Over the years, many of the programs experiments have gone slightly awry. Gates was working as a contractor on the roof of an office building when he fell through a skylight to his death. He was 49. Imahara also put his electronics expertise into numerous film projects, working as a visual effects artist in the Star Wars, Matrix, Terminator and Jurassic Park franchises, among other films. Imahara went on to host White Rabbit Project on Netflix with Byron and Belleci, in which the team investigated topics like jail breaks, superpower technology, heists, and World War II weapons through scientific experiments and builds. All rights reserved. People say Im crazy. He is survived by his long-term partner, costume designer Jennifer Newman, who posted a heartbreaking tribute to Imahara on social media along with a series of photos of the happy couple. Read about our approach to external linking. Hopefully, wherever Grant Imahara is now, he's concocting some experiment to prove its scientific existence to us here on earth. Grant Imahara, a former host of the Discovery Channel show Mythbusters has died, according to a statement from Discovery. Grant Imahara's cause of death revealed - Yahoo The sad news was confirmed by a Discovery Channel representative in a statement provided to The Hollywood Reporter yesterday. Mr Imahara co-hosted more than 200 episodes of the incredibly popular science program between 2005 and 2014. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. I was sadly mistaken.. Mythbusters fans are devastated about the passing of star Grant Imahara, and all the more so because it follows the death of Jessi Combs last year. Imahara joined the hit science show MythBusters in 2005 as the beloved geek of the squad, operating electronics and building robots until he left the program along with cohosts Kari Byron and Tory Belleci in 2014. Heres how it works. Sadly, Grant Imahara, host of MythBusters and the Netflix series White Rabbit Project, passed away at the age of 49. This isnt real. "Those of us that were lucky enough to know Grant knew him as a lovely man of honor, who wanted to share his knowledge with everybody. Despite receiving good reviews, the series was not renewed. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. [4] For a time, he considered switching majors with the intention of becoming a screenwriter, but he decided to stay on the engineering track after assisting Tomlinson Holman, a professor at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. As it transpired, Chief Barry Burns of the Esparto Fire Department had made the decision not to notify anyone in town to avoid having a crowd of spectators at the unsafe site. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. "But those of us that were lucky enough to know Grant knew him as a lovely man of honor, who wanted to share his knowledge with everybody," Savage said. [19], In 2012, Imahara's likeness was used in the popular webcomic America Jr, in which he appeared as himself as a celebrity judge for a competition to select the country's Surgeon General. Ive been part of two big families with Grant Imahara over the last 22 years. More than a year after former MythBustershostGrant Imaharadied from a brain aneurysm, Adam Savage, co-host of the popular Discovery Channel science show, is remembering him fondly. "It felt like almost too much in the face of all the other existential crises that were going on.". The death of Grant Imahara was equally devastating to us fans who first came to know him on MythBusters and, later, on the short-lived Netflix series White Rabbit Project. Proceeds from the sales will go directly to theGrant Imahara STEAM Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Grant's mother whose mission is to inspire emerging talent and empower underserved youth in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math education by offering college scholarships and internships. [37], On October 23, 2020, on what would have been his 50th birthday, the Grant Imahara STEAM Foundation was announced by his mother, professional colleagues, and friends (including Mythbusters castmates Kari Byron, Tory Belleci and Adam Savage). The one where EW follows up with the cast. Published on July 14, 2020 12:32 AM. ", Another of the shows' stars, Tory Belleci, said: "I just cannot believe it. pic.twitter.com/8zE2afcwSu. We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about Grant. Byron and Belleci both took to social media to pay tribute to Imahara. [39][40] More than 80 props from Mythbusters were auctioned off to benefit the Grant Imahara STEAM Foundation in August 2021. Is climate change killing Australian wine? HOW KELLY PRESTON SPENT HER FINAL YEARS WHILE PRIVATELY BATTLING CANCER. Grant was a truly brilliant engineer, artist and performer, but also just such a generous, easygoing, and gentle PERSON. Goodbye buddy., Heartbroken and in shock tonight. [23] He also partnered with Mouser Electronics to kick off their "Empowering Innovation Together" campaign, where he hosts several webisodes. The network said that he was one of the few trained operators for the famed R2-D2 droid from the Star Wars franchise and that he engineered the Energizer Bunnys popular rhythmic beat. He was 49. 'MythBusters' Grant Imahara's cause of death revealed The experiment did air, but the hosts later revealed that they have never returned to Esparto as a result. Its a series that had the trio investigating topics like jailbreaks, superpower technology, heists, and World War II weapons through scientific experiments and builds. He worked there for nine years and contributed to movies like the three Star Wars prequels, Jurassic Park, The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, Galaxy Quest and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines.. Two years after departing MythBusters, Imahara teamed up with Belleci and Byron in 2016 to host Netflix's White Rabbit Project, which ran for one season. No words. "Like everybody else, I was gut-punched by Grant's passing last year," Savage told Yahoo Entertainment. Getty. [38] It provides mentorship, grants and scholarships to under-served youth pursuing STEAM-related fields. The Mythbusters community was rocked this morning when it was reported that former host Grant Imahara had died. It felt like almost too much in the face of all the other existential crises that were going on. