Early Life and Education of Tim Burton: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Tim Burton, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Tim Burton is a celebrated American filmmaker and producer, renowned for his unique gothic horror and dark fantasy style that significantly impacted American cinema and popularized Goth culture. His work has garnered him an Emmy Award and nominations for prestigious awards like the Academy Awards, Golden Globe, and BAFTAs. Recognized for his lifetime achievements, he received the Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival in 2007 and the Order of Arts and Letters from the Culture Minister of France in 2010.
7 hours ago : Tim Burton Teases New Movie and Animated Project After Beetlejuice 2 Success
Tim Burton is hinting at an upcoming movie after the success of Beetlejuice 2. He also mentioned a new animated project, stating that he is currently waiting for the script.
August 25, 1958: Tim Burton's Birth
On August 25, 1958, Timothy Walter Burton was born. He is an American filmmaker and producer known for his gothic horror and dark fantasy films.
1958: Start of 'Surviving Burbank' exhibition coverage
In 1958, the "Surviving Burbank" section of the Tim Burton exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Art began to cover Tim Burton's younger years.
1976: Enrolled at California Institute of the Arts
In 1976, Tim Burton attended the California Institute of the Arts in Valencia, Santa Clarita, to study character animation, marking a significant step in his formal education and career path.
1976: End of 'Surviving Burbank' exhibition coverage
In 1976, the "Surviving Burbank" section of the Tim Burton exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Art concluded its coverage of Tim Burton's younger years.
1977: Start of 'Beautifying Burbank' exhibition coverage
In 1977, the "Beautifying Burbank" section of the Tim Burton exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Art began, covering his time with CalArts and Walt Disney.
1979: Graduation from CalArts
In 1979, Tim Burton graduated from the California Institute of the Arts, completing his formal education in character animation.
1982: Tribute to Vincent Price
Tim Burton paid tribute to Vincent Price, one of his horror film idols, in his short film in 1982, demonstrating the early influences that shaped his career.
1984: End of 'Beautifying Burbank' exhibition coverage
In 1984, the "Beautifying Burbank" section of the Tim Burton exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Art concluded its coverage of his time with CalArts and Walt Disney.
1991: Divorce from Lena Gieseke
In 1991, Tim Burton's marriage to Lena Gieseke ended after four years.
1992: Relationship with Lisa Marie begins
In 1992, Tim Burton started his relationship with model and actress Lisa Marie.
2001: Relationship with Lisa Marie ends
In 2001, Tim Burton's relationship with Lisa Marie ended.
2003: Birth of Burton's son
In 2003, Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had a son.
2005: Lisa Marie holds auction of 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 Burton's daughter
In 2007, Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had a daughter.
December 2014: Burton and Bonham Carter separate
In December 2014, it was announced that Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton had amicably separated earlier that year.
October 2022: Burton and Bellucci met at Lyon's Lumière Film Festival
In October 2022, Tim Burton met Monica Bellucci at the Lyon's Lumière Film Festival.
February 2023: Burton's relationship with Bellucci reported
In February 2023, Tim Burton's relationship with Monica Bellucci was reported.
June 2023: Bellucci speaks publicly about relationship with Burton
In June 2023, Monica Bellucci first spoke publicly about her relationship with Tim Burton.
September 2023: Report of Burton and Bonham Carter's marriage
In September 2023, The Independent reported that Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter had been married for years before their separation.
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