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