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Walter Lantz


 

Walter Lantz (April 27, 1900March 22, 1994) was an American cartoonist, best known for founding the Walter Lantz Studio.

Awards Walter Lantz was Presented

  • 1959 he was honored by the Los Angeles City Council as "one of America's most outstanding animated film cartoonists".
  • 1973 the international animation society, ASIFA/Hollywood, presented him with its Annie Award.
  • 1979 he was given a special Academy Award, "for bringing joy and laughter to every part of the world through his unique animated motion pictures."
  • 1986 he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.