Kim had a blazing intensity that inspired everyone -- writers, producers, actors and crew. "Kick it in the ass!" he'd say to us. And "I love you," really meaning it. As long as he'd been a director, he never lost his passion for his work. Every time he got a script, he gave it his all. He was driven to execute what he saw in his mind's eye in the most powerful and beautiful way he could. On "The X-Files," the friendly sparring between Kim and Rob Bowman to see who could out-direct the other was a beautiful competition between two fiercely talented friends. Kim was an incredible force of life. It is hard for me to believe or accept that he is gone.

Everyone at 'Supernatural' is walking around in a daze, shocked and absolutely devastated. Kim was a brilliant director; more than that, he was a mentor and friend. He was one of the patriarchs of the family, and we miss him desperately. He gave so much to 'Supernatural,' and everything we do on the show, now and forever, is in memory of him.

Prolific director Kim Manners, beloved to fans of The X-Files and Supernatural for his skilled and innovative directing style, passed away on 25 January, 2009. To honour the firecracker genius we lost all too soon, we invite our fellow Manners fans to contribute any amount they are able beginning on 26 January, 2009. The funds will be collected and donated to The American Lung Association, In Memoriam of Kim Manners, from his community of fans.

To contribute to the fund, please visit http://allthings.inspiredbygillian.com/.

Thank You,
Inspired By Gillian