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Budd HopkinsAmerican artist, sculptor and UFO researcher
Date of Birth: 15.06.1931
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Budd Hopkins
Budd Hopkins, an American artist, sculptor, and UFO researcher, was born in Wheeling, West Virginia in 1931. After graduating from Oberlin College in 1953, he moved to New York City, where he spent the rest of his life. Hopkins gained recognition as a renowned artist and sculptor, exhibiting his works in prestigious museums such as the Whitney Museum, Guggenheim Museum, Hirshhorn Museum, and Museum of Modern Art. He also wrote articles on art for various magazines and delivered lectures at several art schools.
UFO Research
In 1964, Hopkins, along with two others, claimed to have encountered a UFO. This experience deeply affected him, leading to his interest in UFO research. He extensively studied the subject, accumulating over a hundred documented testimonies, which he called "alien-human hybrids." Hopkins believed that extraterrestrials planned to reproduce humans with specific qualities. Interestingly, Hopkins was not a supporter of friendly alien encounters; instead, he believed that extraterrestrials should leave humans alone.
By the late 1980s, Hopkins had become one of the most influential figures in ufology. In 1989, he founded the non-profit organization "Intruders Foundation" to publish his research. He authored several popular books on alien abductions, including "Missing Time." Despite facing skepticism and criticism from skeptics, Hopkins remained dedicated to his work. The Intruders Foundation received thousands of reports from individuals claiming to have had encounters with aliens, and the organization held seminars in many countries.
Film and Book
In 1992, Hopkins wrote the screenplay for the highly popular film "Intruders," based on his and his organization's research. The film depicted the efforts of a psychiatrist and an alien abduction expert investigating a series of abductions. In 1996, Hopkins released the book "Witnessed," which examined a classic abduction case that occurred near the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City in 1989.
Controversies
Hopkins often employed hypnosis in his research, which led to accusations of charlatanism and tampering with facts. However, he claimed that many of his sessions were conducted in the presence of observers, including scientists and journalists. According to Hopkins, the number of abductions increased during global crises, such as World Wars, suggesting a connection between these events. He also warned that the rise in abduction cases in 2010 indicated an impending global catastrophe.
Legacy and Death
Budd Hopkins unexpectedly passed away on August 21, 2011, from a brief battle with cancer. Shortly before his death, he had claimed to be in good health and full of plans, despite being 80 years old. Hopkins left behind a profound impact on the field of ufology and his contributions continue to be studied and debated by researchers in the field.
