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 . 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. Varsity Blues star Ron Lester died Friday in Dallas of organ failure. 1997-2016. Both are now remembered for other roles Walker as. Actor. He was 45. 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. Eliel Swinton Estimated Net Worth: $500 Thousand. "It was an honor to be part of the cast of Varsity Blues and co-star with Paul," says Eliel. He was 45. Here's what the cast of Varsity Blues has been up to since the movie. See full bio . He was 45. Dallas, Texas, U.S. Occupation. 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. He was 45. (directed by) Writing Credits ( WGA) W. Peter Iliff . Years active. 1. A native of Los Angeles, Smart began her career modeling in Italy and subsequently enrolled in acting school.. Ron Lester, the actor known best for the film "Varsity Blues," died June 17, 2016, of organ failure, according to multiple news sources. by Karen Fratti. Dave Bradley, Lester's agent, confirmed to ET that the actor died at 8:57 p.m. local time in Dallas, his fiance . CHRIS KLEIN WAS UP FOR MOX. Amy Lysle Smart (born March 26, 1976) is an American actress. The . Joe started working locally in Seattle on videos and commercials. Amazing Movie Roles That Almost Went To Other Actors 9. 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. After a lifelong struggle with obesity, Varsity Blues actor Ron Lester was confirmed dead on Friday evening. 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. Remembering Bo Hopkins: Actor Died at 87. . A Kennesaw native, Lester was perhaps best known for his role as an offensive lineman in the 1999 movie "Varsity Blues.". He was 45. . 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. A back-up quarterback is chosen to lead a Texas football team to victory after the star quarterback is injured. With James Van Der Beek, Jon Voight, Paul Walker, Ron Lester. Ron Lester, Actor: Varsity Blues. Check out what the cast members. Gregg DeGuire/WireImage Show More Show Less 32 of 62 Walker died in a fiery car crash on Nov. 30, 2013. . Eight actors screen tested for the lead, including American Pie star Chris . Check out what has happened to the "Varsity Blues" cast in the 18 years since its . In Varsity Blues, football was a way of life for the characters and . "Tonight m Other film roles quickly followed. 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. (Video still) "Varsity Blues" actor Ron Lester is dead, according to multiple reports. He was. Tonie Has 27 Credits In Her Filmography. His agent, Dave Bradley, confirmed . Joe Pichler, Actor: Varsity Blues. He moved to Los Angeles where he immediately landed a role in The Fan (1996), starring Robert DeNiro and Wesley Snipes. He was 45. John Lamparski/Getty Images. "It was an honor to be part of the cast of Varsity Blues and co-star with Paul," says Eliel. His agent . He was 45. second assistant photographer: "b" camera Ron Lester (August 4, 1970 - June 17, 2016) was an American actor. Ron Lester, the "Varsity Blues" actor who struggled with obesity throughout his life, died Friday in Dallas of organ failure. James Van Der Beek as Johnny "Mox" Moxon. (edited by) Casting By Production Design by He was 45. gallery. Ron Lester, the actor known best for the film "Varsity Blues," died June. + Add or change photo on IMDbPro . She did not appear in another role for the next two years until 1991 when she began a decade-long stint onscreen. Amy Smart was born in Topanga Canyon, California, to Judy, who worked at a museum, and John Boden Smart, a salesman. Eliel Swinton, who played Wendell Brown ( left ), echoed Lester's sentiments. 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. 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 death was . The 'Varsity Blues' Actor Was Very Young. Check out what has happened to the "Varsity Blues" cast in the 18 years since its . Ali Larter, Actress: Final Destination. Jon . June 19, 2016. He was 45. gallery . Ron Lester (August 4, 1970 - June 17, 2016) was an American actor. Her first professional acting job was a role on the television series Chicago Sons (1997). 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, 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. He was best known for his roles in the films Varsity Blues, Not Another Teen Movie, Good Burger, and the television series Popular. James Van Der Beek stars in Varsity Blues as Mox, who has to choose between reveling in his newfound status as his school's . 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). Here are some facts about the movie to read before you decide you don't want this life. He was 45. Roger Basquette . Obese since 5 years old, by the time he was 30 years old, Ron weighed 508 pounds. He was 45. He managed to bag himself bigger roles as he grew, appearing in Touched by an Angel and Varsity Blues. 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 . 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. 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. Hollywood hired him as the lovable fat kid but his health was in serious danger. 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. 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). 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. film loader: "b" camera David Brink . Jon Voight - Coach Bud Kilmer Jon Voight is one of the best-known actors on this list since his resume extends well before and. Eliel Swinton, who played Wendell Brown ( left ), echoed Lester's sentiments. Directed by Brian Robbins . In 2000, he was cast in Beethoven's 3rd and reprised his role in a year later for Beethoven . director of photography (as Charles Cohen) Film Editing by Ned Bastille . 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. 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 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, 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. 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. "I remember all of us . Here's what the cast of Varsity Blues has been up to since the movie. Varsity Blues: Directed by Brian Robbins. Amy Smart, Actress: Rat Race. 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. Tiffany C. Love is an actress, known for Varsity Blues (1999). Smart also played a role in Dee Snider's Strangeland in . June 18, 2016. A native of Los Angeles, Smart began her career modeling in Italy and subsequently enrolled in acting school.. The Georgia-born actor had been hospitalized for Play trailer with sound 2:29. She received her breakthrough in the high school football drama Varsity Blues (1999) which included her infamous whipped. His Television credits include "Touched By An Angel . He died of organ failure, said his agent, Dave Bradley . More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro. 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 Smart also played a role in Dee Snider's Strangeland in . video assist operator Sarah Bowman . His death was. Gregg DeGuire/WireImage Show More Show Less 32 of 62 Walker died in a fiery car crash on Nov. 30, 2013. . Getty Images. She has German, English, and Irish ancestry. "I remember all of us . Born in Bremerton, Washington. 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 . 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. 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). His agent Dave Bradley said he died Friday with his fiancee by his side after four months in the. He was also cast as Seidleman, a small recurring role on another influential TV series, "Freaks and Geeks" (1999 - 2000). He was also cast as Seidleman, a small .