R. Lee Ermey Dies: Actor Who Portrayed Sergeant In ‘Full Metal Jacket’ Was 74

R.

Lee Ermey, who made an acting career out of his ability to bring stern military careerists to life, has died at age 74.

His death was announced on Twitter by his manager, Bill Rogin.

Ermey was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor his role as Gunnery Sgt.

Hartman in Full Metal Jacket, but that was only one of his many military roles.

Owning to his background as a former Marine Corps.

staff sergeant and drill instructor, Ermey was able to project…

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