Happy 38th Birthday to Matt Braly — Creator of Amphibia & Animation Veteran Behind Gravity Falls, Steven Universe, Clara & the Below and Afterworld!
Born November 8, 1988, Thai-American animator, writer, director and producer Matt Braly celebrates his 38th birthday today! From working on some of modern animation’s most beloved shows to creating an entire world of his own, Braly has become one of the defining animation storytellers of his generation.
• Creator & Executive Producer — Amphibia
• Storyboard Artist & Director — Gravity Falls
• Writer / Storyboard Artist / Director — Big City Greens
• Writer / Storyboard Artist — Steven Universe
• Creator — Clara & the Below
• Writer / Creator — AFTERWORLD: กลับบ้าน
• Voice of Chuck and additional characters — Amphibia
Braly’s defining creation is Disney’s Amphibia, the three-season fantasy adventure following Anne Boonchuy, Sprig, Polly and Hop Pop. The series drew heavily from his Thai-American heritage, family experiences and childhood visits to Thailand.
Braly is now moving deeper into independent animation with Clara & the Below, his gothic-horror reinterpretation of The Nutcracker. Its enormously successful Kickstarter raised $443,662, and an official teaser is scheduled for Christmas Day 2026, ahead of full episodes in 2027.
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Happy 37th Birthday to the incredibly talented Kimiko Glenn!
From bringing heart to Niffty in Hazbin Hotel and Peni Parker in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, to voicing fan-favorite characters in Kiff and Baby Shark's Big Show!, Kimiko Glenn has showcased an incredible range across animation and beyond. Her energetic performances and unforgettable voice work have made her one of the most beloved talents in the industry.
Happy Birthday, Kimiko! What's your favorite role she's played? 🎉🎙️