He was. (edited by) Casting By Production Design by Amy Smart was born in Topanga Canyon, California, to Judy, who worked at a museum, and John Boden Smart, a salesman. Varsity Blues: Directed by Brian Robbins. Smart also played a role in Dee Snider's Strangeland in . His Television credits include "Touched By An Angel . Smart was a relatively new arrival when she first gained notice for her supporting roles in the 1999 hit teen films Varsity Blues (1999) and Outside Providence (1999). June 19, 2016 Ron Lester, an actor, best known for his work in the movie "Varsity Blues," who struggled with obesity throughout his life, died on Friday in Dallas. Both are now remembered for other roles Walker as. Actor Ron Lester, who portrayed Billy Bob in the 1999 football movie "Varsity Blues," died Friday evening in Dallas, Texas, according to his representative Dave Bradley. He was 45. . Ron Lester, the actor best known for his part as rough-and-tumble Billy Bob in the 1999 teen football flick Varsity Blues, died in Dallas just before 9 p.m. on Friday, June 17.He was 45. He was 45. film loader: "b" camera David Brink . She has German, English, and Irish ancestry. The Georgia-born actor had been hospitalized for Ron Lester, who played the oversized offensive guard Billy Bob in the 1999 high school football flick "Varsity Blues," died Friday after suffering liver and kidney failure, his agent said. His agent, Dave Bradley, confirmed . Ron Lester (August 4, 1970 - June 17, 2016) was an American actor. He was 45. Ron Lester, best known for playing Billy Bob in the 1999 James Van Der Beek-starring film Varsity Blues, died tonight in Dallas after battling liver and kidney ailments. 1997-2016. Directed by Brian Robbins . John Lamparski/Getty Images. Her first role in film was in director Martin Kunert's anthology horror film Campfire Tales, followed by a minor part in Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers (1997). See full bio . Ron Lester (August 4, 1970 - June 17, 2016) was an American actor. Tiffany C. Love is an actress, known for Varsity Blues (1999). Jon . Remembering Bo Hopkins: Actor Died at 87. . Ali Larter, Actress: Final Destination. More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro. Here is a list of allegations against every parent charged in the admissions scandal, and where their cases stand Amy Lysle Smart (born March 26, 1976) is an American actress. CHRIS KLEIN WAS UP FOR MOX. Amazing Movie Roles That Almost Went To Other Actors 9. Here are some facts about the movie to read before you decide you don't want this life. The 'Varsity Blues' Actor Was Very Young. Dave Bradley, Lester's agent, confirmed to ET that the actor died at 8:57 p.m. local time in Dallas, his fiance . by Karen Fratti. Her first professional acting job was a role on the television series Chicago Sons (1997). Amy Lysle Smart (born March 26, 1976) is an American actress. After a lifelong struggle with obesity, Varsity Blues actor Ron Lester was confirmed dead on Friday evening. Contents 1 Early life 2 Career 3 Personal life 4 Filmography 4.1 Film 4.2 Short films 4.3 Television 5 References 6 External links Early life His death was. Check out what has happened to the "Varsity Blues" cast in the 18 years since its . The movie was a career launcher for Paul Walker, who rose to prominence with his recurring roles in "The Fast and The Furious" franchise before his death in 2013. Here's what the cast of Varsity Blues has been up to since the movie. A native of Los Angeles, Smart began her career modeling in Italy and subsequently enrolled in acting school.. Back in 1999, before Friday Night Lights, the coming-of-age sports drama Varsity Blues told the story of a high school football team overcoming the injury of their star quarterback in a football obsessed town. video assist operator Sarah Bowman . (Video still) "Varsity Blues" actor Ron Lester is dead, according to multiple reports. "It was an honor to be part of the cast of Varsity Blues and co-star with Paul," says Eliel. Amy Smart, Actress: Rat Race. Obese since 5 years old, by the time he was 30 years old, Ron weighed 508 pounds. Smart also played a role in Dee Snider's Strangeland in . He was 45. gallery. The death of "Varsity Blues" and "Popular" star Ron Lester, who died Friday at age 45, has prompted a flood of tributes from his costars, with Leslie Bibb, Christopher Gorham . Tim Kenneally | June 18, 2016 @ 11:02 AM Getty Images The death of "Varsity Blues" and "Popular" star Ron Lester, who died Friday at age 45, has prompted a flood of tributes from his costars, with. He was 45. She received her breakthrough in the high school football drama Varsity Blues (1999) which included her infamous whipped. So reads the tag line for 1999 cult high school football film Varsity Blues.Well, the crew from West Canaan in Texas may have started off relatively unknown, but did any of the cast from director . Check out what the cast members. He was also cast as Seidleman, a small . Check out what has happened to the "Varsity Blues" cast in the 18 years since its . Ron Lester, the actor known best for the film "Varsity Blues," died June. A Kennesaw native, Lester was perhaps best known for his role as an offensive lineman in the 1999 movie "Varsity Blues.". Varsity Blues star Ron Lester died Friday in Dallas of organ failure. Eliel Swinton Estimated Net Worth: $500 Thousand. He managed to bag himself bigger roles as he grew, appearing in Touched by an Angel and Varsity Blues. (directed by) Writing Credits ( WGA) W. Peter Iliff . Here's what the cast of Varsity Blues has been up to since the movie. Eight actors screen tested for the lead, including American Pie star Chris . Born in