There have been many animators who have made significant contributions to the world of animation throughout history. Here are some of the most famous animators:
Walt Disney - Founder of Disney Studios and creator of beloved animated characters like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck. He produced many classic animated films such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Bambi.
Tex Avery - Created the iconic Looney Tunes characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig during his time at Warner Bros. studios.
Hayao Miyazaki - A Japanese filmmaker who founded Studio Ghibli and directed popular animated movies like "Spirited Away," "My Neighbor Totoro," and "Princess Mononoke."
Chuck Jones - Created Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and many other beloved characters as well as directing and producing many classic animated short films.
Tim Burton - Known for his unique style, he directed films including "The Nightmare Before Christmas," "Corpse Bride", and "Frankenweenie".
Nick Park - Creator of the popular stop-motion animation characters Wallace and Gromit which gained popularity with the films "A Grand Day Out," "The Wrong Trousers," and "A Close Shave."
Glen Keane - One of the most prominent 2D animators of Disney, he worked on many popular films including "The Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin," and "Tarzan."
Don Bluth - A prominent American animator who played a significant role in shaping the animation industry in the late 20th century. He started his career working at Disney Studios, where he worked on several films including "Sleeping Beauty" and "The Rescuers."
These animators have made some of the most significant contributions to the animation industry, winning multiple Academy Awards and and inspirating generations of animators to follow in their footsteps.