Chuck Gaspar
Visual effects artist
About Chuck Gaspar
Lived 1938 – 2009 (aged 70). Chuck Gaspar was an American special effect.
Chuck Gaspar (January 25, 1938 – January 15, 2009) was an American special effects artist who worked on 70 different films and TV shows, such as The Birds, Ghostbusters, Pale Rider and Armageddon.
He was nominated at the 57th Academy Awards in the category of Best Visual Effects for his work on the film Ghostbusters. He shared his nomination with John Bruno, Richard Edlund and Mark Vargo.
In addition, he received a Technical Achievement Oscar five years after his death.
Family
His Hungarian father was a special effects artist named Géza Gaspar. His sons, Michael Gaspar and Dan Gaspar, are special effects artist as well.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Chuck Gaspar?
visual effects artist (1938-2009)
When was Chuck Gaspar born?
Chuck Gaspar was born on 25 January 1938 in United States.
When did Chuck Gaspar die?
Chuck Gaspar died on 15 January 2009.
What was Chuck Gaspar's occupation?
Chuck Gaspar was a special effect.
What nationality was Chuck Gaspar?
Chuck Gaspar was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chuck Gaspar. https://biography.guide/chuck-gaspar/
MLA: "Chuck Gaspar." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chuck-gaspar/.
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