Guy Moon, Acclaimed ‘Fairly OddParents’ Composer, Dies at 63
Guy Moon, the prolific composer whose whimsical and energetic scores defined Nickelodeon’s The Fairly OddParents and several other beloved animated classics, passed away on January 8 following a traffic accident in Los Angeles. He was 63.
The news was confirmed by Moon’s family in a heartfelt Facebook post on January 10. According to the announcement, Moon was riding his Vespa scooter through the Wilmington neighborhood of L.A. when he was struck by a vehicle. He tragically died at the scene from his injuries.
Moon’s career was inextricably linked to the success of The Fairly OddParents, the long-running series following the supernatural adventures of Timmy Turner. Serving as the show’s primary composer from 2001 to 2017, Moon lent his musical genius to over 150 episodes, creating a sonic landscape that became a staple for a generation of viewers.
His exceptional talent did not go unnoticed by the industry. Between 2002 and 2004, Moon earned four Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Music and Lyrics. These nominations were shared with frequent collaborators Butch Hartman and Steve Marmel, with Scott Fellows also joining the creative team for one of the recognized tracks. Furthermore, Moon secured three consecutive BMI Cable Awards (2002–2004) and was honored with an Annie Award in 2007 for his musical contributions to the series.
A native of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, Moon honed his craft at the University of Arizona School of Music. Deeply influenced by the legendary Chick Corea, he launched his professional career in the 1980s. His partnership with creator Butch Hartman extended beyond Timmy Turner’s world, as he also composed for other hit series including Danny Phantom and T.U.F.F. Puppy.
Moon’s versatility allowed him to navigate both television and film. His impressive credits include The Brady Bunch Movie (1995), A Very Brady Sequel (1996), and Come on Get Happy: The Partridge Family Story (1999). Most recently, he was credited as the composer for the 2025 series The Artist, produced for the streaming platform The Network.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Moon; his children, Chelsea, Savannah, and Dusty; his parents; two sisters; and seven grandchildren, with an eighth expected soon.
The family intends to celebrate Moon’s life and legacy with a memorial service in Los Angeles on February 7—which would have marked his 64th birthday. A subsequent remembrance will be held in his home state of Wisconsin at a later date.
