Early Life and Education of Tim Burton: A Complete Timeline

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An overview of the childhood and early education of Tim Burton, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Tim Burton is an acclaimed American filmmaker, artist, and producer, renowned for his contributions to gothic horror and dark fantasy films, thereby popularizing Goth culture within American cinema. His work has earned him an Emmy Award, a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement, and nominations for Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and BAFTA Awards. He was also awarded the Order of Arts and Letters by the Culture Minister of France.

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August 25, 1958: Timothy Walter Burton's Birth

On August 25, 1958, Timothy Walter Burton, who became an American filmmaker, artist, and producer known for his gothic horror and dark fantasy films, was born.

1958: Burton's Younger Years

In 1958, Tim Burton was in his younger years.

1976: Burton's Younger Years

In 1976, Tim Burton was in his younger years.

1976: Enrollment at CalArts

In 1976, after graduating from Burbank High School, Tim Burton attended the California Institute of the Arts in Valencia, Santa Clarita, to study character animation.

1977: Burton During CalArts and Walt Disney

In 1977, Tim Burton was attending CalArts and working with Walt Disney.

1979: Studies at CalArts

Until 1979, Tim Burton studied character animation at the California Institute of the Arts.

1984: Burton During CalArts and Walt Disney

In 1984, Tim Burton was attending CalArts and working with Walt Disney.

1985: Burton Beyond Burbank

In 1985, Tim Burton's career moved beyond Burbank.

1991: Marriage to Lena Gieseke Ends

In 1991, Tim Burton's marriage to Lena Gieseke ended after four years.

1992: Relationship with Lisa Marie Begins

In 1992, Tim Burton began a relationship with model and actress Lisa Marie, who acted in his films from 1992 to 2001.

2001: Relationship with Lisa Marie Ends

In 2001, Tim Burton's relationship with Lisa Marie ended.

2003: Birth of Son

In 2003, Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had a son.

2005: Lisa Marie Auctions Burton's Belongings

In 2005, Lisa Marie held an auction of personal belongings that Tim Burton had left behind, much to his dismay.

2007: Birth of Daughter

In 2007, Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had a daughter.

December 2014: Burton and Bonham Carter Break Up

In December 2014, it was announced that Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had broken up amicably earlier that year.

October 2022: Meets Monica Bellucci at Lyon's Lumière Film Festival

In October 2022, Tim Burton met Italian actress and model Monica Bellucci at the Lyon's Lumière Film Festival.

February 2023: Relationship with Monica Bellucci Reported

In February 2023, Tim Burton's relationship with Italian actress and model Monica Bellucci was reported.

June 2023: Bellucci Speaks Publicly About Relationship

In June 2023, Monica Bellucci first spoke publicly about her relationship with Tim Burton.

September 2023: Report that Burton and Bonham Carter Were Married

In September 2023, The Independent reported that Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had indeed been married for years before their separation.