Edwin Catmull

Biography

Edwin Earl "Ed" Catmull is an American computer scientist and animator born on March 31, 1945, in Parkersburg, West Virginia. He co-founded Pixar and was the president of Walt Disney Animation Studios, making significant contributions to 3D computer graphics. Recognized for his work, he received the 2019 ACM Turing Award. A pioneer in digital imaging, Catmull's innovative approach has had a lasting impact on the animation industry.