Who Was Donald Gibb? 5 Things About the ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ Actor Who Died

Summary: Donald Gibb, the actor famous for playing Ogre in Revenge of the Nerds and Ray Jackson in Bloodsport, has died at age 71. He passed away on May 12, 2026, after dealing with ongoing health problems. Before acting, Gibb played college football and even made the San Diego Chargers roster. However, a bad car accident ended his sports career. He pivoted to acting and became a beloved 1980s movie star. Off-screen, he was a gentle family man, married for over 40 years, and a proud great-grandfather.

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