Sidney Kibrick, 'Our Gang' Star Known as Woim, Dies at 97
Sidney Kibrick, the beloved 'Woim' from the Our Gang (Little Rascals) shorts, has passed away at 97. Discover his journey from child star to real estate mogul.
A piece of Hollywood's golden age has faded away. Sidney Kibrick, the former child actor who became a household name as 'Woim' in the iconic 'Our Gang' shorts, passed away on Saturday at the age of 97.
According to reports from The Hollywood Reporter, Kibrick died in Northridge, California. Born in 1928, his journey into show business began when an agent spotted him at a movie theater during the Great Depression. His parents saw it as a vital opportunity to support the family during those lean years, leading to his debut in the 1933 comedy 'Out All Night'.
The Legacy of Sidney Kibrick in Our Gang
Kibrick joined the Little Rascals crew in 1935, eventually becoming the sidekick to the neighborhood bully, Butch. His character, Woim, was famous for his Brooklyn-accented pronunciation of 'Worm'. Beyond the shorts, he shared the screen with legends like Humphrey Bogart in 'Dead End' and Henry Fonda in 'Jesse James'.
Choosing a Normal Life Over Fame
Despite his success, Kibrick walked away from the limelight at just 11 years old. He told Fox News in 2022 that he'd had enough and wanted a normal life. He went on to attend USC and built a flourishing career in real estate development, proving that there is indeed a fulfilling life after child stardom.
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