However, his Disney career came to an end when studio executives discovered he was gay.
“He was with Hedda Hopper, the legendary columnist,” Kirk said.
I never forgot that.
That’s the nicest compliment he ever gave me."
The Heartbreaking Death Of Old Yeller Actor Tommy Kirk
Tommy Kirk, known for his roles in Disney classics like "Old Yeller, "The Shaggy Dog," and "Son of Flubber," passed away in his home on September 28, 2021.
