Cary Guffey
Biography
Cary Guffey is an American former child actor and financial planner who was born on May 10, 1972, in Douglasville, Georgia, United States. He is best known for his debut in the role of Barry Guiler in the film Close Encounters of the Third Kind, which was released in 1977. His career includes known acting credits in film and television. In his later work, he appeared alongside a sheriff who takes in a special boy played by Guffey who claims to come from space. He is recognized in international film databases and is documented as a male actor with a known background in the United States entertainment industry.
Career overview
Cary Guffey is an American former child actor and financial planner who was born on May 10, 1972, in Douglasville, Georgia, United States. He is best known for his debut in the role of Barry Guiler in the film Close Encounters of the Third Kind, which was released in 1977.
Throughout his acting career, Guffey accumulated known credits in the film industry. His work includes a role where he portrays a special boy who claims to come from space, a character he played alongside a sheriff who attempts to discover the boy's real name.
In addition to his career in acting, Guffey transitioned into a profession as a financial planner. Public records and database entries document his professional background and personal milestones, marking his origins in Douglasville and his enduring recognition for his early film performances.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
11 titles- The Making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' (2001) as Self
- North and South (1985) as Young Billy Hazard
- Poison Ivy (1985) as Timmy Mezzy
- Night Shadows (1984) as Billy
- The Bear (1984) as Grandson Marc
- Chiefs (1983) as Young Billy Lee
- Cross Creek (1983) as Floyd Turner
- Stroker Ace (1983) as Little Doc
- Why Did You Pick On Me? (1980) as H7-25
- The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid (1979) as H7-25
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) as Barry Guiler
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What movies or TV shows is Cary Guffey best known for?
Cary Guffey is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including North and South (1985), Poison Ivy (1985), Dance Moms (2011), Chiefs (1983).
When and where was Cary Guffey born?
Cary Guffey was born on May 10, 1972 in Douglasville, Georgia, USA.
How many credits does Cary Guffey have?
Cary Guffey has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2001.
What is Cary Guffey's background in cinema and television?
Cary Guffey is an American former child actor and financial planner who was born on May 10, 1972, in Douglasville, Georgia, United States. He is best known for his debut in the role of Barry Guiler in the film Close Encounters of the Third Kind, which was released in 1977. His career includes known acting credits in fi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Chiefs (1983) as Young Billy Lee — aged about 11
- North and South (1985) as Young Billy Hazard — aged about 13
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) as Barry Guiler — aged about 5
- Cross Creek (1983) as Floyd Turner — aged about 11
- The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid (1979) as H7-25 — aged about 7
- Why Did You Pick On Me? (1980) as H7-25 — aged about 8
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