Guy Moon
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| Background information | |
| Born | Guy Vernon Moon February 7, 1962 Madison, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | January 8, 2026 (aged 63) Wilmington, California, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Instruments | Synthesizers, keyboards, drums, percussion |
| Years active | 1987–2026 |
Guy Vernon Moon (February 7, 1962 – January 8, 2026) was an American composer who worked on children's animated shows such as The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, Cow and Chicken, and Johnny Test.[1][2] Moon graduated from the University of Arizona before starting his composition career. He was noted for his frequent collaboration with animator Butch Hartman, with his work being nominated for four Emmy Awards.
Early life and education
[edit]Guy Vernon Moon was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on February 7, 1962.[3] Moon was raised in Fort Atkinson,[4] where he would start his music career. Moon played piano for his school's swing choir and tuba in the marching band. He also composed cadences for the marching band.[3] While in high school he earned the John Philip Sousa band award.[5] He graduated from the University of Arizona School of Music.[6] The program would occasionally perform pieces by Moon in the years following his graduation.[7][8] Moon moved from Wisconsin to California in 1986.[9]
Career
[edit]In his early career in the 1980s, Moon composed the film Creepozoids (1987).[10] He went on to begin his work in animated films, contributing to the score of movie The Land Before Time (1988) before composing for the shows The Addams Family (1992) and Johnny Bravo (1997).[6]
Moon's background in jazz music informed his compositions, mostly music for film and animated television series. He cited Carl Stalling and Raymond Scott as influences for his cartoon work.[5] He had a working relationship with animator Butch Hartman, working on his series The Fairly OddParents (2001–2016), Danny Phantom (2004–2007), T.U.F.F. Puppy (2010–2015), and Bunsen Is a Beast (2017–2018).[9][11] He won a 2007 Annie Award for music in a television production, three consecutive BMI Cable Awards from 2002 to 2004, and earned four Emmy nominations for his work on The Fairly OddParents.[12] Moon composed other Nickelodeon cartoons including ChalkZone (2002–2005), Back at the Barnyard (2007–2010), and the live action series Big Time Rush (2009–2013).[6] He also worked on the Cartoon Network shows Cow and Chicken and The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy.[1] He was also credited with composing and orchestrating the music for The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest, as well as both the original and revival series of Johnny Test.[13]
Moon also worked on feature films, including Fight Club (1999), Minority Report (2002) and Evan Almighty (2007). His later career was dedicated to more live action works including The Green Vail (2024) and The Artist (2025).[6] Moon was noted for his faith[3] and taught at the Mekane Yesus Seminary, travelling to Ethiopia in 2011 to teach students film and media techniques.[14][15]
Personal life and death
[edit]Moon resided in San Fernando Valley. He was married and had three children. He suffered from tinnitus in his final years after sustaining an injury to his eardrum.[6]
On January 8, 2026, Moon was hit by a vehicle while riding a scooter in Wilmington, Los Angeles. He died of traumatic injuries at the scene, at the age of 63.[6][16][17][18]
Filmography
[edit]Source:[19]
Film
[edit]| Year | Film | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Creepozoids | |
| 1988 | Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama | |
| 1989 | The Runnin' Kind | |
| Deadly Weapon | ||
| The Occultist | ||
| 1990 | Diving In | |
| 1991 | Reason for Living: The Jill Ireland Story | |
| Pink Lightning | ||
| Love and Curses... and All That Jazz | ||
| Captive | ||
| 1995 | The Brady Bunch Movie | |
| Out-of-Sync | ||
| Howling: New Moon Rising | ||
| 1996 | A Very Brady Sequel | |
| 1999 | Come On Get Happy: The Partridge Family Story | |
| 2001 | These Old Broads | |
| The Way She Moves | ||
| 2003 | The Electric Piper | Produced in 2000[20] |
| 2004 | Mickey | |
| The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour | ||
| 2006 | The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour 2: When Nerds Collide | |
| The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour 3: The Jerkinators | ||
| 2009 | The Call | [21] |
| 2010 | Forsaken | [22] |
| 2011 | A Fairly Odd Movie: Grow Up, Timmy Turner! | |
| 2012 | Big Time Movie | |
| A Fairly Odd Christmas | ||
| 2014 | A Fairly Odd Summer | |
| 2017 | The Crash | |
| 2024 | Ryan's World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure | Final film |
Television
[edit]| Year | Series | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1988–1989 | Baby Boom | |
| 1989–1990 | The Famous Teddy Z | |
| Brand New Life | ||
| Snoops | ||
| 1990 | Elvis | |
| Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue | ||
| 1991–1992 | Man of the People | |
| 1992–1993 | The Addams Family | |
| 1992–1996 | California Dreams | |
| 1993–1995 | 2 Stupid Dogs | |
| 1996–1997 | The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest | |
| 1996 | Cave Kids | |
| 1997 | Johnny Bravo | Season 1 only |
