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George Lucas

George Lucas

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Film
Birthday
May 14, 1944
Age
81
Height
5'6" (168 cm)
Net Worth
$10B
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About

George Walton Lucas Jr. is an American filmmaker and philanthropist. He is best known as the creator of the 'Star Wars' franchise and the 'Indiana Jones' franchise, both of which have had a profound impact on popular culture. Lucas founded Lucasfilm, LucasArts, Industrial Light & Magic, and THX, revolutionizing the film industry with his technological innovations. He sold Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012.

Career Timeline

1971C$0.1M

Directorial Debut *THX 1138*

Directed *THX 1138*, receiving moderate recognition.

1973B$1M+$0.9M

*American Graffiti* Success

Directed *American Graffiti*, achieving mainstream success and critical acclaim.

1977A$25M+$24M

*Star Wars* Phenomenon Begins

Released *Star Wars*, revolutionizing the science fiction genre and popular culture.

1980A$100M+$75M

ILM Revolutionizes Effects

Founded Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), setting new standards for visual effects in cinema.

1981A$250M+$150M

*Indiana Jones* franchise launch

Expanded his success with the *Indiana Jones* franchise, further cementing his legacy.

1997A$1B+$750M

Star Wars Special Editions

Remastered Star Wars films, expanding his wealth and cultural influence.

2005S$4B+$3B

Star Wars Prequel Trilogy Complete

Completed the Star Wars prequel trilogy, further solidifying his global icon status.

2012S$10B+$6B

Lucasfilm Sold to Disney

Sold Lucasfilm to Disney for $4 billion, securing his legacy as one of the most influential filmmakers.

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