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
Musician forms band in which adults with disabilities can rock on
Dan McGowan helped create a rock band called, 'Wheelz,' featuring residents within the wheelchair community at Inglis House.
How Eagles fans got two 'Duct Tape Lombardi' trophies into the parade and back
History has repeated itself for Eagles fans who created larger-than-life duct-tape trophies and watched them soar at two Super Bowl Parades.
Camden students build cardboard planetarium and more for 'NJ Makers Day'
Students like Nayla Perez put their heads together to make high-tech creations for the annual 'NJ Makers Day.'
Breast cancer survivor & daughter spread flowers throughout Philly
Florist Traci Smith's battle with breast cancer blossomed into a sisterhood to help other women walking in her shoes.
Seniors serve from their seats in 'Hands Up Volleyball' matches in Bucks County
When these seniors in Bucks County get together to play volleyball, there's two things to remember: sit down and hands up.
Philadelphia artist, veteran creates unique 'Dust Shaped Hearts'
Donald E. Camp, an artist and Air Force veteran, has mastered a unique style you'll have to see to believe.
12-year-old donates footballs in honor of 'Saquon Barkley Day'
Jayden Edwards was inspired by his favorite athlete, Saquon Barkley, to donate dozens of footballs to the Olivet Boys and Girls Club.
Pa. music teacher helps kids of all abilities find their rhythm
Shana Pistilli is on a mission to help everyone make music in their lives, no matter what challenges they face.
South Jersey rescue team helps sick foxes get a second chance
Luke Ogden and his team at 'An Itch in Time - Mangy Fox Rescue' trap and transport sick and injured foxes to wildlife rehabilitators.
Drone helps reunite lost puppy with owner in South Jersey
It's a moment you have to see to believe when a puppy lost for over 24 hours was found by a drone in just 41 minutes.