About George Gaines
Lived 1933 – 1986 (aged 52). George Gaines was an American production designer and set decorator.
George Gaines (June 6, 1933 – May 13, 1986) was an American set decorator. He worked on films such as American Gigolo and The Big Chill. He won two Academy Awards and was nominated for another two in the category Best Art Direction.
Selected filmography Gaines won two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction and was nominated for two more: Won All the President's Men (1976) Heaven Can Wait (1978)
Nominated Shampoo (1975) The Cotton Club (1984)
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Who was George Gaines?
set decorator (1933-1986)
When was George Gaines born?
George Gaines was born on 6 June 1933 in Illinois.
When did George Gaines die?
George Gaines died on 13 May 1986 in Illinois.
What was George Gaines's occupation?
George Gaines was a production designer and set decorator.
What nationality was George Gaines?
George Gaines was American.
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