Chuck Jones
Creator of many "Looney Tunes" characters
Chuck Jones created the famous "Looney Tunes" characters "Bugs Bunny", "Daffy Duck", "Elmer Fudd", and "Porky Pig". He also created "Road Runner", "Wile E. Coyote", "Marvin the Martian", "PePe Le Pew", "Michigan J. Frog", and "Gossamer."

When Chuck Jones was 25 he directed his first film, "The Night Watchman." In WWII he made Army training films. Then, in 1962 he had a short contract with Disney Studios.

His most memorable holiday special was Dr. Suess' "How The Grinch Stole Christmas." It first aired in December of 1966, it was a half hour special.

Chuck Jones did cartooning for over 60 years. He made over 300 animation films. He has 2 Academy Awards and also a Honorary Oscar in 1996.

At the age of 80, Chuck Jones can still work. Chuck Jones influenced film makers George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, both his fans.


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