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Robert Porter McKimson Sr. (October 13, 1910 – September 29, 1977) was an American animator and illustrator, best known for his work on the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons from Warner Bros. Cartoons and later DePatie–Freleng Enterprises.
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- Viola McKimson (d. 1963)
- Bob McKimson, Buck McKimson
- 1929–1977
Robert McKimson was a director, animator, and writer for Warner Brothers Cartoons, who created and developed many classic characters like Foghorn Leghorn and Speedy Gonzales. He also directed some Pink Panther cartoons and died in 1977 at age 66.
- Director, Animation Department, Writer
- October 13, 1910
- Robert McKimson
- September 27, 1977
Apr 9, 2016 · Robert McKimson was an animation legend who created Foghorn Leghorn, Tasmanian Devil and Hippety Hopper. He worked as an animator and director for Warner Brothers and other studios. In this interview, he talks about his career, his influences, and his love for Bugs Bunny and other characters.
Robert Porter McKimson, Sr. (13 October 1910 - 29 September 1977) was an American animator, illustrator, and director best known for his work on the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons from Warner Bros., and later DePatie-Freleng Enterprises. He was also well known for defining Bugs Bunny's look in 1943.
Oct 13, 2016 · Animation legend Bob Clampett shares his memories of Robert McKimson, the legendary animator and director of the Merrie Melodies and Woodland Cafe. He praises his skills, personality and contributions to the art of animation. Read his letter from 1978 and learn more about his career and legacy.
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Robert Porter McKimson was one of the principal creators of the Warner Bros. cartoons, first as the studio's most imposing animator and then as a long-tenured director. Such enduring characters as Foghorn Leghorn and the Tasmanian Devil first appeared in his cartoons, and he was critically important in the development of Bugs Bunny.
Robert McKimson was a Warner Brothers animator, director and supervisor who created and developed many classic characters, such as Bugs Bunny, Foghorn Leghorn and Tasmanian Devil. He worked under various directors and writers, and died of a heart attack in 1977.
