Rene Kirby

Rene Kirby (February 27, 1955 – July 11, 2025) was an American film and television actor. He was best known for his performance in the Farrelly Brothers' film Shallow Hal. In this film he played the role of Walt, a man who, like Kirby himself, was born with spina bifida. Kirby died on July 11, 2025, at the age of 70.^[1]

Rene Kirby
Born	(1955-02-27)February 27, 1955 Burlington, Vermont, U.S.
Died	July 11, 2025(2025-07-11) (aged 70) Burlington, Vermont, U.S.
Occupation	Actor
Years active	2001–2005

Film and television appearances

• Shallow Hal (2001) - Walt
• Stuck on You (2003) - Phil Rupp
• Carnivàle (Episode titled "The Road to Damascus" in 2005) - Hoppy