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about G Pacchiana filed her lawsuit under the New York Child Victims Act, which opened a one-year look-back period for victims to bring claims that had already exceeded the statute of limitations. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Ill miss my friend," Savage wrote on the social media site. Grant Imahara Dead: 'MythBusters' Host Was 49 - The Hollywood Reporter An autopsy ruled that he died from blunt force chest injuries, with a coroners investigation ruling the death an accident. Peace, Grant," Wilson tweeted. Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action. A $300-million (minimum) gondola to Dodger Stadium? Offers may be subject to change without notice. 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The 50 greatest TV and movie detectives of all time. Grant Imahara, a former cohost of Discovery's MythBusters and host of White Rabbit Project on Netflix, "died suddenly" at the age of 49. Roboticist and Mythbusters Build Team alum Grant Imahara died on Monday, at age 49, as a consequence of a brain aneurysm. And what I felt inside is exemplified in Grant's face. Fellow Mythbusters host Adam Savage paid tribute to Imahara on Twitter. You may want to read Twitters cookie policy, external and privacy policy, external before accepting. He also made special effects models for films including the Star. He was 49. You taught me so much. [14][3] He also played Lt. Masaru in the 2015 movie Star Trek: Renegades. The Discovery Channel, which aired Mythbusters and BattleBots, on which Imahara was a judge, described him as "a really wonderful man". Grant Imahara, 'MythBusters' host and electrical engineer, dies at 49 [16] Imahara was profiled in the magazine IEEE Spectrum, in an issue focusing on engineering dream jobs. All rights reserved. By 2018, he was selected as one of the judges for the eighth season on BattleBots. According to the Mayo Clinic, a brain aneurysm is a ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain. Factors increasing the risk of brain aneurysm include older age, smoking, high blood pressure and drug abuse, the Mayo Clinicsays. Freelance writer. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. [12][13][14], In addition to his role on MythBusters, he is known for his appearances on BattleBots, where he designed and competed with his robot Deadblow. Many of his former colleagues mourned his loss, including Adam Savage, and a foundation would later be created in his honor. Imahara was well-known in Hollywood for his work in electronics and animatronics. "We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about Grant," a representative for Discovery told THR. At the time of his death, no cause of death was immediately reported. Grant was a truly brilliant engineer, artist and performer, but also just such a generous, easygoing, and gentle PERSON. Grant Imahara, former 'Mythbusters' host, dead at 49 - NBC News Mythbusters co-host Adam Savage wrote that he was "such a generous, easygoing, and gentle person". My heart is broken. Goodbye buddy @grantimahara pic.twitter.com/HkLYaBK1dw, Im at a loss. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. In a lawsuit filed in early July, Savages younger sister Miranda Pacchiana, 51, claimed she was sexually assaulted by Savage. A ruptured aneurysmcauses sudden and severe symptoms like an extreme headache and, in many cases,death. No words, Savage tweeted. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. (Richard Shotwell / Invision / Associated Press), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Gloria Vanderbilt told Anderson Cooper not to expect a trust fund. I don't know if I'll be able to. GRANT Imahara, the former host of Mythbusters, has died aged 49 of a brain aneurysm. The show ran for one season in 2016 and was not renewed. While I hope that my sister gets the help she needs to find peace, this needs to end. [vemba-video id=world/2020/07/14/grant-imahara-death-lon-orig-tp.cnn]. Besides hosting "Mythbusters" for 10 years, he was "one of the few officially trained operators for famed droid R2-D2 within the Star Wars universe" and engineered the Energizer Bunny's memorable beat. Hes an active guy who was used to taking precautions. Goodbye buddy @grantimahara," Tory Belleci wrote on Twitter. 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She was previously a Times intern after graduating from UCLA and has also worked at Variety, the Hollywood Reporter and CNN. American engineer, roboticist, and television host (19702020), Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, "Netflix Greenlights 'White Rabbit Project' Reality Series From 'Mythbusters' Producers", "Grant Imahara, Host of 'MythBusters' and 'White Rabbit Project,' Dies at 49", "USC Alumni Association Grant Imahara Class of '93", "Roleplaying Everywhere (feat. Mythbusters hosts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman closed out their most recent season on Thursday with a special farewell to Mythbusters co-hosts Kari Byron, Tory Belleci and Grant Imahara. You taught me so much.". The suit says Savage, who was between nine and 12 years old at the time, would prevent Pacchiana from leaving the bed and anally rape her. Artificial Intelligence, Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, Van Helsing, and Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith.