William Gary Busey (/ ˈbjuːsi /; born June 29, 1944) is an American actor. He portrayed Buddy Holly in The Buddy Holly Story (1978), for which he was nominated for the Academy Award for …

Jun 16, 2025 · During a 2024 interview on Howie Mandel ‘s podcast, Busey opened up about the 1988 motorcycle accident which altered the course of his career, leaving him with permanent …

Oct 23, 2024 · 'Point Break' actor Gary Busey says he died and came back to life after his 1988 motorcycle crash. 'I was surrounded by angels,' the actor says.

Dec 23, 2024 · Gary has suffered a series of health challenges, including brain damage in the ‘80s, which led him to push for a helmet law in California. He claimed to have died and seen …

Apr 30, 2023 · Actor Gary Busey was on the verge of life and death because of one of his mistakes. Busey was in a road accident that landed him in a wheelchair, leading to a brain …

Nov 25, 2025 · On December 5, 1988, Gary Busey almost died in a motorcycle accident. He suffered a brain injury during the accident because he didn't wear a helmet.

Today, he lives in seclusion, dependent on care and abandoned by ma...more. Hollywood star had his career destroyed at the height of his fame after a brutal accident that left him weeks in...

Gary Busey's health is declining. Following Gary's guilty plea, he was sentenced to two years' probation, reports the Courier Post. His attorney requested a monetary fine over a longer...

5 days ago · News of actor Gary Busey’s death spread quickly earlier this week, causing concern among fans across the world. However, the December 2025 report has now been confirmed …

Mar 20, 2025 · Although there were many internet death hoaxes, Busey is very much alive and quite busy. Despite the mobility issues, he is still out there attending fan conventions, making …