Acting

George Kirby

Born June 8, 1923 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Died September 30, 1995 · aged 72

George Kirby (June 8, 1923 – September 30, 1995) was an American comedian, singer, and actor from Chicago, Illinois. Kirby broke into show business in the 1940s at the Club DeLisa, a South Side establishment that employed a variety-show format and preferred to hire local singers, dancers, and comedians. His first recording was as a stand-up blues singer, performing "Ice Man Blues" on a Tom Archia…

Known For

Trouble in MindTrouble in Mind · 1985
Trouble in Mind
5.81985
MovieCrimeDrama
The lives of an ex-con, a coffee-shop owner, and a young couple looking to make it rich intersect in the hypnotic Rain City.
Leonard Part 6Leonard Part 6 · 1987
Leonard Part 6
2.91987
MovieActionComedy
After separating from his wife, Leonard Parker quit the spy business and became a restaurateur. His wife refuses to speak with him, and his daughter, who changes her career more often than her clothes, has begun dating a man old enough to be Leonard's father! On top of it all, the government has asked him to come back and save the world again.
A Man Called AdamA Man Called Adam · 1966
A Man Called Adam
6.51966
MovieMusicDrama
A famous jazz trumpeter finds himself unable to cope with the problems of everyday life.
Cameo by NightCameo by Night · 1987
Cameo by Night
9.01987
Movie
Failed TV pilot about Jennifer, a police secretary who goes undercover as rock fan Cameo to search the music scene for a serial killer who preys upon teens at music venues. Her handler is police detective Bellflower.
The Special London Bridge SpecialThe Special London Bridge Special · 1972
The Special London Bridge Special
8.01972
MovieTV MovieComedy
In 1972, the Arizona State Park bought the London Bridge. Tom Jones (as himself) is magically transported to the bridge's new location where he, befuddled, sings with other celebrities, has adventures and gets kidnapped by “the villain”.
Puss in BootsPuss in Boots · 1985
Puss in Boots
5.01985
MovieFantasyTV Movie
A young man (Gregory Hines) journeys from rags-to-riches thanks to his talented Puss in Boots (Ben Vereen). Starring Ben Vereen, Gregory Hines, Alfre Woodard, George Kirby, and Brock Peters. Narrated by Shelley Duvall.
Sunset LimousineSunset Limousine · 1983
Sunset Limousine
4.51983
MovieComedy
Alan O'Black is a comic who wants to hit it big. But his endless attempts at stardom have worn down his relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Julie. Thinking she'll give him another chance if he gets a real job, Alan gets a gig as a limo driver, which promptly lands him in a slew of trouble when he meets and gets involved in the hijinks of a crooked entrepreneur, Bradley Coleman.
Beverly Hills BratsBeverly Hills Brats · 1989
Beverly Hills Brats
5.01989
MovieComedy
A rich young boy arranges to be kidnapped so he'll get more attention from his parents.

Filmography

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FameFame · 1982
Fame
6.81982
SeriesDrama
An American television series originally produced between 1982 and 1987. The show is based on the 1980 motion picture of the same name. With a mixture of drama and music, it followed the lives of the students and faculty at the New York City High School for the Performing Arts. Although fictional, it was based heavily on the actual Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York. Most interior scenes were filmed in Hollywood, California, and in all seasons but the third, several exterior scenes were shot on location in New York City. The popularity of the series, particularly in the UK, led to several hit records and live concert tours by the cast. Despite its success, very few of the actors maintained high-profile careers after the series was cancelled. A number of the cast members were seen again briefly in Bring Back...Fame, a reunion special made for British television in 2008.