About Bernard Gruver
Lived 1923 – 1985 (aged 61). Bernard Gruver was an American cartoonist and animator.
Bernard Gruver (June 25, 1923 – June 14, 1985) was best known as one of the original animators of the Peanuts cartoon series. He also was an animation professor at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts. He died of pneumonia following treatment for leukemia in 1985. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown was dedicated to him.
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Who was Bernard Gruver?
animator (1923-1985)
When was Bernard Gruver born?
Bernard Gruver was born on 25 June 1923 in Long Beach.
When did Bernard Gruver die?
Bernard Gruver died on 14 June 1985 in Sherman Oaks.
What was Bernard Gruver's occupation?
Bernard Gruver was a cartoonist and animator.
What nationality was Bernard Gruver?
Bernard Gruver was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bernard Gruver. https://biography.guide/bernard-gruver/
MLA: "Bernard Gruver." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bernard-gruver/.
Chicago: "Bernard Gruver." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bernard-gruver/.
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