Paul Gleason
American actor
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About Paul Gleason
Paul Gleason first gained global recognition after playing the character of Dr. David Thornton in the soap opera titled “All My Children”. His role as Vice Principal Richard Vernon in the 1985 film “The Breakfast Club”, and Dwayne Robinson in 1988’s “Die Hard” further established him as one of the admired actors of his generation.
Family
His dad George L. Gleason was a professional boxer. Eleanor Doyle, his mother, was a trained nurse. His marriage to Candy Moore in 1971 produced a child called Shannon. He later married Susan Kehl in 1995, and together they had a daughter called Kaitlin.
Education
He studied at North Miami High School before joining Florida State University.
Death
According to reports, his death was caused by pleural mesothelioma, a type of cancer.
Fun Facts
He played football during his days in the university and high school.
After running away from home at the age of 16, he slept along beaches.
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F.A.Q. about Paul Gleason
When is his birthday?
Paul Gleason's birthday is on May 4, 1939.
In how many days is his birthday?
Paul's birthday is in 348 days
How old was Paul when he died?
He was 67 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 27, 2006.
How old would he be today?
Paul Gleason would be 83 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Paul from?
He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S..
Paul Gleason's Popularity
Paul Gleason was a famous American actor, who was born on May 4, 1939. As a person born on this date, Paul Gleason is listed in our database as the 55th most popular celebrity for the day (May 4) and the 54th most popular for the year (1939).
People born on May 4 fall under the Zodiac sign of Taurus, the Bull. Paul Gleason is the 1462nd most popular Taurus.
Aside from information specific to Paul Gleason's birthday, Paul Gleason is the 10286th most famous American and ranks 16th in famous people born in Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
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