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Gary Revel

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Gary Revel

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Overview

  • Born
    June 29, 1949 · Florala, Alabama, USA
  • Birth name
    Gary Neal Revel

Biography

    • Playing poker, in a Southern Junk Joint, is not the typical activity of a 10-year-old boy, but it was for Gary Revel. He graduated high school in Bonifay, Florida, and served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. From the Navy, he was off to Hollywood, California, where he began work in the music, film, and publishing businesses. From Hollywood, he was on to New York City, Memphis, Nashville, and back to Los Angeles. Along the way, he investigated the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. which led him to investigate the assassinations of JFK and RFK. He touched on that, and more, in his memoir, "To Live or Maybe Not". His story has been adapted for screenplay by Frank Burmaster and himself and is in development with Jeff Olm executive producing and Cameron Arnett directing. Many interviews uncovered historic details of what Gary learned during his investigations. Not only, has the public been informed of the thrilling facts, but also, they have an inside look at how covert operations worked with Gary leading such dangerous work. All of this comes alive in the movie, "They Slew the Dreamer: MLK-The Gary Revel Story" and the world will have a ringside seat to one of history's most important and tragic events. The Gary Revel investigation, of the assassination of Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Voice of Opposition to the Vietnam War, Civil Rights Leader, and pastor and preacher of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, Martin Luther King Jr. speaks truth to power. Gary's MLK assassination investigation led him to follow the trail which opened up to his investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and from there into the assassination of Senator and Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy. Many years later Gary would also find connections to the assassination of John Lennon and the attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan. Screenplays have been written based on each of these, and the Gary Revel Investigations Franchise of action/thriller movies and television products is born. They are being developed at Jongleur Pictures LLC along with over 20 more film and television projects. Many of the screenplays are co-written by Gary and Frank Burmaster. Many are being executive produced by Jeff Olm. Two animated series are being developed, The Adventures of Hillary the Little Ladybug and The Old Doc Turtle Series. One Superhero project, Megamerse, is in the works. A fantasy film, Golf Gods, is being developed as a Roger Rabbit type genre with both live actors and animated characters. There are too many to list here but go to jongleurpictures.com if you'd like to see more. Most recently Gary founded the 501 (c) 3, nonprofit corporation Mother Nature Festival Live Inc. The mission is to stop global warming and engage in other philanthropic and societal causes.
      - IMDb mini biography by: Teresa Hinojosa
    • Gary Revel's life story transcends the ordinary. His diverse array of careers, missions, and covert operations paints a vivid picture of a life rich in experience and purpose. Each role he has embraced reveals a glimpse into the remarkable tapestry of his journey, showcasing not just achievements, but the depth and complexity of his character.

      Much of it can be found in his memoir, "To Live or Maybe Not" and even more in the screenplays he has written or those written about him and his work. He brings to light even more of his complex story in the lines of his poetry found in his award-winning book, "Milestones."

      I am writing a book based on much of his work. The title and publication date will be shared as I firm up those plans.
      - IMDb mini biography by: Patrick Wood
    • Title: The Gary Revel Investigations Franchise: A Cinematic Chronicle of Covert Operations and Historical Inquiries

      Abstract/Introduction:

      The Gary Revel Investigations Franchise is a compelling series of high-stakes action thrillers rooted in the extraordinary real-life experiences of Gary Revel-musician, U.S. Navy operative, undercover agent, entertainment executive, and special investigator. The franchise dramatizes Revel's involvement in some of the most consequential and controversial events of the 20th and 21st centuries, offering a unique lens into covert operations, political intrigue, and cultural upheaval.

      Body:

      At the heart of the franchise is Revel's investigative work into the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and musician John Lennon. His inquiries also extend to the attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan, the sudden death of pop icon Michael Jackson, the mysterious disappearance of Congressman Hale Boggs, the criminal enterprise of Jeffrey Epstein, and the suspicious death of journalist Dorothy Kilgallen, who was independently investigating the JFK assassination.

      The franchise begins with MLK: The Gary Revel Story, a biographical thriller that traces Revel's early life and his covert involvement in the investigation of Dr. King's assassination. This film sets the tone for a series that blends historical accuracy with cinematic storytelling, aiming to illuminate hidden truths and challenge official narratives.

      Conclusion:

      By merging investigative journalism, historical documentation, and narrative filmmaking, the Gary Revel Investigations Franchise contributes to both public discourse and academic inquiry. It invites scholars, historians, and audiences alike to re-examine pivotal moments in modern history through the eyes of a man who lived them from the shadows.
      - IMDb mini biography by: Patrick Wood

Family

  • Spouse
      Linda Marie (nee, Willis) Revel(January 23, 1973 - March 8, 2015) (divorced, 6 children)

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  • Gender / Gender identity
    Male

Trivia

  • Question: What did Gary Revel find concerning the true assassin of Martin Luther King Jr.? Answer: The true assassin was not James Earl Ray but instead a team of assassins headed by E. Howard Hunt.
  • Question: In what year did Gary Revel start and end his investigation into the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.? Answer: 1977.
  • Question: Was the rifle owned by James Earl Ray the murder weapon of Martin Luther King Jr.? Answer: No, it was not. To this day, no test has proven that the rifle, owned by James Earl Ray and found on the street near the rooming house where James Earl Ray had rented a room on the day of MLK's killing, matches the bullet taken from MLK's body.

Quotes

  • When I open my eyes every morning Satan says, "Damn, he's awake."
  • The kindness you give goes a long way and always comes back to you.

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