History of Tony Timpone in Timeline

Tony Timpone dedicated his career to the horror genre, primarily through his long-standing role as editor of Fangoria magazine. Beyond this, he contributed to the world of horror as an author, penning books about the genre. He also programmed film festivals specializing in horror cinema. Additionally, Timpone produced and conducted interviews for television and radio shows focused on horror. His diverse work in various media cemented his status as a prominent figure within the horror community.

1985: Graduation and Early Career

In 1985, Tony Timpone graduated from New York University with a degree in journalism. He had written for the university's newspapers, The Courier and Washington Square News, and had a passion for monster magazines.

1985: Fangoria Career Progression

In 1985, shortly after joining Fangoria, Tony Timpone became the Managing Editor under Dave McDonnell. The following year, he was promoted to Editor in Chief.

1985: Start at Fangoria

Tony Timpone began working at Fangoria magazine in 1985 after graduating college. This marked the beginning of his long career with the publication.

1986: Weekend of Horrors Involvement

Tony Timpone started as co-producer, programming producer, and moderator for Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors conventions in 1986.

1989: Gorezone Editor

Tony Timpone started editing Fangoria's sister publication, Gorezone, in 1989.

1991: Consulting on Fangoria Films

In 1991, Tony Timpone worked as a consultant on two Fangoria movies: Mindwarp and Children of the Night.

1992: Consulting on Severed Ties

In 1992, Tony Timpone continued his consulting work for Fangoria films, working on Severed Ties.

1993: End of Gorezone

In 1993, Gorezone, the magazine edited by Tony Timpone, ceased publication.

1993: International Film Festival Involvement and Monster Mondays

Starting in 1993, Tony Timpone began programming international horror/fantasy festivals and hosting "Monster Mondays" film series.

1996: Men, Makeup, and Monsters Publication

Tony Timpone published "Men, Makeup, and Monsters: Hollywood's Masters of Illusion and FX" under the name Anthony Timpone in 1996.

1998: Fantasia Film Festival

Starting in 1998, Tony Timpone took on the role of co-director of international programming for the Fantasia Film Festival in Montreal, Canada.

2004: Producer on 100 Scariest Movie Moments

Tony Timpone served as a producer on Bravo's documentary series "The 100 Scariest Movie Moments" in 2004, connecting the filmmakers with figures in the horror industry.