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Barry Caldwell, Animator Behind Animaniacs and Tiny Toons, Dies at 68

Tributes led by Paul Dini spotlight his lasting imprint on modern animation.

Overview

  • Friend and collaborator Paul Dini announced Caldwell’s death on Facebook, and no cause or exact date was disclosed.
  • Caldwell animated on hallmark 1990s Warner Bros. series including Tiny Toon Adventures, Animaniacs, and Pinky and the Brain.
  • He expanded into storyboards on films and TV such as Curious George (2006), Hop (2011), and DreamWorksDragons.
  • Colleagues remembered his generosity, deep knowledge of cartoons, and warm, dry sense of humor in public tributes.
  • Fans and peers say his fast-paced, joke-dense style still shapes current animation, with his shows finding new audiences on streaming.