Kirby Morrow

Canadian actor (1973–2020) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Kirby Robert Morrow (August 28, 1973[1] – November 18, 2020[2]) was a Canadian actor, comedian and writer. In animation, he was known as the voice of Miroku from InuYasha, its four movies, and Inuyasha: The Final Act, Van Fanel from the Ocean dub of Escaflowne, Cyclops from X-Men: Evolution, Jay from Class of the Titans, Teru Mikami from Death Note, Trowa Barton from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, Rey Za Burrel from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Ryo Takatsuki from Project ARMS, Goku from Ocean Productions' dub of Dragon Ball Z (from Episode 160 onwards), Hot Shot from Transformers: Cybertron and his main role as Cole from LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu until Seabound. On camera, he was known for the recurring role of Captain Dave Kleinman from Stargate Atlantis.[3]

Born
Kirby Robert Morrow

(1973-08-28)August 28, 1973
Jasper, Alberta, Canada
DiedNovember 18, 2020(2020-11-18) (aged 47)
Resting place
Cremated; ashes scattered into the ocean near Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia
Occupations
  • Actor
  • comedian
  • writer
Quick facts Born, Died ...
Kirby Morrow
Morrow in 2008
Born
Kirby Robert Morrow

(1973-08-28)August 28, 1973
Jasper, Alberta, Canada
DiedNovember 18, 2020(2020-11-18) (aged 47)
Resting place
Cremated; ashes scattered into the ocean near Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia
Occupations
  • Actor
  • comedian
  • writer
Years active1994–2020
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Life and career

Morrow was born in Jasper, Alberta on August 28, 1973, to Dawn and Thomas Morrow,[4] and graduated with a degree in theatre at Mount Royal University in Calgary.[5] He worked in Vancouver, British Columbia, for most of his acting career. Morrow's grandfather, Robert Morrow, was born in Poyntzpass, Ireland in 1902, to Robert Morrow and Susan Davison. He married Alice McTague, from County Antrim.[6][7][8][9]

Death

Morrow died at the age of 47 on November 18, 2020.[10] His death was announced on Facebook by his brother, Casey Morrow, and linked to a long history of alcohol abuse.[3][11][12][13]

On December 4, 2020, Casey established the Kirby Morrow Memorial Scholarship Fund to help others pursue education in the performing arts.[14]

Morrow was cremated and his ashes scattered into the ocean near Stanley Park.[15]

