A Toluca Lake intersection has been renamed “Phil Roman Square,” honoring a legend in the animation and entertainment industry.
The Riverside Drive and Ponca Avenue event, hosted by Los Angeles City Councilman Adrin Nazarian, celebrated Phil Roman’s 95th birthday and the joy his career achievements bring to so many.
The six-time Emmy Award-winner has had a hand in countless animated greats over the decades, from “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” to several of the Peanuts specials, including ‘You’re a Good Sport, Charlie Brown,” and directing all 12 of the Garfield specials.
“We’re here to recognize this wonderful man’s talent, contributions and creativity, as well as hard work, for everyone to see, everyone to recognize, everyone to acknowledge …” Nazarian said…