Animators who died on July 2

Take a focused look at the animators who passed away on July 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1937 Amelia Earhart

  Amelia Earhart was a pioneering American aviator and author, renowned for her daring exploits in aviation during the early 20th century. She was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and played a major role in opening the field of aviation to women. Earhart disappeared in 1937 while attempting to circumnavigate the globe, and her life and … [bio]