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R. Budd Dwyer(1939-1987)

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R. Budd Dwyer
Honest Man: the Life of R. Budd Dwyer is a movie about politics and corruption, suicide and survival. Four years in the making, it explores the scandal that led an honest, hard-working man to take his own life. This independently produced feature-length documentary follows Budd Dwyer, a Pennsylvania politician who infamously committed suicide at a televised press conference. The film chronicles Dwyer's meteoric rise to political power and examines the bribery scandal and subsequent trial that pushed him to his breaking point. Honest Man also delves into the controversy and consequences of the uncensored airing of Dwyer's death on television stations worldwide. Honest Man reveals a story that has remained untold for over 24 years. The film features exclusive new interviews, including William Smith, the man whose testimony convicted Dwyer, and Dwyer's widow Joanne--her last interview before her death in 2009. Was Dwyer venal, or a victim? Did he kill himself because he couldn't live with being guilty, or because he couldn't live with being innocent? Honest Man allows audiences to judge for themselves.
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R. Budd Dwyer was born on 21 November 1939 in St. Charles, Missouri, USA. He was previously married to Joanne Dwyer. He died on 22 January 1987 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
BornNovember 21, 1939
DiedJanuary 22, 1987(47)
BornNovember 21, 1939
DiedJanuary 22, 1987(47)
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  • Height
    • 6′ 1″ (1.85 m)
  • Born
    • November 21, 1939
    • St. Charles, Missouri, USA
  • Died
    • January 22, 1987
    • Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA(suicide by gunshot)
  • Spouse
    • Joanne DwyerAugust 1963 - January 22, 1987 (his death, 2 children)
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    • 1 Biographical Movie
    • 1 Article

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    His suicide has been featured (as used footage, not dramatic reenactments) in twelve films.
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