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Jack Cosgrove

1902 – 1965

Special effects artist

Special effects artist
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About Jack Cosgrove

Lived 1902 – 1965 (aged 62). Jack Cosgrove was an American special effects artist.

Jack Cosgrove (June 9, 1902 – March 10, 1965) was an American special effects artist. He was nominated for five Academy Awards for Best Special Effects.

Selected filmography Cosgrove was nominated for five Academy Awards: Gone with the Wind (1939) Rebecca (1940) The Pride of the Yankees (1942) Since You Went Away (1944) Spellbound (1945)

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Important facts

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Special effects artist
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Also known as
John R. Cosgrove, John Cosgrove

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People whose lives overlapped Jack Cosgrove's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jack Cosgrove?

special effects artist (1902-1965)

When was Jack Cosgrove born?

Jack Cosgrove was born on 9 June 1902 in Santa Catalina Island.

When did Jack Cosgrove die?

Jack Cosgrove died on 10 March 1965 in Hermosa Beach.

What was Jack Cosgrove's occupation?

Jack Cosgrove was a special effects artist.

What nationality was Jack Cosgrove?

Jack Cosgrove was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jack Cosgrove

· Wikidata: Q1422756

· DBpedia: Jack Cosgrove (special effects artist)

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