Despite his appearance as a kindly Southern gentleman, Colonel Kyle K. Kirby is a ruthless, cold-blooded killer proficient with most weapons, especially the bullwhip. Portrayed by John Dehner [Episode #118: "Smart Fell on Alabama"]. Reality Check: Colonel Kirby and his Tennessee Fricassee Frog Legs parody Colonel Sanders, founder of the Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurant chain.