Burny Mattinson Cause Of Death: What happened to Disney’s longest-serving employee, animator and director?

Disney’s longest-serving employee, Burny Mattinson has been reported dead. According to sources, he died at the Canyon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Canoga Park, California, after suffering a short illness. His death was announced by the official Twitter page of Walt Disney Animation Studios.

“It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of beloved Disney Legend, Director, and Story Artist Burny Mattinson. You made our world a happier place and inspired generations of artists with your heart, humor, and storytelling. Thank you for your legacy, Bunny,” the company announced.

The company also announced that its loyal employee was just about to receive a first-of-its-kind award on June 4, 2023, for 70 years of service to the company. He was known for contributing heavily to several animated movies and series produced by the company. Some of them include;

• All Dogs Go to Heaven (1989)
• Big Hero 6 (2014)
•  Strange World (2022)
• The Rescuers (1977)
• The Fox and The Hound (1981)
• Beauty and The Beast (1991)
• Aladdin (1992)