Actor. He is probably best remembered for his role as the no nonsense Principal Richard Vernon in the popular 1980’s  movie “The Breakfast Club.” After seeing the film “Splendour in the Grass,” he decided he wanted to become an actor. Gleason started out on television in the 1960’s appearing on such shows as “Mission Impossible,” and “Columbo.” He made his film debut in the movie “Doc Savage, Man of Bronze” (1975). Gleason continued to appear regularly in films and television most recently in episodes of “Cold Case” and “The George Lopez Show.” He was at one-time married to Joanna Hall, daughter of game show host Monty Hall. (bio by: C.S.) Cause of death: Lung cancer