Micheline Charest

Television producer, co-founder of Cookie Jar Group

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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