Brad Bird is a celebrated American film director, screenwriter, animator, and producer. He was born on September 24, 1957, in Kalispell, Montana. His passion for animation began at an early age and he studied at the California Institute of the Arts, where he developed his skills under the guidance of legendary animators such as Milt Kahl and Eric Larson.

In 1980, Brad began his professional career at Disney as an animator on the feature film “The Fox and the Hound.” He continued to work on many successful Disney films, including “The Black Cauldron,” “The Little Mermaid,” and “Beauty and the Beast.” He later moved to Warner Bros Animation to work on the popular television series “The Simpsons.”

In 1999, Brad made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed animated classic “The Iron Giant,” which garnered rave reviews and several award nominations. He followed this up with another stunning animation “The Incredibles” (2004), which won two Academy Awards and was highly regarded for its edgy humor, rich storyline, and superb animation.

Brad’s impressive filmography includes other widely acclaimed animations such as “Ratatouille” (2007), “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” (2011), and “Tomorrowland” (2015). He is also known for his keen interest in science fiction and has been associated with some of the most successful science fiction franchises, including “Star Wars” and “The Tomorrow War.”

Brad’s work has been recognized with numerous awards, including a BAFTA, an Academy Award, Emmys, and a Hugo Award. He was also included in the Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.

Despite his already impressive credentials, Brad Bird continues to innovate and inspire, with several projects still in development. His commitment to storytelling, exceptional visual style, and boundless creativity has ensured his place among the greatest directors and animators of our time.