American make-up artist (1922-2014) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Richard Emerson "Dick" Smith (June 26, 1922 - July 30, 2014) was an American special effects make-up artist (nicknamed "The Godfather of Make-Up"). He was known for his work on such movies as Little Big Man, The Godfather, The Exorcist, Taxi Driver, and Scanners.
Dick Smith | |
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Born | |
Died | July 30, 2014 92) Los Angeles, California, USA | (aged
Occupation | makeup artist |
Years active | 1948–99 |
Spouse |
Jocelyn De Rosa
(m. 1944–2014) |
Children | 2 |
He won a 1985 Academy Award for Makeup for his work on Amadeus and received a 2012 Honorary Academy Award for his career's work.
Smith died from a long illness at the age of 92.[1]
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