Creative Insights. I was standing there at the time with this hug spear in my hand. CREATIVE. When we worked together [for Loomis], we'd joke about it. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: The Beast Lays On The Charm In New TV Spot. Custom Content. David Ghantt: Awesome. There are a bunch of bizarre things they bought. 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. Seven Charged In $17M Heist 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, I stole $17 million, and Zach Galifianakis played me in a movie. My name is David Scott Ghantt. 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, By now, you probably know the names -- David Ghantt, Steve Chambers and his wife Michelle, and Kelly Campbell. EDITORIAL. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. 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. So what exactly did you do for this production? The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. Ghantt labeled himself as a jerk who was dissatisfied with his life before stealing the money. You look nothing like Zach? The contents were missing. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. Tell us on what was actually real from that movie. At first, David Ghantt said, "I didn't take her seriously. 20 Years Later: 'Masterminds' of One of the Largest Bank Heists His wife, they said, got breast implants and used cash to purchase a 1998 BMW Z3 sports car. But neither of those things would matter after he met Kelly Campbell. I wasnt attracted to him or anything, but he was a nice guy, Campbell said. David Ghantt: In my way of thinking, you are part of the story and people will talk about you regardless. I took a picture from back in those days to show them. wcnc.com When you have money, you just have different problems: The In Kukulcan Plaza in Cancun, Mexico, they had a small Internet caf. I just sat back and waited on my money. Its comedy. Just lounging around. LRM: Do you still have that well-known fame today after being a free man? David Ghantt: At first, I had a pretty good party. But neither of those things would matter after he met Kelly Campbell. I live down here in Jacksonville, Florida. David Ghantt I wasnt attracted to him or anything, but he was a nice guy, Campbell said. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. 20 Years Later: 'Masterminds' of One of the Largest Bank Heists 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. Ghantt believed the new employee would make a good replacement for his wife, but the feelings were not necessarily reciprocated. LRM Exclusive Interview: David Ghantt, Real I cut out a lot of partying and stuff that wastes my spending. After the movie [premiered in theaters], my Facebook account exploded. If I hadnt done on what I did and how everything unfolded like it didI wouldnt have my daughter today. David Ghantt LRM: Most people who commits the crime of the decadedont usually want their story to be told. Chambers wife, Michelle, bought a minivan in cash and began taking frequent trips to the bank to make deposits. LRM Exclusive Interview: David Ghantt, Real I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. Day in and day out, he drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other peoples money with no escape in sight. My face popped up. David Ghantt: Oh, yeah. I just wanted to restart. Collections. WOMAN GETS TIME IN LOOMIS HEIST - Greensboro News David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. David Ghantt It has a lot of things youll look for in a storya little romance, money, adventure and travel. They put some elements of the real thing into the movie. Additionally, we also discussed about his life in Mexico, the discoveries, and his life today after all this fame. VIDEO. David Ghantt: There are quite a few small facts and tidbits. Project #ShowUs. Yes, *that* David Ghantt, lol. LRM: When you actually pulled off this heist, was there any comedic incidents at all that was actually true? I might be a little biased. All of us will be looking forward to your story by watching the movie on Blu-ray or DVD. LRM: If you had to relive that heist againwhat would you do differently? David Ghantt, a Gulf War veteran, had never been in trouble with the law. David Ghantt: The number one question is usually, What made you do it?. Thats probably not the best answer to be honest with you. On the non-philosophical side, it probably be much better off if I done everything by myself. Im assuming you dont have any more contacts with your co-conspirators. Please click here if you want to opt-out. I was like, Okay.. He was also married. 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. WIFE David Ghantt Ghantt labeled himself as a jerk who was dissatisfied with his life before stealing the money. 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 In the end, it is a good story. LRM: Did you like the portrayal of yourself in the movie? Just living day-to-day. 