I remember seeing an interview with the cast of Full Metal Jacket, and the director could not control or direct Gunny, so they just let him run free on set. Apparently he scared the absolute hell out of the actors
Just read that on the news a few minutes ago. Full Metal Jacket is one of my all time favorite movies, largely do to him.
A diminishing breed unfortunately. A hard ass that had a soft spot ... love of the USA and the Marine Corp. RIP Gunny. You will be missed and thought of often...