American actor
Rene Kirby Dead: 'Shallow Hal' Actor Was 70: Rene Kirby, an actor who appeared in "Shallow Hal" and "Stuck on You," died on July 11.
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Key FactsRene Kirby, Known for Shallow Hal, Dies Aged 70
Jul 24, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- His brother Jon announced that Kirby died on July 11 at University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont.
- According to the report, Kirby had been hospitalized for two months with kidney, bladder, and esophageal problems, as well as infections.
- Kirby had spina bifida and could not use his legs; health problems prevented him riding his hand-crank tricycle since autumn 2024.
- After meeting Peter Farrelly in 1999, Kirby received a role written for him in Shallow Hal, followed by appearances in Stuck on You and Carnivale.
He's got a zest for life that is contagious and he's extremely funny. He grasps the world and runs with it.— Peter Farrelly, describing Kirby in 2001 (per the Burlington Free Press)
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