EXCLUSIVE: Dennis Hopper's Pot Pusher Pays Tribute To Star
Posted on May 29, 2010 @ 01:45PM
The pot pushers who sold Dennis Hopper medical marijuana in his dying days say they've lost one of their star clients -- and a good friend.
RadarOnline.com spoke to an employee at The Farmacy Cannabis Club in Venice, California, who confirmed the 74-year actor was a frequent patient as he battled cancer.
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”We're sorry to see one of our favorite patients go,” said the staffer.
“Our love and condolences go out to his family and friends... he will be sorely missed."
In January, RadarOnline.com snapped the Oscar-nominated star of Easy Rider and Hoosiers shopping at The Farmacy.
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In addition to selling marijuana and pot-infused products like brownies, lollipops and teas — all legal for qualified patients who carry a medical marijuana identification card — The Farmacy offers other holistic treatments, including herbs and vitamins, and services including acupuncture.
Hopper died Saturday after a long bout with prostate cancer. He was 74.
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Hopper had fans all over the world; he appeared in over 100 films in a career that spanned six decades.
One of his most famous films, the 1969 cult classic "Easy Rider," which he both starred in and directed, was able to bring newer generations of fans together with the actor as well.
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The Farmacy employee recounted: "We had Easy Rider playing on one of our televisions for the first time and he happened to come in on that very day. He was excited to see that the movie was still relevant, because a lot of us in here hadn't seen it yet. It was really cool."
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"He was just a really nice gentleman, he was literally one of the staff's favorite people that come in here," the staffer added.
Hopper is survived by four children.
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Legalize pot everywhere. It's certainly better than booze.
Posted Tue, 06/01/2010 - 4:50am
Why is it when somebody dies all the horror of their behavior here on earth just evaporates? Interesting. Sort of a convenient lack of memory here.
Posted Tue, 06/01/2010 - 4:49am
Dennis was not a nice man and in the late 60's early 70's he was using acid etc. frequently. In those days anyone who dealt with him thought he was an azz. Don't expect any of you to know this LMAO-too young. Google it.
Posted Tue, 06/01/2010 - 4:47am
How is this article disrespectful? He was using medical Marijuana to ease his suffering because he was dying. May he rip!
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 12:56pm
what a disrespectful article
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 5:06am
I noticed that there is no name attached to the article because the author has no honor or integrity. Please, show respect for Mr. Hopper and his family and friends by refraining from publishing this type of sleaze.
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 2:17am
They would NEVER confirm nor deny that any individual is or is not a patient. Our standard operating pocedure is to hang up on any caller inquiring such infomation. Just as any doctor or pharmacy (i.e. CVS, Rite Aid, Target, etc.) would do the same.
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 2:13am
The above article is completely untrue. I should know... I work at The Farmacy. All of our staff members follow the strictest guidlines to protect the confidentiality of our patients.
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 2:12am
Y call them "pot pushers". He obviously had an Rx to obtain medical marijuana or the Farmacy would have their doors closed for illegally dispensing. If the maryjane helped ease his pain and suffering then who are you to judge? RIP Dennis
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 12:01am
You're totally right, 100%. May he rest in peace.
Posted Sun, 05/30/2010 - 6:20pm