Dr. Will Kirby, known for his remarkable 25-year journey in reality television, has decided to hang up his reality TV hat. As the chief medical officer at Laser Away, the nation's leading aesthetic dermatology group, Dr. Kirby has juggled his professional career with his passion for reality TV. His journey began with a triumphant win on Season 2 of "Big Brother" in 2001. Recently, he returned to the spotlight on "Deal or No Deal Island," marking his comeback after a 14-year break from reality competition television.
On "Deal or No Deal Island," Dr. Kirby made headlines with his strategic gameplay and unconventional tactics. He set what he called a "weasel trap" by pretending to catch a weasel, which caused significant confusion among the contestants. This clever maneuver allowed him to take the first offer while facing the Banker, a bold decision that no contestant had dared before. However, this move stirred emotions among his fellow contestants when he later undid the not-officially-accepted deal.
"So when I set the weasel trap by purposely pushing the button — knowing that because I read the rules that it wouldn't be accepted until I made it official — two people in particular got extremely upset." – Dr. Will
Despite the controversy, Dr. Kirby's sense of humor shone through, even when he faced personal health challenges during the show. With a medical background, he self-diagnosed himself with typhoid and endured severe symptoms such as sweating and vomiting during one of the Temples.
"Dry cough, intractable diarrhea, projectile vomiting. I want to remind you, although the camp is luxurious, the bathroom is a porta-potty and it's a quarter-mile away." – Dr. Will
"During one of the Temples, I was just profusely sweating and vomiting," – Dr. Will
Dr. Kirby's respect for his fellow contestants, including Parvati and Australian Dave, remained evident throughout his time on the island. He expressed gratitude for the camaraderie and competition that characterized his reality TV experience.
In a heartfelt message to fans, Dr. Kirby announced his retirement from reality television, emphasizing his appreciation for the support he received over the years.
"My statement to the fans is, I've had an amazing 25-year run. It's been incredible. I hope I made you laugh a little bit, or get angry a little bit, or have some sort of visceral feeling about me. I hope I gave you that little bit of entertainment, but you are never going to see me again. I am riding off into the sunset." – Dr. Will
His departure marks the end of an era, as he shifts focus toward new pursuits beyond reality TV. Dr. Kirby's legacy as a reality star remains significant, characterized by his wit, strategic prowess, and ability to entertain viewers.
"I did make a deal with Dr. Will today," – David Genat
