Cult actor Donald Gibb, known for playing the unforgettable \u201cOgre\u201d in the 1980s favorite Revenge of the Nerds, has passed away at 71.According to TMZ, who spoke to his son, Travis, Gibb died Tuesday evening due to ongoing health complications at his home in Texas. The son said Donald was surrounded by family at the time of his passing.Moreover, the son said Donald loved the Lord and his family, friends, and fans with all his heart. The family has asked for prayers and privacy during this difficult time. adding that their father will be missed and forever remembered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Born in August 1954 in New York City, Donald Gibb pursued a sports career at first, playing college football and briefly spending time with the San Diego Chargers. However, an injury led him to change his course in life and pursue an acting career.He earned his breakthrough in the 1980 action comedy Any Which Way You Can, directed by Clint Eastwood. Some years later, Donad Gibb starred in the cult classic Revenge of the Nerds, starring as the unforgettable character \u201cOgre.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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