Will Sampson

Will Sampson (September 27, 1934 - June 3, 1987), a Native American, was an American actor and painter.

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September 27 - 1934 - June 3 - 1987 - Native American - American - Actor - Painter

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Sampson's most notable roles were as "Chief Bromden" in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and "Taylor The Medicine Man" in the second movie of the Poltergeist movie series.

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Poltergeist movie series

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He also had a recurring role on the hit TV show Vega$, as Harlon Twoleaf.

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He died of post-operative kidney failure and pre-operative malnutrition problems. Some people have suggested that this was due to a supposed curse on the production of the Poltergeist movie series.

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Kidney - Supposed curse

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