A homeless Vietnam veteran whom Bernie befriends and equips with a shoe to falsely claim credit for saving crash survivors. John accepts the fame and reward money, using it to help the sick and homeless. Despite ethical doubts, he embraces the inspirational role, survives a staged ledge stunt orchestrated by Bernie, and agrees to continue playing the public hero.
Gale develops romantic feelings for John while managing his public persona.
John's impersonation is tied to legal negotiations involving Judge Goines.
Donna's legal actions indirectly affect John's situation.
Winston monitors John's actions and reports them to Gale.
Chucky films John for television broadcasts.
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