Biography
Robert Blalack (December 9, 1948 β February 2, 2022) was a Panama-born American mass-media visual artist, independent filmmaker, and producer. He is one of the founders of Industrial Light & Magic. Blalack received the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects in 1978 for his work on the first Star Wars film. He also received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Visual Effects in 1984 for his work on the 1983 television film The Day After. Blalack directed experimental films and mixed-media television commercials, and he produced visual effects for theme park rides.
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Known ForVisual Effects
GenderMale
Birthday1948-12-09
Deathday2022-02-02 (73 years old)
Birth PlaceCoco Solo, Panama
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
AwardsAcademy Award for Best Visual Effects
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