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. Anyways, David, I appreciate this conversation. Two New Featurettes For CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Are HERE! I went in there to do a basic search. He was also married. David Ghantt AMA In October of 1997, I was a vault supervisor for armored truck company Loomis Fargo, when I made off with $17.3 million. Its baggeditup.net. The film stars Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Wiig, Owen Wilson, Kate McKinnon and Jason Sudeikis. When we worked together [for Loomis], we'd joke about it. Loomis Fargo heist history in Charlotte. WOMAN GETS TIME IN LOOMIS HEIST - Greensboro News David Ghantt: They did hire a guy to kill me. He was also married. You might as well take part in the conversation. My name is David Scott Ghantt. David Ghantt: I was very sure they [were looking for me]. But, thats a huge amount of money that would just disappear. Looking back at The amount of money stolen is correct. Loomis Fargo heist history in Charlotte. Zach Galifianakis played David Scott Ghantt, with other roles played by Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. When you have money, you just have different problems: The DUMB 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. WOMAN GETS TIME IN LOOMIS HEIST - Greensboro News David I really shouldnt change anything. David Ghantt I loved it that she is part of my life now, because of all this. Zach Galifianakis played David Scott Ghantt, with other roles played by Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. Model Employee Manage To Steal More 20 Years Later: 'Masterminds' of One of the Largest Bank Heists I ended up buying a small sailboat and go out to catch lunch. Project #ShowUs. I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. What did you have to do to survive? 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 He now has a wife, a construction job, and a child. At the time it was the second largest cash robbery ever to happen on US soil. BBC Motion Gallery. He was also married. David What was the number one question? Honestly, it got spent and no one noticed. Looking back at There were things in real life that my compatriots did that was pretty comedic and stupid. LRM: Oh, that is an interesting question. He was also married. story behind the second largest Mostly with Zach. EDITORIAL. LRM: [Laughter] Now the movie portrayed that they sent someone to kill you in Mexico. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. One of them went into a bank and asked, How much money can I deposit before you call the IRS? Its things like that. I know your compatriots would like to keep this low key. David Ghantt: Since the movie came out, I probably say I would have more now. David Ghantt: No, I havent talked to them in a very long time. David Ghantt: Mostly, it concerned for Zach [Galifianakis] to have the right shirt and carrying the right pistol. I enjoy talking to you. There are also a bit of comedy and some tragedy. Also the Author of The Book of Dave: A New Path After a $17 Million Misstep https://t.co/qBMUgcNZ4F David kissed his sleeping wife on the cheek on the morning of Oct. 4. Web29 David Ghantt Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images. I even helped them design the set, where he breaks into the vault. David Ghantt: That was the first thing the FBI told me when they had arrested me. I was also made myself available on set in case if someone wanted to talk to me. 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. I gave him the short synopsis. Channel 9 speaks with the man at the center of Loomis Fargo 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 did something else instead. David Ghantt: I think its a great story. LRM: Im curious. 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. 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. LRM: Were you actually concerned that you were one of the most wanted man in the United States while you were in Mexico? Web1) David Ghantt is underpaid and unhappy. Collections. David Ghantt I wanted to change my life. Seven Charged In $17M Heist Channel 9 speaks with the man at the center of Loomis Fargo I thought he did a really good job. The true part is that Kelly did say, Did you try the backdoor? They were ready to set the van on fire for real. story behind the second largest 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. DUMB LRM: For whatever its worth, its a good answer. 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. Every time I meet this guy, it was always in a very public place. David Ghantt: My standard answer now is [to say] that the person I was thenI am certainly not that person now. wcnc.com Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. The Internet was still new at the time. CREATIVE. Channel 9 speaks with the man at the center of Loomis Fargo I run the heavy equipment. Hes a family man with a wife and daughter. His wife, they said, got breast implants and used cash to purchase a 1998 BMW Z3 sports car. 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, story behind the second largest David Ghantt Her husband, Steve Chambers, whom prosecutors have called the main defendant, began serving an 11-year sentence earlier this year. One of my compatriots, Steve Chambers was in charge of the money. Ghantt added, I really enjoyed the movie. Looking back at WIFE CREATIVE. Campbellwho was married herselfrepresented something new and exciting. You know as well as I doits Hollywood. And most importantly, talking with Zach. He was also married. VIDEO. AMA In October of 1997, I was a vault supervisor for armored truck company Loomis Fargo, when I made off with $17.3 million.