Childhood and Education Journey of Quentin Tarantino in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Quentin Tarantino. From birth to education, explore key events.

Quentin Tarantino is a highly influential American filmmaker, actor, and author celebrated for his distinct cinematic style. His films are known for their graphic violence, lengthy dialogues laden with profanity, and extensive pop culture references. Tarantino's work has garnered a devoted cult following, critical acclaim, and commercial success, establishing him as a leading director of his generation. He has received numerous accolades, including multiple Academy Awards, BAFTA Awards, and Golden Globe Awards. His films have collectively grossed over $1.9 billion worldwide, solidifying his impact on the film industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

March 27, 1963: Quentin Tarantino's Birth

On March 27, 1963, Quentin Jerome Tarantino was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Connie McHugh and Tony Tarantino.

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1966: Moved to Los Angeles

In 1966, Quentin Tarantino's mother returned to Los Angeles with her son.

1971: Watching Carnal Knowledge

In 1971, Quentin Tarantino was allowed to watch more mature movies, such as Carnal Knowledge.

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1972: Watching Deliverance

In 1972, Quentin Tarantino was allowed to watch more mature movies, such as Deliverance.

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1973: Moved to Knoxville, and later back to Torrance

In 1973, after his mother's divorce and misdiagnosis, Quentin Tarantino was sent to live with his grandparents in Knoxville. Less than a year later, he returned to Torrance.

1977: Wrote Captain Peachfuzz and the Anchovy Bandit

At the age of 14, Quentin Tarantino wrote one of his earliest works, a screenplay called Captain Peachfuzz and the Anchovy Bandit which was based on the 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit.

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1995: Publication of interview with Tony Tarantino

In 1995, an interview with Quentin Tarantino's biological father, Tony Tarantino, whom he had never met, was included in a biography by Jami Bernard. Tarantino considered the article "pretty tasteless", which lead to the confrontation with Chris Connelly at the 1997 Oscars.

2009: Meeting Daniella Pick

In 2009, Quentin Tarantino met Daniella Pick in Israel while promoting Inglourious Basterds. They would later become engaged on June 30, 2017.

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October 2015: Attendance at police brutality protest

In October 2015, Quentin Tarantino attended a rally in New York protesting police brutality and spoke out against murder by authorities.

2015: Support for Barack Obama and Black Lives Matter

In 2015, Quentin Tarantino stated that Barack Obama is his favorite president and voiced his support for the Black Lives Matter movement.

June 30, 2017: Engagement to Daniella Pick

On June 30, 2017, Quentin Tarantino became engaged to Israeli singer Daniella Pick.

November 28, 2018: Marriage to Daniella Pick

On November 28, 2018, Quentin Tarantino married Daniella Pick in a Reform Jewish ceremony in Beverly Hills.

January 2020: Splitting time between Tel Aviv and Los Angeles

As of January 2020, Quentin Tarantino and Daniella Pick were splitting their time between Tel Aviv and Los Angeles, with Tarantino trying to learn Hebrew.

February 22, 2020: Birth of first child

On February 22, 2020, Quentin Tarantino and Daniella Pick's son was born in Israel.

June 2021: Declares himself as an atheist

In June 2021, Quentin Tarantino stated that he was an atheist.

July 3, 2022: Birth of second child

On July 3, 2022, Quentin Tarantino and Daniella Pick's second child, a daughter, was born in Israel.

October 7, 2023: Visit to Israeli military base

On October 7, 2023, Quentin Tarantino visited a military base in southern Israel to "boost the morale" of Israeli troops following the Hamas-led attack.

August 2024: Support for Kamala Harris in 2024 presidential election

In August 2024, Quentin Tarantino expressed his intention to vote for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election on Bill Maher's podcast Club Random.