Buonanotte Bruno

Good evening,

In some sad news from the movie world, veteran character actor Bruno Kirby has passed away after battling Leukemia, he was 57 years old. Born Bruno Giovanni Quidaciolu in New York City, to a prominent movie industry family, Mr. Kirby succeeded in making his mark in Hollywood.

The extent of his work might surprise some, but he was one of those actors who just made a film better by being there, with the ability to add a likeable quality to the characters he played.

His roles included parts in: Crash, The Godfather II, Modern Romance, Donnie Brasco, City Slickers, The Freshman, Sleepers, Good Morning Vietnam, This is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally, Stuart Little, The Basketball Diaries, Hoffa, We're No Angels, Borderline, Cinderella Liberty, even the original television pilot episode of the long running show M*A*S*H. Truly impressive, coincidentally that list includes 2 of my all time favorite movies, and several others that I've seen many times.

To his family and loved ones, I wish them peace in knowing he won't be forgotten, and will be missed.

Rest well Bruno, peace unto you in the arms of God, and thanks for all of the fine work you did.

Buonanotte.