The theater community is mourning one of their own.
Kyle Birch, who starred in the West End production of A Strange Loop, has died, his agent Russell Smith confirmed. He was 26.
“My dear friend and client, Kyle Birch, passed away on the evening of Monday, December 2, 2024,” Smith wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, Dec. 4. “His passing leaves an unfillable void in the lives of all who knew him and in the hearts of those who admired his artistry. Kyle was more than a client or a performer–he was a light in our lives, a cherished friend, and a singular talent. There was only one Kyle.”
He also reflected on Birch’s “remarkable talent” that could “move audiences to tears.”
“His voice wasn’t just beautiful–it was soulful, powerful, and deeply resonant, capable of conveying emotions that stayed with you long after the final note,” Smith wrote. “But beyond his artistry, Kyle was the most tender and lovely man I could ever hope to work with, a gentle and kind-hearted soul whose warmth made every interaction special.”