Jeff Olson (visual effects artist)

Jeff Olson
Born(1948-09-05)September 5, 1948
DiedJune 21, 2026(2026-06-21) (aged 77)
Alma materUniversity of California, Berkeley
OccupationVisual effects artist

Jeff Olson (September 5, 1948 – June 21, 2026) was an American visual effects artist. He was best known for his visual effects work in the films Star Trek, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Die Hard 2, Star Trek: First Contact, Ghostbusters II, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, Back to the Future Part III and Rush Hour 3.[1]

Olson died on June 21, 2026, at the age of 77.[1][2][3]

References

  1. 1 2 Pedersen, Erik (June 24, 2026). "Jeff Olson Dies: VFX Producer On 'Star Wars: Phantom Menace,' 'Roger Rabbit,' 'Star Trek' Pics & More Was 77". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
  2. ↑ Jacob, Arushi (June 24, 2026). "Jeff Olson, ILM VFX Producer on 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace,' Dies at 77". Variety. Retrieved June 24, 2026.
  3. ↑ Colopy, Jess (June 25, 2026). "'Star Wars' Franchise Icon Dead at 77". Inside the Magic. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
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