John Kirby, renowned acting coach and actor, passed away on July 15 at age 75 after a three-year battle with ALS, as confirmed by his longtime assistant Nathan Nesbitt.

John Kirby, an actor and acting coach, died Wednesday, three years after being diagnosed with ALS. He was 75.

John Kirby, renowned acting coach and actor, passed away on July 15 at age 75 after a three-year battle with ALS, as confirmed by his longtime assistant Nathan Nesbitt.