Dick Gregory to keynote 4th Annual Comics Rock Convention

LOS ANGELES - Feb. 2, 2015 - PRLog -- Philanthropist, civil rights activist, and comedian, Dick Gregory, will keynote the 4th Annual Comics Rock Convention, to be held in Los Angeles April 23rd-26th. This marks the 2nd year male comedians have been invited to attend. The purpose of the convention is to educate comedians to the many aspects of becoming a success in the business by bringing veteran comedians together with comedians who are new to the industry. Mr. Gregory will share his journey with attendees. Comics Rock Convention founder Hope Flood says, “We congratulate Mr. