Micheline Charest
Television producer, co-founder of Cookie Jar Group
Born
1953
72 years ago
Died
April 14th, 2004
21 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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Co-founded Cookie Jar Group, a prominent television production company that focused on children's programming. Produced various successful animated series that contributed to the growth of children's television in Canada and internationally. Charest's leadership included overseeing the development of many popular shows. Active in the industry until her passing in 2004.
Co-founded Cookie Jar Group
Produced animated series for children
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