Matt Maiellaro Biography

Fast Facts

• He and Dave Willis were nominated for an Annie for Writing in a Television Production for "The Creditor" episode of "Aqua Teen Hunger Force․"
• Was inspired by animator Don Hertzfeldt, and even used his signature style in "The Broodwich" episode of "Aqua Teen Hunger Force" as a tribute
• Quote: "I didn't work on '12 oz․' as much as I lived it․ I was, and still am, constantly immersed in that world․"
• Known for co-creating and writing surreal comedies for Adult Swim that often eschew traditional storytelling forms, including Aqua Teen Hunger Force and Perfect Hair Forever
• Started working with writing partner Dave Willis in 1995
• Drew the "12 oz․ Mouse" character Rhoda on the back of a "Perfect Hair" script, and when it was scanned into the computer the text showed through, a detail that remains in the final series
• Enjoys playing the electric guitar and formed the rock band Donnell Hubbard with his friend Barry Mills