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One of the most devastating moments in “Remember the Titans” is linebacker Gerry Bertier’s car accident. The Titans have just won their way to the State Championship. Gerry cruises down the main street, waving as folks cheer him on. He becomes distracted and is broadsided by an oncoming truck. This results in Gerry being paralyzed and missing the chance to play in the State Championship game.
This event leads to a very heartfelt scene performed by Ryan Hurst, who plays Gerry, and Wood Harris, who plays Julius. Julius and Gerry have formed a strong friendship throughout the season, and Julius takes the news of his friend never walking again hard. Both actors have great respect for each other and what they each brought to that hospital scene. Hurst told GQ, “If you watch his performance, it’s so nuanced, it’s so brilliant, it’s so eloquent. After those first couple lines, and you see this innocence and gentleness, it’s master calligraphy brushstrokes. It’s so beautiful.”
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Sadly, the real-life Bertier was paralyzed in a car accident, but it happened after the championship game, which he was able to play in. According to the Observer-Reporter, Bertier’s accident happened as he was driving home from the team’s banquet, where he was honored as the defensive MVP.
