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Bruno Kirby R.I.P.
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In this undated photo provided by CBS,
Bruno Kirby appears in character as
attorney Barry Scheck from the 2000
television movie "American Tragedy".
Kirby, a veteran character actor who
costarred in "When Harry Met Sally,"
"City Slickers" and many other films,
has died at age 57, his wife said
Tuesday Aug. 15, 2006.
(AP Photo/CBS via New York Daily News)
City Slickers' Actor Bruno Kirby Dies
By JEREMIAH MARQUEZ
Associated Press Writer
August 16, 2006, 7:39 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES -- Bruno Kirby, a veteran character actor known for playing the best friend in two of Billy Crystal's biggest comedies, "When Harry Met Sally" and "City Slickers," has died. He was 57.
Kirby died Monday in Los Angeles from complications related to leukemia, his wife Lynn Sellers said in a statement Tuesday. He had been recently diagnosed with the disease.
"We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support we have received from Bruno's fans and colleagues who have admired and respected his work over the past 30 years," his wife said. "Bruno's spirit will continue to live on not only in his rich body of film and television work but also through the lives of individuals he has touched throughout his life."
Born Bruno Giovanni Quidaciolu in 1949 in New York City, he was the son of actor Bruce Kirby. His early work included the 1971 film "Young Graduates," as well as appearances on the television show "Room 222" and the made-for-TV movie "The Summer Without Boys."
In 1974, he scored a role in "The Godfather: Part II," which won several Academy Awards, including best picture. In the film, Kirby played young "Pete Clemenza," following Richard S. Castellano's role in the first installment.
Over the next few years, Kirby made various TV appearances, including "Fame" and "Hill Street Blues," before landing the role of "2nd Lt. Steven Hauk" in Robin Williams' "Good Morning, Vietnam."
That was followed two years later by the romantic comedy "When Harry Met Sally," in which Kirby played Crystal's best friend. In 1991, Kirby once again appeared as Crystal's cheery friend in "City Slickers," -- along for a mid-life adventure driving cattle on a dude ranch.
He also appeared in 1997's "Donnie Brasco," and recently in an episode of the HBO hit series "Entourage."
Along with his wife and father, Kirby is survived by his stepmother Roz Kirby, brother John Kirby and stepbrother Brad Sullivan.
No information on funeral arrangements was immediately available.
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He was a character actor I always enjoyed.
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Goddammit. Now I understand why he had fake hair the last time I saw him on tv.
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Originally Posted by Dakar
Goddammit. Now I understand why he had fake hair the last time I saw him on tv.
When was that, in an episode of "Entourage?"
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I didn't know this is his dad! I always liked his work, too!
Sometimes Credited As: Bruce Kirby Sr.
Bruce Kirby is most familiar to "Columbo" fans as Sgt. Kramer. Kramer always falls for the killer's phony clues. In contrast to Columbo, Kramer sees only the obvious and his mind never leaps from the conventional. Although lacking any imagination, Kramer is a competent flatfoot who does some of the legwork while Columbo is busy solving the case. When Kramer sees Columbo, he rolls his eyes or shakes his head. When Columbo asks a question that seems off-beat, Kramer stares at Columbo incredulously. Kramer is obviously convinced that Columbo is a madman. Kramer never learns.
Bruce Kirby also appeared with Peter Falk in the movie "Happy New Year" (1987).
Biographical:
Real name: Bruno Giovanni Quidaciolu Sr
Date of birth (location)
24 April 19??, New York, New York, USA.
Father of Bruno Kirby, Jr. ("City Slickers")
who also appeared in "Columbo: By Dawn's Early Light"
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i remember him from When Harry Met Sally - RIP dude
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He had a great part in "Spinal Tap" but most of it was cut out. It's on the DVD, fortunately.
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He was a great Clemenza in 'Godfather II' Really held his own with DeNiro. And then again, with Brando in 'The Freshman.' He'll be well remembered.
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oddly enough I remember him from the basketball diaries, played a sick pedophile
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