Actor and Acting Coach John Kirby Dies at 75
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Actor and Acting Coach John Kirby Dies at 75

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John Kirby, an actor and acting coach known for his work in the entertainment industry, has died at the age of 75. He passed away on Wednesday after a three-year battle with ALS.

The news was confirmed by Nathan Nesbitt, Kirby’s acting studio manager and assistant of 22 years, via Instagram. Nesbitt announced, “I am here to officially, with a broken heart, announce the passing of our beloved John on the […]”. The post served as the official confirmation of Kirby's death.

Kirby’s career spanned both performing and teaching. He was a working actor while simultaneously dedicating himself to coaching aspiring performers. Details regarding his acting credits were not provided in the source, but it is clear he had an established presence within the industry. The cause of death was attributed to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease, with which he was diagnosed three years prior to his passing.

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