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Gary Hutzel

1955 – 2016

American visual effects supervisor

Visual effects supervisor
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About Gary Hutzel

Lived 1955 – 2016 (aged 60). Gary Hutzel was an American visual effects supervisor, known for Battlestar Galactica (2004 TV series), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Gary Dean Hutzel (November 4, 1955 – March 1, 2016) was an American visual effects supervisor from Ann Arbor, Michigan who worked on the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Battlestar Galactica, among others. He was nominated more than 20 times for Emmy Awards, winning on four occasions.

Early life Gary Hutzel was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His first job in the industry was as a van driver for the commercial production house FilmFair. While there, he decided that he wanted to pursue visual effects. He then began to freelance for CBS, working on The Twilight Zone. although he was known as being reluctant to use computer generated imagery and preferred to work with physical models where possible. Freeform released a statement saying "We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and colleague, Gary Hutzel. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and our 'Beyond' family". He was survived by his wife, a daughter and two sons.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Visual effects supervisor
Nationality
Known for
Battlestar Galactica (2004 TV series), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: The Next Generation
Education
University of Michigan
Awards
Emmy Award
Also known as
Gary Dean Hutzel

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gary Hutzel?

American visual effects supervisor

When was Gary Hutzel born?

Gary Hutzel was born on 4 November 1955 in Ann Arbor.

When did Gary Hutzel die?

Gary Hutzel died on 1 March 2016 in Vancouver.

What was Gary Hutzel's occupation?

Gary Hutzel was a visual effects supervisor.

What was Gary Hutzel known for?

Gary Hutzel was known for Battlestar Galactica (2004 TV series), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: The Next Generation.

What nationality was Gary Hutzel?

Gary Hutzel was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gary Hutzel

· Wikidata: Q25263534

· DBpedia: Gary Hutzel

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