The comedian George Kirby passed away at age 72, respectable.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Comedian, blues singer, and dancer who was one of the first African-American performers to cross over to mainstream audiences. In 1972 he was given his own sketch and variety show, the George Kirby Comedy House.
He first performed in local South Side Chicago clubs in the 1940s.
He is known for his appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Dean Martin Show, and The Jackie Gleason Show, where he often did impressions of both black and white celebrities.
How did George Kirby die?
Parkinson's Disease caused George Kirby's death in 1995.
On September 30, 1995, Kirby died of Parkinson’s disease at a nursing home in Las Vegas.
| Cause of death | Parkinson's Disease |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 72 years |
| Profession | Comedian |
| Birthday | June 8, 1923 |
| Death date | September 30, 1995 |
| Place of death | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Place of burial | N/A |
