F. Gary Gray
Keynote Speaker: Director, Film Produce & Actor; Best Known for Directing "Straight Outta Compton," "The Italian Job" & "The Fate of The Furious"
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F. Gary Gray Biography
A versatile film director, producer, and music video director, F. Gary Gray has made a significant mark across various genres, from intense dramas to high-energy action films. His adept storytelling abilities have established him as a prominent figure in Hollywood.
Gray initially emerged on the scene in the early 1990s through his work on notable music videos such as Ice Cube's "It Was a Good Day" and TLC's "Waterfalls." His breakthrough in feature films came with the 1995 comedy "Friday," starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker. This film not only highlighted his directorial prowess but also set the stage for a flourishing career in the film industry.
Building on his early successes, Gray went on to direct impactful movies including "Set It Off," a gripping heist drama featuring four women, and "The Negotiator," a thriller that received critical acclaim and starred Samuel L. Jackson and Kevin Spacey. His directional range expanded with hits like "The Italian Job" and the biopic "Straight Outta Compton," which depicted the ascent of rap group N.W.A. "Straight Outta Compton" was particularly well-received, dominating the box office as the number one movie for three consecutive weeks and garnering critical acclaim.
Gray's filmography also includes "The Fate of the Furious," a part of the "Fast & Furious" series that earned over $1 billion globally, and "Men in Black: International," a continuation of the popular "Men in Black" saga. In addition to his major studio projects, he produced "The Sea of Trees," a film directed by Gus Van Sant and featuring Matthew McConaughey and Naomi Watts.
Beyond filmmaking, Gray is deeply involved in his community, supporting organizations such as the Tom Bradley Youth & Family Center, My Friend’s House Foundation, and Urban Compass. His dedication to philanthropy has earned him multiple commendations from the city of Los Angeles. As a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Gray continues to influence the cinematic landscape significantly.
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F. Gary Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entertainers, Music, Television & Film, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Black History Month, Celebrity, Acting, Anti-Racism and Entertainment.
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F. Gary Gray generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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F. Gary Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entertainers, Music and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book F. Gary Gray for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. F. Gary Gray generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ice Cube, Spike Lee and Cynthia Erivo. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling F. Gary Gray for an upcoming event.
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F. Gary Gray to Direct Hasbro's 'M.A.S.K.' Movie | Hollywood Reporter
It's game on for F. Gary Gray and Hasbro's M.A.S.K. property. The Fate of the Furious filmmaker will direct the project for Paramount, The Hollywood Reporter has ...
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'Straight Outta Compton' is now the highest-grossing film by an African-American director
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Why F. Gary Gray is The Only Director Who Could've Made "Straight Outta Compton"
With a $56 million opening weekend, Straight Outta Compton is a surprise hit. Director F. Gary Gray talks about his history with N.W.A...
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Universal May Revive F. Gary Gray's N.W.A. Biopic
20 November 2012 8:04 AM, PST | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news ». Straight Outta Compton, director F. Gary Gray.s planned biopic of ...
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F. Gary Gray's N.W.A. Biopic 'Straight Outta Compton' Might Land At ...
In the works since 2009, and moving at a snail's pace, the long developing N.W.A. biopic "Straight Outta Compton" is one of the musical biopic projects -- like ...
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How do I book F. Gary Gray to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like F. Gary Gray for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for F. Gary Gray, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for F. Gary Gray or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book F. Gary Gray for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for F. Gary Gray, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire F. Gary Gray, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does F. Gary Gray speak about?
F. Gary Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entertainers, Music, Television & Film, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Black History Month, Celebrity, Acting, Anti-Racism and Entertainment. -
Where does F. Gary Gray travel from?
F. Gary Gray generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for F. Gary Gray?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like F. Gary Gray for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book F. Gary Gray for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host F. Gary Gray or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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