Emmy-Nominated Composer Guy Moon Dies at 63
January 11, 2026 — Los Angeles — Guy Moon, the acclaimed composer behind the music of beloved animated series such as The Fairly OddParents and Danny Phantom, has died at the age of 63. Moon’s family confirmed that he passed away Thursday after sustaining traumatic injuries in a traffic collision in Los Angeles. His death was also reported by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.See More…
Moon was widely celebrated for his work on The Fairly OddParents, composing the score for all ten seasons of the show, which became a defining piece of Nickelodeon’s early 2000s programming. Over his multi-decade career, he received four Primetime Emmy Award nominations, particularly for The Fairly OddParents, and won an Annie Award for his contributions to animation music.
In addition to his work on The Fairly OddParents, Moon composed music for a range of other animated series, including Danny Phantom, T.U.F.F. Puppy, Bunsen Is a Beast, The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle, and The Addams Family. His distinctive compositions—especially the memorable Danny Phantom theme—left a lasting impact on fans of all ages.
Moon’s versatility also extended beyond television animation. Throughout his career he contributed scores to feature films such as The Brady Bunch Movie, A Very Brady Sequel, The Crash, and The Green Veil. He also worked on a variety of TV projects, including Big Time Rush and several animated specials and movies linked to his most famous series.
In a statement shared on social media, Moon’s family expressed profound grief, remembering him as a beloved husband, father, and creative force whose music “left an unmistakable legacy.” They noted that plans are being made for celebrations of his life on his upcoming birthday, February 7, in Los Angeles and later in his hometown in Wisconsin.
Fans and colleagues alike have been paying tribute to Moon’s work, highlighting the way his compositions helped define the energy and emotion of some of the most popular animated series of the past few decades. His music—energetic, emotive, and instantly recognizable—continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
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