Will Vinton | |
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 Vinton in 2015 | |
| Born | William Gale Vinton November 17, 1947 McMinnville, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | October 4, 2018 (aged 70) Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1969–2008 |
| Children | 3 |
William Gale Vinton (November 17, 1947 – October 4, 2018)[1] was an American animator and filmmaker. Vinton was best known for his Claymation work, alongside creating iconic characters such as The California Raisins. He won an Oscar for his work[2] alongside several Emmy Awards and Clio Awards for his studio's work.
- ^ Sandomir, Richard (October 9, 2018). "Will Vinton, Revolutionary Animator With Claymation, Dies at 70". The New York Times.
- ^ "The 47th Academy Awards (1975) Nominees and Winners". oscars.org. October 6, 2014. Retrieved October 29, 2018.