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Barry Caldwell, Legendary ‘Animaniacs’ Animator, Dies
Barry Caldwell contributed to many iconic animated series and films over four decades and was celebrated for his generosity and deep industry knowledge.
- Animator and director Barry Caldwell, renowned for his work on Animaniacs and Osmosis Jones, has died at 68. The death was confirmed on Facebook by longtime colleague Paul Dini.
- Born in New York City on June 19, 1957, Caldwell studied at the School of Visual Arts before launching his career in 1980 with Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids.
- Throughout his storied career, the artist contributed to beloved productions including Tiny Toon Adventures, Pinky and the Brain, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, The Tigger Movie, and Kim Possible.
- Dini paid tribute to the "genial giant of a guy," noting that when Dan Haskett informed him of the death, it felt like "a silent cannonball blowing away a piece of my world."
- Revered across the industry for his talent, Caldwell remained admired by peers for his generosity and deep affection for the characters he helped bring to life.
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Barry Caldwell, Legendary ‘Animaniacs’ Animator, Dies
He was also known for 'Pinky and the Brain' and 'Tiny Toon Adventures.'
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