Thanks to working with special effects and a program called “Legend Destroyers,” Jamie Heinemann recognized the whole world. He developed unique technical solutions that became a real discovery in our world.
Jamie Heineman: biography
Jamie was born on September 25, 1956 in the city of Marshall, which is located in Michigan. But his childhood passed in Indiana, a neighboring state. His full name is James Franklin Heineman. In Indiana, he entered the university; his specialty was Russian language and literature.
Desires and aspirations of Jamie
The desire to know the world in all its beauty contributed to the fact that Jamie tried himself in various forms. Inquisitive Jamie Haineman learned a lot of interesting things, he was a tamer of wild animals, the main cook, an expert on survival in the wild. In addition, Heinemann is an excellent ship captain, linguist, machinist, inspector for concrete structures. From each profession, he took something useful, and this helped him move on. At the age of 24, he went to work for a yacht charter company in the Virgin Islands. Six months later, Jamie already had his own yacht and, accordingly, a license for its management. He made more than 3 thousand dives and perfectly mastered this profession. But after a few years, the guy came to the conclusion that he took everything from this work, he was bored. Heinemann gravitated to something interesting and unknown, so he soon became interested in various special effects.
Creative implementation
Jamie started small, working as a janitor at New York-based Eoin Sprott Studio Ltd. The studio's specialization was the creation of technical devices for various films. Among them, the films of the famous director Woody Allen stood out. At first, Jamie cleaned the workshops, transferred various things, he looked closely at everything that was happening in this company. For him, it was a completely new unexplored world, which became interesting and fascinating. For a short time he was a janitor, as he was entrusted with a more interesting job. Heineman was entrusted with work with wood and drywall, and from this began his labor activity, bringing Jamie pleasure.
He was always interested in the filming process of films, so for about four years he was engaged in the creation of paraphernalia and dummies for various films, including "Lunch naked" (1991) and "Arachnophobia" (1990). After some time, he moved to San Francisco and got a job at the special effects company Colossal Pictures. Thanks to the experience gained, Heinemann opened his own business. Revolving in this field, Jamie and his friend Adam Savage created various special effects for famous films, such as Star Wars (I and II) and The Matrix. His professionalism was noticed and appreciated, Jamie Heinemann became popular not only in the world of cinema, but also in advertising. He had a hand in the commercials of famous brands, including 7Up and Nike.
Destroyers program
In 2002, Jamie and his faithful friend Adam began to work hard to create their own program. A year later, the first release of this program was shown. She received the name "Destroyers of Legends." Many have learned about this original person thanks to the aforementioned program. In front of the audience, Heinemann appeared in a rather interesting way. On his shaved head you can almost always see a black beret, but his main advantage is a thick walrus mustache. In programs, Adam often chuckles at his low voice and image in general, but this does not affect their friendly relations at all. Jamie always looks calm and confident, it seems that even the most unforeseen circumstances can not get him crazy. He thinks rationally, relying on his own knowledge and scientific information in one area or another. A friend and colleague is its exact opposite. Adam behaves in this program somewhat randomly, and sometimes even nonchalantly. Calm Jamie often teaches Adam, they say, you first need to think and only then take any action.
Adam Savage and Jamie Heineman use their skills and many years of experience to confirm or refute rumors about various kinds of experiments. Each program is a new experiment that will help to understand the veracity or deceit of certain rumors and legends, walking around the Internet. A frequent guest of their broadcast is a mannequin, which the presenters repair, blow up and do everything that wanders into their enterprising heads.
There are a lot of myths and rumors that fill the earth, and this means that the presenters will never be left without work. Refuting or confirming various rumors, Jamie and Adam are at great risk, because they have to deal with explosions, various chemicals and other hazardous materials. But the courage of two men does not hold. In the program, everything is explained scientifically. If something leading is beyond their power, they recognize it without a twinge of conscience. The main goal of Jamie in creating the program is to convey to the audience her cognitive value.
Personal life of the leader
In 1989, Jamie married Eileen Walsh, a science teacher. In an interview, Heinemann said that his work is an integral part of his personal life, as he spends a lot of time on the set. Jamie and his partner and close friend Adam often have contentious situations, despite this, they infinitely respect each other's opinions and believe that truth is born in a dispute.
Interesting Facts
Here are some interesting facts from Heinemann's life:
- In 2006, received the title of Lifetime Honorary Member, awarded by the California Association of Science Teachers.
- Haineman is afraid of heights.
- Considers himself a skeptic and atheist.
- He speaks Russian.
- Jamie starred with Adam in a film called the Darwin Prize, he played as an arms dealer.
Heinemann is not only a wonderful TV host, but also a wonderful person. He was loved by many viewers. Let us wish him creative ups and inspiration!