Filmography

Live-action

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List of acting performances in film and television
Year Title Role Notes
1996Stand Against FearNelson DoyleTelevision film
1997SombrioDrive
1997Moment of Truth: Into the Arms of DangerMan At Truck StopTelevision film
1997ViperTim Vernon
1997Breaker HighPhilippe
1997–1998Ninja Turtles: The Next MutationMichelangeloVoice[16]
1997–1998The Outer LimitsKirby
1998Playing to Win: A Moment of Truth MovieRyanTelevision film
1998Silencing MaryHead CheerleaderTelevision film
1998Storm Chasers: Revenge of the TwisterStorm Chaser
1998Someone to Love MeRyan
1998Highlander: The RavenMarco BeckerEpisode: "Passion Play"
1998-2002Stargate SG-1Militia Man / Tara'c2 episodes
1999Total Recall 2070Beta Class AndroidEpisode: "Baby Lottery"
1999The Hunt for the Unicorn KillerJohn MadduxTelevision film
1999First WaveQuentin BillupEpisode: "Ohio Players"
1999Jerry's DayJerry
2000MVP: Most Valuable PrimateTiger #1
2001Seven DaysRick HedstromEpisode: "The First Freshman"
2001Avalanche AlleyJakeTelevision film
2001BonesPalmer
2001Special Unit 2Scott CaputoEpisode: "The Wall"
2002Slap Shot 2: Breaking the IceAshDirect-to-video
2002L.A. Law: The MovieYoung ManTelevision film
2002JeremiahAngus DeverauxEpisode: "The Touch"
2003Out of OrderBradMiniseries
2004Behind the Camera: The Unauthorized Story of 'Charlie's Angels'Uncredited
Television film
2005–2006Stargate AtlantisCaptain Dave Kleinman8 episodes
2006Deadly SkiesGuard CarmichaelTelevision film
2007Blood TiesBradyEpisode: "Deadly Departed"
2007GlimpseTroy
2008The Triple EightCatty Platter Guy
2009The L WordRandy GriffEpisode: "Least Likely"
2009Something Evil ComesEdwin VasterTelevision film
2010The BridgeMacEpisode: "The Blame Game"
2010Stargate UniverseCaptain Dave KleinmanEpisode: "Incursion: Part 1"
2010SupernaturalEx-HusbandEpisode: "Two and a Half Men"
2010Life UnexpectedTasha's LawyerEpisode: "Stand Taken"
2011Human TargetEddieEpisode: "Cool Hand Guerrero"
2011Mortal Kombat: LegacyKing JerrodWeb series
2011The Pastor's WifeWalt FreelandTelevision film
2012FringeMaddox & Maddox (Canaan)Episode: "Everything in Its Right Place"
2012ArrowMatt IstookEpisode: "An Innocent Man"
2012Maximum ConvictionMP #2
2014SpooksvilleCoach MacGillisEpisode: "Phone Fear"
2014A Ring by SpringTom HalseyTelevision film
2015OlympusGeneral DionEpisode: "The Temple of Gaia"
2015Cedar CoveDoug LambertEpisode: "Something's Gotta Give"
201512 Rounds 3: LockdownSaul
2015The FlashCoachEpisode: "The Fury of Firestorm"
2016Van HelsingGary2 episodes
2016TravelersHickmanEpisode: "Donner"
2017LegionBennyRecurring
2017DroneDave Wistin
2017The Good DoctorEthanEpisode: "Burnt Food"
2018SupergirlDean Petrocelli3 episodes
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Anime

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List of English dubbing performances in animation
Year Title Role Notes
1999Brain PowerdJonathan Glenn
1999Z-MindAkira
2000Mobile Suit GundamWoody Malden[16]
2000–2001Mobile Suit Gundam WingTrowa Barton
2000–2001The Vision of EscaflowneVan FanelOcean/Bandai dub
2000–2003Dragon Ball ZGokuOcean dub
2002–2006InuyashaMiroku/Son Goku's descendant (2 episodes)[16]
2002–2004Project ARMS seriesRyo Takatsuki[16]
2002HamtaroNoel
2002–2003Transformers: ArmadaRad White
2003–2004MegaMan NT WarriorElecMan.EXE/Speedy DaveAlso Axess[16]
2003Infinite RyviusYuki Aiba[16]
2003Meltylancer: The AnimationDefiant A[16]
2004PopotanDaichi (Adult)Ep7
2004The Family's Defensive AllianceHayakawa / Alpha #1 / Yashiro's Underling
2004–2005Transformers: EnergonRad White[16]
2005Star Ocean EXAllen
2005Tokyo UndergroundSui
2005–2006Transformers: CybertronHot Shot[16]
2005Hikaru no GoIto[16]
2005Starship OperatorsTakai Kiryu[16]
2006–2007Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DestinyRey Za Burrel[16]
2006Ōban Star-RacersPrince Aikka
2006.hack//RootsGord[16]
2007Ayakashi: Samurai Horror TalesZushonosuke Himekawa[16]
2008–2009Mobile Suit Gundam 00Billy Katagiri
2008Death NoteTeru Mikami
2012–2013Inuyasha: The Final ActMiroku
2012KurozukaHasegawa[16]
2016Kingdom seriesZe Gui / Lord Changping / Li Bai
2017Gintama°Tsukuyo (Genderbend)[16]
2020Yashahime: Princess Half-DemonMirokuPremiere: "InuYasha: Since Then" (last role before his death)[16]
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Animation

