MATT STONE

Name, Age & Birthplace

Matthew Richard Stone, known professionally as Matt Stone, was born on May 26, 1971, in Houston, Texas, U.S. He is currently 54 years old .

Early Life & Education

Matt grew up in Littleton, Colorado, a suburb of Denver. He is the son of Gerald Whitney Stone Jr., an economics professor, and Sheila Lois Belasco . With Irish-American roots on his father’s side and Jewish heritage on his mother’s, he attended Heritage High School before going on to University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a double major in film and mathematics in 1993—a decision influenced by his father's desire for a practical degree .

Creative Beginnings

While at university, Matt teamed up with Trey Parker to form the production company Avenging Conscience. They produced short animated films like Jesus vs. Frosty (1992) and Cannibal! The Musical (1993), the latter becoming a cult classic after being picked up by Troma . In 1995, their follow-up short Jesus vs. Santa went viral as an early internet meme, leading directly to a series order from Comedy Central .

Breakthrough with South Park

Premiering on August 13, 1997, South Park burst onto the scene with its edgy humor and sharp satire, quickly becoming Comedy Central’s highest-rated show. Matt co-created, co-wrote, and voiced iconic characters like Kyle Broflovski and Kenny McCormick . The show earned five Primetime Emmy Awards and remains influential for its fearless take on social and political topics .

Film & Other Projects

Matt’s film credits include:

• Cannibal! The Musical (1993) – actor/writer/producer

• Orgazmo (1997) – co-writer/producer/actor 

• South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999) – voices, writing, production

• Team America: World Police (2004) – co-writer, producer, voice roles 

He also co-created TV projects such as That’s My Bush! and lent his voice to various South Park specials and video games through 2024 .

Broadway & Awards

In 2011, Matt and Trey launched the hit Broadway musical The Book of Mormon, winning three Tony Awards and a Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album . Matt's accolades also include at least five Emmys for South Park and several industry honors .

Recent & Upcoming Endeavors

Matt continues to shape the South Park universe via streaming specials like The Streaming Wars and The End of Obesity into 2024 . He’s also lined up an untitled comedy film with Trey Parker and Kendrick Lamar, in production as of October 2024 and aimed for release in March 2026 .

Summary

From his early Colorado roots and hands-on college filmmaking to co-creating one of television’s most satirical series, Matt Stone's artistry spans animation, film, stage, music, and multimedia. His innovative spirit, sharp wit, and creative range have earned him industry respect and a unique place in modern entertainment.