Bremerton, Washington. PHOTOS: Most Shocking Celebrity Deaths of All Time Scott Caan, Ron Lester, Jon Voight, Paul Walker, Eliel Swinton and James Van Der Beek in 1999's 'Varsity Blues.' Lester previously battled health. The film boasted a very impressive cast from veteran iconic actors to the best up and comers as well as James Van Der Beek in the midst of his Dawson's Creek fame. James Van Der Beek as Johnny "Mox" Moxon. He died of organ failure, said his agent, Dave Bradley . The . Joe started working locally in Seattle on videos and commercials. He was 45. He was best known for his roles in the films Varsity Blues, Not Another Teen Movie, Good Burger, and the television series Popular. (written by) Cast (in credits order) complete, awaiting verification Produced by Music by Mark Isham Cinematography by Chuck Cohen . CNN Actor Ron Lester, who portrayed Billy Bob in the 1999 football movie "Varsity Blues," died Friday evening in Dallas, Texas, according to his representative Dave Bradley. Ron Lester, the actor known best for the film "Varsity Blues," died June 17, 2016, of organ failure, according to multiple news sources. Hollywood hired him as the lovable fat kid but his health was in serious danger. He was also cast as Seidleman, a small recurring role on another influential TV series, "Freaks and Geeks" (1999 - 2000). "It was an honor to be part of the cast of Varsity Blues and co-star with Paul," says Eliel. June 18, 2016 12:50PM ET Actor Ron Lester, Billy Bob from 'Varsity Blues,' Dead at 45 'Not Another Teen Movie' star dies following liver and kidney failure By Daniel Kreps Actor Ron Lester, who. He was 45. gallery . Eliel Swinton, who played Wendell Brown ( left ), echoed Lester's sentiments. His death was . Roger Basquette . He was 45. Joe Pichler, Actor: Varsity Blues. Ron Lester, who played the oversized offensive guard Billy Bob in the 1999 high school football flick "Varsity Blues," died Friday after suffering liver and kidney failure, his agent said. With James Van Der Beek, Jon Voight, Paul Walker, Ron Lester. Born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Ali began modeling at age thirteen, and traveled the world before moving to Los Angeles to study acting. Ron Lester, an actor, best known for his work in the movie "Varsity Blues," who struggled with obesity throughout his life, died on Friday in Dallas. "I remember all of us . Jon Voight - Coach Bud Kilmer Jon Voight is one of the best-known actors on this list since his resume extends well before and. director of photography (as Charles Cohen) Film Editing by Ned Bastille . Dallas, Texas, U.S. The movie came out at a time when two of its male leads, Paul Walker and James Van Der Beek, were just starting off in their respective careers. "Tonight m He was 45. June 18, 2016. In Varsity Blues, football was a way of life for the characters and . "I remember all of us . Varsity Blues Photos 53 Top cast James Van Der Beek as Mox Jon Voight as Coach Kilmer Paul Walker as Lance Harbor Ron Lester as Billy Bob Scott Caan as Tweeter Richard Lineback as Joe Harbor Tiffany C. Love as Collette Harbor Amy Smart as Julie Harbor Eliel Swinton as Wendell Thomas F. Duffy as Sam Moxon (as Thomas Duffy) Jill Parker-Jones 1. Ron Lester, the "Varsity Blues" actor who struggled with obesity throughout his life, died Friday in Dallas of organ failure. Tonie Has 27 Credits In Her Filmography. He was 45. Her first role in film was in director Martin Kunert's anthology horror film Campfire Tales, followed by a minor part in Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers (1997). Play trailer with sound 2:29. A back-up quarterback is chosen to lead a Texas football team to victory after the star quarterback is injured. He was best known for his roles in the films Varsity Blues, Not Another Teen Movie, Good Burger, and the television series Popular. Actor Ron Lester, famous for playing the iconic role of Billy Bob in the 1999 football film, Varsity Blues, died on Friday evening from liver and kidney failure. A native of Los Angeles, Smart began her career modeling in Italy and subsequently enrolled in acting school.. second assistant photographer: "b" camera He moved to Los Angeles where he immediately landed a role in The Fan (1996), starring Robert DeNiro and Wesley Snipes. Although he has 85 acting credits and has appeared in many major series and films, his lack of starring roles has left him with an estimated net worth of $800 thousand. James Van Der Beek stars in Varsity Blues as Mox, who has to choose between reveling in his newfound status as his school's . Actor. + Add or change photo on IMDbPro . In 2000, he was cast in Beethoven's 3rd and reprised his role in a year later for Beethoven . He was 45. Getty Images. Occupation. Perensky made her first big-screen appearance by playing the role of Edison Girl alongside John Hawkes and S. Kathleen Feigny in the 1988 crime thriller movie, Murder Rap. His agent . Other film roles quickly followed. Years active. Eliel Swinton, who played Wendell Brown ( left ), echoed Lester's sentiments. Gregg DeGuire/WireImage Show More Show Less 32 of 62 Walker died in a fiery car crash on Nov. 30, 2013. . She did not appear in another role for the next two years until 1991 when she began a decade-long stint onscreen. Gregg DeGuire/WireImage Show More Show Less 32 of 62 Walker died in a fiery car crash on Nov. 30, 2013. . June 19, 2016. Ron Lester gained celebrity status at an early stage in his career, but his draw in Hollywood seemed to be based on one physical characteristic: his weight. His agent Dave Bradley said he died Friday with his fiancee by his side after four months in the. Ron Lester, Actor: Varsity Blues.