Michael John Roberts

Michael John Roberts
Born(1977-12-20)December 20, 1977
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
DiedNovember 11, 2026(2026-11-11) (aged 48)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
EducationSheridan College
Occupations
  • Director
  • producer
  • animator
Years active2001–2026

Michael John Roberts (December 20, 1977 – November 11, 2026) was a Canadian television director, producer and animator.

Life and career

Michael John Roberts was born in Toronto, Canada, on December 20, 1977. He studied animation at Sheridan College. His first role was an animator on The Hoobs. He was known for his work on TripTank, F Is for Family, and BoJack Horseman.

Roberts died from glioblastoma in Los Angeles, on November 11, 2026, at the age of 48.

References

  1. ↑ "Webinar – [UPDATED TIME] Creating advanced rigs for your characters in". moho.lostmarble.com. 2022-06-01. Retrieved 2026-11-12.
  2. ↑ "Music News Digest, May 28, 2018". Billboard Canada. Retrieved 2026-11-12.
  3. 1 2 Evans, Greg (2026-11-12). "Michael John Roberts Dead: 'TripTank', 'BoJack Horseman' Animator Was 48". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-11-12.
  4. ↑ "Spec Spotlight: Mike Roberts, Creator of "Dallas & Robo"". Final Draft - Screenwriting Software. Retrieved 2026-11-12.
  5. ↑ Barnes, Mike (2026-11-12). "Michael John Roberts, Animator and 'BoJack Horseman' and 'TripTank' Director, Dies at 48". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2026-11-12.