[3]. Grant Imahara died suddenly of a brain aneurysm in July 2020 By Ashley Boucher Published on August 25, 2021 08:26 PM More than a year after his losing his friend and cohost, MythBusters star. He was an important part of our Discovery family and a really wonderful man. Imahara, an electrical engineer by trade, co-hosted the pop-science show from 2005 to 2014. In remembrance, Savage has reflected on his former MythBuster co-star just over a year after his death. [34], Imahara mentored the robotics team at Richmond High School in California while working for LucasFilm's VFX. [15] He was a mentor for the Richmond High robotics team Biomechs #841 for the FIRST Robotics Competition, lending his expert guidance on how to create the right robot for the right job. He was 49. [30] On June 29, 2018, Disney revealed that the Stickman prototype had evolved into an innovative, autonomous, self-correcting, acrobatic style of audio-animatronic figure, named Stuntronics, which will be utilized within Disney theme parks throughout the world. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk. Making a splash: A deep dive into the live-action Little Mermaid with a new generation's Ariel. 'Mythbusters' Fans Mourn Both Grant Imahara and Jessi Combs After Their On March 20, 2009, during filming of the myth Knock Your Socks Off the town of Esparto, California, was shaken a by a blast created by 230kg of ammonium nitrate, with unsuspecting residents left furious after their windows were smashed. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the former MythBusters co-host "died suddenly" from a brain aneurysm.. Grant Imahara, the former co-host of the popular cable Discovery Channel series "MythBusters," reportedly suffered a brain aneurysm that led to his death, according to The Hollywood Reporter.. Grant was a truly brilliant engineer, artist and performer, but also just such a generous, easygoing, and gentle PERSON. Kari, Grant, and Tory's Departure From 'Mythbusters' Explained He allegedly nicknamed himself the raping blob while masking the abuse as a game, according to the complaint. Following his sudden death, Imahara's MythBusters cohosts shared heartbroken tributes to their friend on social media. "Grant Imahara was an electrical engineer who dedicated his life to using his skills to make people smile," the statement said. ", "I just cannot believe it. The Discovery Channel confirmed Imahara's death in a statement late Monday. Grant Imahara)", "Grant Imahara's Hollywood Dream Machines", "Netflix's White Rabbit Project is a Hole Worth Going Down For MYTHBUSTERS Fans (Review) Nerdist", "My Review Of The White Rabbit Project | ScienceBlogs", "Grant Imahara, 'Mythbusters' Host, Dies at 49", "Mythbuster: I can build Ferguson a robot sidekick", "Grant Imahara on creating and unveiling Craig Ferguson's robot skeleton sidekick tonight: Geoff Peterson lives! Celebrities and Friends React to the Death of MythBusters Host Grant Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family," the statement said. Grant Imahara, a longtime host of the Discovery Channel show "Mythbusters," died of a brain aneurysm, Fox News has learned. We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about Grant, the statement read. Working with Grant was so much fun. You taught me so much alongside a set of other tweets honoring her friend and former colleague. Grant Imahara, electrical engineer and longtime TV host of Discovery's "MythBusters," has died after suffering a brain aneurysm. Celebrities React to 'MythBusters' Host Grant Imahara Death at 49 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Weitere Informationen ber die Verwendung Ihrer personenbezogenen Daten finden Sie in unserer Datenschutzerklrung und unserer Cookie-Richtlinie. Grant Masaru Imahara (October 23, 1970 - July 13, 2020) [1] was an American electrical engineer, roboticist, and television host. Adam Savage, a MythBusters co-host, paid tribute to him on Twitter, writing, "I'm at a loss. Grant Imahara, host of 'MythBusters' and 'White Rabbit Project,' has [7] As an official Artoo Technician, he made a cameo appearance in the mockumentary R2-D2: Beneath the Dome. ELVIS PRESLEYS PRIVATE NURSE EXPLAINS WHY THE KING WAS 'MISERABLE' DURING HIS FINAL YEARS. Its not the only tragedy to afflict the Mythbusters community, with the Discovery Channel series that tests the validity of popular myths and legends marked by tragedy and dotted with scandal over the years. ", "Working with Grant was so much fun," he added. Another celebrity death this week has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond, with former Mythbusters host Grant Imahara sadly passing away on Monday. Byron shared several photos of Imahara on Twitter, writing in separate tweets, "Somedays I wish I had a time machine," and "We had so many adventures. [45], Following the death of her fianc, Jennifer Newman tweeted: "I haven't found the words. Grant Imahara's Cause of Death: How Did the 'Mythbusters' Host Die? Imahara Joe is a tinkerer who helps the main characters build mechanical automaton motorbikes to achieve their goals. All times AEST (GMT +10). Imahara was best known for making the robots and other electronics needed for the experiments on the hit show. Ive been part of two big families with Grant Imahara over the last 22 years. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. [10], Imahara reunited with Byron and Belleci for the 2016 White Rabbit Project, a Netflix Original Series, in which the team investigated topics such as jailbreaks, superpower technology, heists, and bizarre World War II weapons, evaluated against a defined set of criteria and explored through experiments, builds, and tests. This Twitter post cannot be displayed in your browser. As news of Imahara's death spread, fans could not help but notice that it came nearly one year after Combs' fatal accident. He was an important part of our Discovery family and a really wonderful man. I enjoyed every single minute that I had with her.
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