On Sunday, Oscar winner Stan Winston, who was famous for his special effects (’Jurassic Park’, ‘Aliens’, ‘Terminator’, ‘Edward Scissorhands’), died at the age of only 62. He died at his home in Malibu surrounded by family after a seven-year struggle with multiple myeloma (a form of cancer).

Working with the very best directors, such as Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, and Tim Burton, in a career spanning four decades, Winston created some of the most memorable visual effects in cinematic history and was a pioneer in merging real-world effects with computer imaging. He also worked with Michael Jackson as director and co-producer on the movie ‘Ghosts’.

Stan Winston is survived by his wife, Karen, a son, daughter, brother, and four grandchildren.

Source: Associated Press