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Howard Berger

b. 1964

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About Howard Berger

Born 1964. Howard Berger is a make-up artist and prosthetic makeup.

Howard Berger (born 20 December 1964) is a special make-up effects creator who is best known for his work on The Chronicles of Narnia films. He has over 200 films to his credit since 1977.

Berger is the co-founder of KNB EFX Group along with Robert Kurtzman and Greg Nicotero. The company specializes in prosthetic makeup, better known as special make-up effects, and has worked on over 400 film and television projects.

Berger also often works with Sam Raimi, whom he has been working with since 1986. Most recently they worked together on Oz the Great and Powerful.

He also has won an Emmy for the makeup in the TV show The Walking Dead.

Oscar nominations Both of these are in Best Makeup

78th Academy Awards-The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Shared with Tami Lane. Won. 85th Academy Awards-Nominated for Hitchcock, nomination shared with Peter Montagna and Martin Samuel. Lost to Les Misérables.

Personal life

He has 3 children, named Kelsey, Travis, and Jake.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Make-up artist, Prosthetic makeup
Awards
Emmy Award; Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling; Sitges Film Festival best special effects award; Time Machine Award

People in Howard Berger's life

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Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Howard Berger's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Howard Berger?

make-up artist

When was Howard Berger born?

Howard Berger was born on 20 December 1964 in Burbank.

What is Howard Berger's occupation?

Howard Berger is a make-up artist and prosthetic makeup.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Howard Berger

· Wikidata: Q3141525

· DBpedia: Howard Berger

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