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