Vernon Simeon Plemion Grant (April 26, 1902 - July 9, 1990) was an American illustrator known for his whimsical gnome characters and fairy tale drawings. Over seven decades, Grant created hundreds of illustrations for advertising (General Electric, Gillette, Hershey's. Kellogg's) and major magazines, including Judge and Ladies' Home Journal. He is best known as creator of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal characters Snap! Crackle! and Pop!
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