George Buck Flower
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Not to be confused with the English emigrant to Illinois, George Flower (reformer) (1788–1862).
George Albert "Buck" Flower (October 28, 1937 – June 18, 2004) was an American actor, writer, producer, assistant director, production manager, and casting director. He was sometimes credited as Ernest Wall, Buck Flower, George "Buck" Flower, George Flower, Buck Flowers, C. D. LaFleur, C.D. LaFleure, C.D. Lafleuer, and C.D. Lafleur.[2]
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George Buck Flower | |
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| Born | George Albert Flower (1937-10-28)October 28, 1937 Milton-Freewater, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | June 18, 2004(2004-06-18) (aged 66) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Eastern Oregon University[1] |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1970–2004 |
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Because of his gruff appearance, he was often cast as a drunk or homeless character. Director John Carpenter gave Flower a cameo role in several films he made throughout the 1980s.
Flower was also the father of actress/costume designer Verkina Flower and Key Grip Marcus "Roo" Flower. He died of cancer at age 66 on June 18, 2004.