Kirby’s namesake sadly has passed away

Kirby’s namesake sadly has passed away

Some sad news sadly everyone. 79 year old John Joseph Kirby, Jr., a prominent attorney in the United States, has passed away.

The origin of the Kirby name

John Joseph Kirby, Jr. is the namesake of Kirby, the pink puffy hero everyone knows and loves today. Nintendo of America decided to name Kirby after him as he was one of their lawyers back in the day.

About John Joseph Kirby Jr

He was most notable for his successful defense for Nintendo against Universal City Studios over the copyright-ability of the character of Donkey Kong in 1984, from which Nintendo subsequently named the character Kirby to honor him.

Sir we salute you for  all you have done for Nintendo and you will forever live on in gaming through the pink pluff. Our condolences and wishes of strength go out to his family and friends.