| 1997–1999 | Cow and Chicken | |
| 1998–2001 | Oh Yeah! Cartoons | Episodes: "The Fairly OddParents" segments, "Hobart" segments, "Enchanted Adventures", "The Man with No Nose", "Terry and Chris" |
| 1999 | Little Witch | |
| 1999–2000 | Movie Stars | |
| 1999–2000; 2002; 2005; 2023–2025 | SpongeBob SquarePants | 7 episodes (with the soundtrack "Bartmania A") |
| 2001–2017 | The Fairly OddParents | |
| 2002–2004 | ChalkZone | |
| 2003 | The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius | Additional music (episodes: "The Eggpire Strikes Back", "Love Potion 976/J", "Holly Jolly Jimmy", "Operation: Rescue Jet Fusion") |
| 2004–2007 | Danny Phantom | Theme song composer and performer |
| 2005–2008 | Johnny Test | |
| 2006–2009 | Yin Yang Yo! | Theme song writer |
| 2007–2009 | Tak and the Power of Juju | |
| 2007–2011 | Back at the Barnyard | Also voice as a vocalist for the episode "A Barn Days Night" |
| 2008–2009 | Random! Cartoons | Episodes: "Sparkles and Gloom", "Super John Doe Junior", "Dr. Dee and Bit Boy" |
| 2009–2013 | Big Time Rush | with Dusty Moon |
| 2010–2015 | T.U.F.F. Puppy | |
| 2014–2016 | 100 Things to Do Before High School | |
| 2017–2018 | Bunsen Is a Beast | |
| 2018–2019 | The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle | |
| 2021–2022 | Johnny Test | Netflix revival series |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Perez, Kate (January 11, 2026). "Guy Moon, mind behind music in Nickelodeon's 'Fairly OddParents,' dies". USA TODAY. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ Valdez, Nick (January 11, 2026). "Guy Moon, Legendary Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network Composer, Dies at 63". ComicBook.com. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ a b c "Guy Vernon Moon". Daily Jefferson County Union. January 16, 2026. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ Cummings, Tony (November 14, 2012). "Chelsea Moon: Giving ancient hymnody a bluegrass makeover". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved January 13, 2026.
Chelsea spoke about her own musical background. "My dad grew up in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. His name is Guy Moon; [...]"
- ^ a b Kimpel, Dan (February 26, 2009). "Guy Moon and Butch Hartman: Sassy Sounds for Quick-Cut Capers". Broadcast Music, Inc. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f Rosario, Alexandra Del (January 12, 2026). "Guy Moon, Emmy-nominated composer of beloved Nickelodeon animated shows, dies at 63". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved January 13, 2026.
- ^ Urreiztieta, Ariezeder (November 6, 1987). "KUAT radio plots 'killer' programs". Arizona Daily Star. p. 46.
Students or former students [of the University of Arizona] whose work will be heard on this program include Guy Moon, now in Los Angeles [...]
- ^ Reel, James (January 17, 1992). "'Fiesta' has good musicians playing pretty bland music". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ a b Walcott, Escher (January 11, 2026). "Guy Moon, Emmy-Nominated Nickelodeon Composer, Dies in Car Crash at 63: 'He Has Left an Unmistakable Legacy'". People. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ "Slave Girls / Creepozoids". Daily News. September 25, 1987. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ McEntyre, Nicholas (January 11, 2026). "Emmy-nominated Nickelodeon composer Guy Moon, 63, killed in Los Angeles car crash". New York Post. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ Grein, Paul (January 13, 2026). "Guy Moon, Emmy-Nominated Composer of 'The Fairly OddParents,' Dead at 63". Billboard. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ Franklin, McKinley (January 10, 2026). "Guy Moon, 'The Fairly OddParents' and 'Danny Phantom' Composer, Dies at 63". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ Ware, John David (November 21, 2012). "The New Jesus Film?". 168 Film Project. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ "Community Mourns Visionary Mentor Guy Moon". Oromedia. January 11, 2026. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ Oganesyan, Natalie (January 10, 2026). "Guy Moon Dies: Emmy-Nominated 'Fairly OddParents' Composer Was 63". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ Staff, TMZ (January 11, 2026). "Emmy-Nominated Composer Guy Moon Dies In Tragic Auto Accident". TMZ. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ Clarendon, Dan (January 11, 2026). "Guy Moon, 'The Fairly OddParents' & 'Danny Phantom' Composer, Dies at 63 After Accident". TV Insider. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ "Guy Moon". TV Guide. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ "The Electric Piper". AFI. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ "7th Annual 168 Film Festival Nominations & Awards 2009". 168 Film. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
- ^ "168 Film Festival Nominations & Awards 2010". 168 Film. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
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- American electronic composers
- American film score composers
- American house musicians
- American male film score composers
- American male television composers
- American rock musicians
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- Animated film score composers
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