Donald Ernst
Born
Donald William Ernst

(1934-01-25)January 25, 1934
U.S.
DiedApril 9, 2023(2023-04-09) (aged 89)
Other namesDon Ernst
Occupation(s)Film, sound, music editor, film producer
Years active1956–2011

Donald W. Ernst (January 25, 1934 – April 9, 2023) was an American film, music and sound editor and film producer.[1] He commonly worked in the animation industry.

Ernst started his career in television serving as editor on Gilligan's Island, Cimarron Strip and Gunsmoke, he later moved on to film editing. Ernst went to work at Ralph Bakshi's studio editing films such as Coonskin, The Lord of the Rings, Wizards and Hey Good Lookin'.

Upon joining Disney, Ernst got a chance to produce films such as Aladdin, Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey and Fantasia 2000 (along with Roy E. Disney). He also produced the English voice adaptation of Spirited Away.

Ernst died on April 9, 2023, at the age of 89.[2]

Filmography

Producer

Editor

References

  1. "Donald W. Ernst". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. 2013. Archived from the original on October 21, 2013.
  2. Animation Editor-Producer Don Ernst Dies Age 89


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