himself. Also the Author of The Book of Dave: A New Path After a $17 Million Misstep https://t.co/qBMUgcNZ4F Yes, *that* David Ghantt, lol. With the bandits blowing millions on lavish and ridiculous luxuries, they leave behind a glaring trail of evidence. I stole $17 million, and Zach Galifianakis played me in a movie. He was also married. So what made you do it? You look nothing like Zach? Thats my standard answer these days. Five years he told how he explains his past like this: "People are very forgiving if you're open and honest right from the start. I had more than 700 message requests. I wouldnt want to change anything. David Ghantt, a Gulf War veteran, had never been in trouble with the law. I went in there to do a basic search. EDITORIAL. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. I wanted to change my life. At first, David Ghantt said, "I didn't take her seriously. Ghantt labeled himself as a jerk who was dissatisfied with his life before stealing the money. It was one of the first things they voted on. David Ghantt: They did hire a guy to kill me. Like I said before, money does weird things to people. If I hadnt done on what I did and how everything unfolded like it didI wouldnt have my daughter today. David Ghantt worked as a vault supervisor for the armoured cash vehicles at the Charlotte, North Carolina branch of Loomis, Fargo & Co. Ironically even though he worked for a company that moved millions of dollars every day, he was relatively underpaid. At first, David Ghantt said, "I didn't take her seriously. Yes, *that* David Ghantt, lol. David Ghantt discovers the true meaning of adventure far beyond his wildest dreams. In the end, it is a good story. David kissed his sleeping wife on the cheek on the morning of Oct. 4. David Ghantt: My standard answer now is [to say] that the person I was thenI am certainly not that person now. My wife and I are starting a microbusiness. LRM: True. Could you talk a little more about that? He was also married. Please click here if you want to opt-out. David Ghantt: In my way of thinking, you are part of the story and people will talk about you regardless. People did ask questions or they wanted to chat. LRM: Do you enjoy the publicity for yourself? There are also a bit of comedy and some tragedy.