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List of voice performances in animation
Year Title Role Notes[17]
1998–1999Brats of the Lost NebulaZadam
1999–2001NASCAR RacersRedline
2000–2004Yvon of the YukonTommy Tukyuk, additional voices[16]
2000–2001Kong: The Animated SeriesJason Jenkins
2000–2003X-Men: EvolutionCyclops / Scott Summers
2000Action ManJimmy Woo
2000–2002What About Mimi?Trevor / Additional VoicesEpisode: "Outta Sync"
2001–2002Ultimate Book of Spells
2001–2002Alienators: Evolution ContinuesDr. Ira Kane
2002Mary-Kate and Ashley in Action!Additional Voices
2003Broken SaintsRaimi / Boat Thug #2
2003Hot Wheels: World RaceChuvo
2005Kong: King of AtlantisJason Jenkins
2005Hot Wheels: AcceleRacersShirako Takamoto
2005–2008Class of the TitansJayMain cast[16]
2006–2007Team GalaxyJosh
2007–2010Care Bears: Adventures in Care-a-lotChamp Bear
2011–2021NinjagoCole, additional voicesMain cast[16]
2011–2020 Superbook Adam, additional voices [16]
2012Action DadRico / Taxi Driver[16]
2013SlugterraGame MasterEpisode: "The Thrill of the Game"[16]
2013Lego Star Wars: The Yoda ChroniclesAnakin Skywalker, General Grievous[16]
2013Ultimate Wolverine vs. HulkTony StarkMotion comic[16]
2014EternalsAjak, Iron Man, Orlando, Hospital SupervisorMotion comic[16]
2015Lego Star Wars: Droid TalesAnakin Skywalker, General Grievous, additional voices[16]
2017Nexo KnightsSlab Rockowski1 episode
2019Lego Jurassic World: Legend of Isla NublarLarson Mitchell[16]
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Film

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List of voice and English dubbing performances in films
Year Title Role Notes
2001Gundam Wing: Endless WaltzTrowa Barton
2001Barbie in the NutcrackerNutcracker / Prince EricDirect-to-video[16]
2002EscaflowneVan FanelOcean / Bandai dub[16]
2004 My Scene: Jammin' in Jamaica Hudson [16]
2004Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across TimeMiroku[16]
2004Inuyasha the Movie: The Castle Beyond the Looking Glass
2005Inuyasha the Movie: Swords of an Honorable Ruler
2005Dragons II: The Metal AgesGorhagarTelevision film[16]
2005ArkRogan[16]
2005My Scene Goes Hollywood: The MovieHudsonDirect-to-video[16]
2005Hot Wheels: AcceleRacersShirako TakamotoDirect-to-video[16]
2005 Hot Wheels AcceleRacers: The Speed of Silence [16]
2005 Hot Wheels AcceleRacers: Breaking Point [16]
2005 Hot Wheels AcceleRacers: The Ultimate Race [16]
2006Inuyasha the Movie: Fire on the Mystic IslandMiroku
2006 Kong: Return to the Jungle Jason Jenkins Direct-to-video[16]
2007MosaicMosaic[16]
2008 At Jesus Side Jesus, Vendor [16]
2009Hulk VersusAdditional VoicesUncredited
Direct-to-video
2011 Mobile Suit Gundam 00 the Movie: A Wakening of the Trailblazer Billy Katagiri [16]
2013Escape from Planet EarthHazmats / Baabian Citizens[16]
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Video games

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List of voice and English dubbing performances in video games
Year Title Role Notes
2000KessenHideyori Toyotomi / Hiroie Kikkawa / Hideie Ukita / Tadaoki HosokawaEnglish dub[16]
2002Gundam Battle Assault 2Trowa BartonEnglish dub
2003Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in SpaceDimitriEnglish dub[16]
2004CSI: Dark MotivesClayton Regis[16]
2004Inuyasha: The Secret of the Cursed MaskMirokuEnglish dub[16]
2005Ys: The Ark of NapishtimUr, Seblo, Lolo, CamaraEnglish dub[16]
2005Inuyasha: Feudal CombatMirokuEnglish dub[16]
2005Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the ImperfectsHuman Torch / Johnny Storm
2005Devil KingsAzure DragonEnglish dub[16]
2009Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2Gyunei GussEnglish dub[16]
2011Trinity: Souls of Zill O’llXenetesEnglish dub[16]
2011Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 3Trowa BartonEnglish dub[16]
2017Thimbleweed ParkDave Miller, Chet Lockdown
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