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Tex Avery

Feb 26, 1908 - Aug 26, 1980 (72 years old) in Taylor, Texas, USA

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Frederick Bean "Tex" Avery (February 26, 1908 – August 26, 1980) was an American animator and director, known for producing and directing animated cartoons during the golden age of American animation. His most significant work was for the Warner Bros. and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studios, where he was crucial in the creation and evolution of famous animated characters such as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd, Droopy, Screwy Squirrel, George and Junior, and Chilly Willy.

Known For

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Deputy Droopy
Short Robber (voice) (uncredited)
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Bad Luck Blackie
Large Dog (voice) (uncredited)
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The Farm of Tomorrow
Small Baby Chicken (voice) (uncredited)
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Don't Look Now
Preacher (voice) (uncredited)
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Dangerous Dan McFoo
Fight Commentator (voice) (uncredited)
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Daredevil Droopy
Spike (voice) (uncredited)
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A Day at the Zoo
Other Elk Named Bill (voice) (uncredited)
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Looney Tunes: Spotlight Collection Vol. 5
Papa Bear (archive footage)
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The First Bad Man
Cavemen (uncredited)

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