Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. (born July 22, 1964; age 58) is an American video and commercial director best known as the ex-husband of Hollywood actress Tea Leoni.
Neil worked as a director for several film production companies before launching his own. After divorcing Teh, the New York native married a second time and had two children with his second wife.
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr Age, Height and Weight
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr., video and commercial director, is 58 years old and was born on July 22, 1964. His birthplace is Rye, New York, indicating his American citizenship. He is White.
Magaret and Neil J. Tardio Sr. have been identified as his parents. His father is a director and owner of Tardio Productions, a New York-based film production company specializing in TV commercials. Neil attended Boston University to pursue a degree in Film/Cinema/Video after completing his basic academic qualifications at Rye Country Day School.
Profession Neil Joseph Tardio Jr
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. began his career as an agency producer and writer at advertising agencies Saatchi & Saatchi and DDB/Chicago after graduating from Boston University. In 1992, he began working as a director for Fahrenheit Films, a production company based in Santa Monica, California for music videos and commercials.
Neil’s first assignment at Fahrenheit Films was a blessing; he was cast in Madonna’s “Rock The Vote” special in 1992, which earned him a Peabody Award. Neil moved to Channel 1 and ESPN’s children’s sports program “PE TV” to direct 32 episodes after his work on “Rock The Vote” finished. He went on to co-direct the web series “Lifeisode.”
Neil has directed music videos for A-list artists such as Queen Latifah and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. “Joint Man” director spot for A Partnership for a Drug-Free America was nominated for an Emmy. His original screenplay for Son of Santa was bought by United Artists, and he is currently working on a TV series with Mitch Hurwitz.
Joseph Tardio Jr. worked as a comedian and storyteller for AT&T, Coca-Cola, Budweiser, ESPN, Nike, McDonald’s, Volkswagen and Virgin. Neil achieved all this through the use of his own company, Third Street Mining Company.
She joined the production crew of “Mrs. Bond” in 2015, alongside other commercial veterans, social media phenoms and renowned TV/Film directors, for exclusive US venue representation. Neil has a talent for dialogue and casting, which led him to join the “Durable Goods” team for commercial representation in the United States.
Some of his recent work can be seen in the Bank of America comedy video, Arnold Boston’s Kaplan University spot, JWT Canada’s Tim Hortons video and Crispin Porter + Bogusky’s Domino campaign.
Some of Neil’s Future Projects
In the future, Neil is set to direct “ShortCut Man,” a feature film based on the critically acclaimed novel by PG Sturges. He is also expected to star in the feature film “The Wrong Man.” The commercial and video director is currently working on two children’s books.
Taking into account all his professional endeavors, we can confidently classify Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. as a director of music videos, TV shows/web series and commercials. His screenwriter’s hat also fits, and his company, Third Street Mining Company, qualifies him as a businessman.
Married Life of Neil Joseph Tardio Jr
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. was married twice in his life. He is better known as the ex-husband of actress Tea Leoni. He is now happily married to Julia Sayre Hine.
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. was Téa Leoni’s husband for four years. According to reports, Neil and Tea were both on holiday when they first met; this happened in 1986, and they dated for almost five years before getting married on June 8, 1991.
The nature of their wedding ceremony has never been revealed, but it was held at the Episcopal Church of St. Luke in Hope, New Jersey. Their marriage, however, could not stand the test of time, and it ended on October 1, 1995, just four years after their marriage.
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr. Divorce
Neil and Tea both refuse to discuss the circumstances that led to their divorce. However, several rumors began to circulate in the public sphere, claiming that the couple did not trust each other. As a result, they decided to separate.
Having said that, the fact that they have no children made their divorce very easy, and they have moved in with other partners.
Neil Married Julia Sayre Hine
Following the finalization of Neil Joseph Tardio Jr.’s divorce. from Tea, the video and commercial director began dating Julia Sayre Hine. Julia is listed as a member of the staff of Random House, a publishing company based in New York where she works as a special marketing manager.
Julia graduated with honors from Barnard College. His mother works as a consultant for the New York-based firm Tips on Trips and Camps, and his father is Vice President of Advertising and Marketing Communications for the Chicago-based Quaker Oats Company.
Neil was still working for Fahrenheit Films in Santa Monica, California when they exchanged wedding vows. Neil seems to be making it second time around, as his marriage is thriving, and has already produced a child.
After revealing it, we also have to admit that Neil has been the subject of gay rumors. The video director was once thought to be homosexual, but he has proved them wrong with the success of his marriage so far.
Children of Neil Joseph Tardio Jr
Neil’s second marriage to Julia produced two children, a boy and a girl, despite the fact that he never had children with Tea. Max Tardio, the couple’s first child, quickly became a big brother to his sister, Charlie Tardio. The Tardios currently reside in Los Angeles, where they are raising their children.
Neil seems to be an experienced father, as the director of the video has been seen talking about parenting in public on several occasions.
Ex-husband of Téa Leoni
Neil Joseph Tardio Jr’s whereabouts are still unknown, despite the fact that he left the limelight after divorcing his celebrity actress ex-wife. The father of two still resides in Los Angeles, California, and continues to direct music videos and commercials.
In addition, he is still married to his second wife, Julia, and the couple apparently plans to extend their relationship as far into the future as possible.
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