Makeup Artist Rick Baker Honored for Career
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Makeup Artist Rick Baker Honored for Career

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Rick Baker, a record holder for Academy Awards won in the makeup category, is being honored at the Locarno Film Festival. He reflected on his extensive career, including iconic transformations of Jim Carrey into The Grinch and Michael Jackson for the “Thriller” music video, as well as his work bringing King Kong to life.

The Hollywood Reporter notes that Baker has "created and seen a lot" throughout his decades-long career. His recognition at the Locarno Film Festival celebrates this prolific body of work.

Baker is particularly known for his practical effects makeup, having crafted the look for Jim Carrey as The Grinch. He also played a key role in Michael Jackson’s transformation for the iconic “Thriller” music video and was involved in bringing King Kong to life through makeup effects.

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