Fonzworth Bentley
Keynote Speaker: Musician, Author and TV personality; MTV's "From G's to Gents"
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Fonzworth Bentley Biography
Named by GQ magazine as the First Gentleman of Hip Hop, Fonzworth Bentley, born Derek Watkins, is an artist and pop culture style icon. As producer and host of the hit MTV show, "From Gs to Gents," and author of New York Times best-selling self-help book "Advance Your Swagger How to Use Manners, Confidence and Style to Get Ahead," Fonzworth Bentley has achieved worldwide acclaim.
By age 2, this Atlanta native was studying the Suzuki method in violin and became the concertmaster at his performing arts high school before going on to major in Biology at Morehouse College. After working in the Genetics lab following graduation, he was recruited to New York by Ralph Lauren and began pursuing his entertainment dream. He caught the attention of top luminaries and began learning alongside Russell Simmons, Sean Combs and Andre Harrell. After Kanye West called desiring to produce music for him, Bentley began CoolOutrageousLoversOfUniquelyRawStyle (C.O.L.O.U.R.S.), his soon to be released album. His debut live performance was at Radio City Music Hall for CBS Fashion Rocks, and he has since headlined on the BET College Tour, performed on Celebration of Gospel, and his videos have played on MTV, 106 & Park, and VH1.
Bentley has acted in the films "Honey" and "Fat Albert," and he has been a guest on talk shows Jimmy Kimmel Live, Conan OBrien, Wendy Williams, Chelsea Handler, The Today Show and The Late Show with David Letterman. At the request of Will.i.am, he is featured, playing the violin in the groundbreaking "Yes We Can" video and was a member of the chorus for the remake of "We Are The World."
He is a mainstay on the speaking circuit at churches, high schools, colleges and universities and created a curriculum piloted at Spelman College and Mississippi Valley State College, The Competitive Advantage, giving students necessary tools to empower them to stand out in today's global economy. With his upcoming album C.O.L.O.U.R.S., this artist, author, actor, producer and entrepreneur will continue to shape the world with his mission to educate and inspire others through projects in film, television and stage.
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Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Fonzworth Bentley for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Fonzworth Bentley, 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 pricing information and check availability for Fonzworth Bentley or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Fonzworth Bentley?
Booking fees for Fonzworth Bentley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Fonzworth Bentley, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Fonzworth Bentley?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Fonzworth Bentley for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent 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. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Fonzworth Bentley for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Fonzworth Bentley or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Fonzworth Bentley or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Fonzworth Bentley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entertainers, Authors and Diversity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Fonzworth Bentley for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Fonzworth Bentley generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, Bertice Berry and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Fonzworth Bentley for an upcoming event.
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Fonzworth Bentley Resurrects His Music Career
Fonzworth Bentley—once famously known as Diddy’s well-dressed butler and later known as the dandiest of artists signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music imprint—was supposed to release his debut album, C.O.L.O.U.R.S., four years ago.
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First Gentleman of Hip Hop Fonzworth Bentley to speak at FVSU
The First Gentleman of Hip Hop, Derek "Fonzworth Bentley" Watkins, will be the guest lecturer Thursday at Fort Valley State University.
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Fonzworth Bentley Explains How Kanye West And Gucci Mane Came Together For “Champions”
Mr. Bentley shared a great deal of knowledge in a Twitter Q&A with fans this afternoon
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‘First Gentleman of Hip Hop’ Fonzworth Bentley speaks at Lane College
The Lane College singers opened up weekly chapel before the “First Gentleman of Hip Hop” Fonzworth Bentley gave an inspirational message.
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Fonzworth Bentley, Faune Chambers Welcome Baby Girl | News | BET
Fonzworth Bentley, 39, and wife Faune Chambers Watkins are the proud parents of a baby girl, Us Weekly reports. The couple welcomed daughter Zoie Alecia ...
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How to book Fonzworth Bentley?
Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Fonzworth Bentley for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Fonzworth Bentley, 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 pricing information and check availability for Fonzworth Bentley or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Fonzworth Bentley?
Booking fees for Fonzworth Bentley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Fonzworth Bentley, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Fonzworth Bentley?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Fonzworth Bentley for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent 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. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Fonzworth Bentley for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Fonzworth Bentley or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Fonzworth Bentley or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Fonzworth Bentley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entertainers, Authors and Diversity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Fonzworth Bentley for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Fonzworth Bentley generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, Bertice Berry and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Fonzworth Bentley for an upcoming event.
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