Steven R. Kutcher

Steven R Kutcher
PseudonymThe Bug Man of Hollywood
Born(1944-01-09)January 9, 1944
Manhattan, New York, U.S.
MediumFilm
Television
Radio
Live appearances
Watercolor
GenresBug wrangling, bug art
Notable works and rolesArachnophobia, Jurassic Park, Spider-Man (2002)
Websitehttp://BugsAreMyBusiness.com
http://BugArtBySteven.com

Steven R. Kutcher (born January 9, 1944) is an American entomologist who has worked as a "wrangler" of insects and other arthropods in the entertainment industry.[1][2] He has gained media attention as "The Bug Man of Hollywood."[3][4] In recent years, Kutcher has attracted additional notice[5] by using insects as "living brushes" to create "Bug Art," while continuing his work as a naturalist and educator.

  1. ^ Steven R. Kutcher in IMDB
  2. ^ Bugs Are My Business
  3. ^ Bug Man of Hollywood Shares Tips on How to Train Bugs for the Big Screen, KCAL/KCBS TV.
  4. ^ NPR Staff (8 March 2014). "Hollywood Bug Man Understands How Cockroaches Think". Weekend Edition Saturday. NPR.
  5. ^ Thomas, Nick (19 August 2007). "He Lets Creepy-Crawlies Get Their Feet Wet as Painters". The Washington Post.