Matteo Iadonisi
Born in Philadelphia and raised in South Jersey, Matteo has deep roots planted on both sides of the Delaware River.
Matteo started making home videos when he was just 10 years old. He then went hands-on with media production at Paul VI High School and Rowan University, where he earned two bachelor's degrees.
Before joining 6abc, Matteo was the Production Director at Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM. Since then, he has been an Action News intern, associate producer, tour guide, and now Community Journalist.
Since 2019, Matteo has produced over 1,200 human-interest stories. As both a videographer and editor, he stays behind the camera in order to empower members of the community to have their own voices heard.
Matteo shares a passion for videography and storytelling with his brother, Nick Iadonisi. In 2023, Nick joined the Action News family as a fellow Community Journalist! The brothers continue to make home videos in their free time and frequently share tips and tricks of the trade.
Matteo and Nick's father was an Italian immigrant and guitarist who formed the local wedding band, Adonis, and performed for three decades alongside their mother, who was the lead singer. They lived the 'American Dream' and always fostered their children's interests so they could pursue their own.
The storytellers who never left home have reached every corner of the tri-state area and each story has touched their hearts in return!
Matteo's Stories
A wooded wonderland awaits at the Mt. Cuba Center in the hills of Hockessin, Delaware
The crown jewel at the peak of a winding road is the Mt. Cuba Center in Delaware, which is blooming with seasonal flowers in a wooded wonderland.
Philly Principal helps students pitch products like true entrepreneurs
We're Philly Proud of Principal Khadijah Bright, who encourages students to create their own products and pitch their ideas like true entrepreneurs.
Students buddy-up with individuals with disabilities during 'Festival of Friends'
Washington Township High school students make the 'Festival of Friends' a day to remember for children and adults who have disabilities.
Camden family of firefighters, police officers celebrate new milestone
Jennifer Barrientos-Morris, one of three triplets in the line of duty, became the first female Assistant Chief Fire Marshal of the Camden Fire Department.
Black-owned business bus tour rolls through West Philadelphia
The inaugural 'Black-Owned Businesses Bus Tour' gave passengers a taste of the food, fashion, and bright future in West Philadelphia.
The Ahmad Butler Foundation donates laptops to children's hospital patients
The Ahmad Butler Foundation donates laptops to area hospitals so children can get reconnected with education and entertainment.
Bartender celebrates 50 years working at McGillin's Olde Ale House
Army veteran and bartender John Doyle has made a name for himself at McGillin's Olde Ale House over the past 50 years.
Philly Park Friends groups celebrate 30 years of nurturing the neighborhood
Over the years, Gregorio Pac Cojulun Jr. witnessed the transformation of his West Philly park from a block full of trees into a vibrant gathering space for all ages.
South Philadelphia student makes school history with scholarship to Yale University
18-year-old Dexter Resta, the oldest of five raised by a single mom, is the first student in his school's history to earn a full ride to Yale University
Philadelphia teen makes tributes to lives cut short on 'Philly Angelsss' Instagram page
Kameenah Bronzell posts tributes to lost loved ones like her own brother, whose life was cut short due to gun violence.