Ann Turner Cook (born Ann Leslie Turner; – ) was an American educator and mystery novelist who was best known as the model for the familiar Gerber Baby artwork, seen on baby food packages of the Gerber Products Company.
Ann Turner Cook, who died at 95 on June 3, in St. Petersburg, FL, achieved fame early in life when a sketch of her sweet face became the official trademark for Gerber baby products. She enjoyed being the Gerber baby, but Ann most wanted to be remembered for her 27-year career as an inspiring, creative English teacher.
Ann Turner Cook was just five months old when a sketch of her face was entered into the national contest The woman whose face graced Gerber baby food jars for decades has died. She was 95. The ...
The Original Gerber Baby, Ann Turner Cook, Dies at 95 - People.com
Original 'Gerber baby,' Ann Turner Cook, dies at 95 - NBC News
But mystery novelist and retired English teacher Ann Turner Cook knew the correct answer: She is the Gerber Baby. Dorothy Hope Smith, a neighbor of the Turner family, drew the portrait and after more than 85 years, Mrs. Cook’s sparkling eyes and adorable, curious baby face still personify the Gerber brand, representing Gerber’s commitment ...
TAMPA, Fla. - Ann Turner Cook, whose cherubic baby face was known the world over as the original Gerber baby, has died at 95. Gerber announced Cook's passing in an Instagram post on Friday.
Original Gerber baby Ann Turner Cook dies at 95 - FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Ann Turner Cook (born Ann Leslie Turner; – ) was an American educator and mystery novelist who was best known as the model for the familiar Gerber Baby artwork, seen on baby food packages of the Gerber Products Company. In 1928, Gerber held a contest to find a face to represent a baby food advertising campaign.