Meet the man who provides the perfect soundbite for every news story
In short: Since the mid-1990s, one man has become a reliable fixture in American news, appearing as the quintessential 'man on the street' for hundreds of different reports.
The video explores the phenomenon of Gregory Packer, a man who has been quoted by American newspapers hundreds of times over the last two decades. Whether the topic is the Iraq War or the Star Wars films, Packer has maintained a staggering level of consistency as a source for the 'everyman' perspective.
His presence in the media is a subject of debate; while some media members mock his frequent appearances, others praise his dedication to being the first person to arrive at newsworthy events.
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