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J. Craig Venter(1946-2026)

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J. Craig Venter
J. Craig Venter was born on 14 October 1946 in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. He was an actor, known for The Future Is Now! (2011), Understanding (1994) and The University (2016). He was married to Heather Kowalski, Barbara Rae-Venter and Claire M. Fraser. He died on 29 April 2026 in San Diego, California, USA.
BornOctober 14, 1946
DiedApril 29, 2026(79)
BornOctober 14, 1946
DiedApril 29, 2026(79)
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Known for

The Future Is Now! (2011)
The Future Is Now!
5.8
  • The Scientist(as Craig Venter)
  • 2011
Understanding (1994)
Understanding
7.6
TV Series
  • Self - President: Celera Genomics
The University (2016)
The University
7.9
  • Self - Interviewee
  • 2016
Discoveries 2000: The Year in Science
  • Self
  • 2000

Credits

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Actor

  • The Future Is Now! (2011)
    The Future Is Now!
    5.8
    • The Scientist (as Craig Venter)
    • 2011

Personal details

  • Alternative names
    • Craig Venter
  • Born
    • October 14, 1946
    • Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
  • Died
    • April 29, 2026
    • San Diego, California, USA
  • Spouses
      Heather Kowalski2008 - April 29, 2026 (his death)
  • Children
    • Christopher

Did you know

  • Trivia
    Microbiology technology pioneer.
  • Quotes
    I wouldn't have mapped the human genome if I was lacking in confidence.

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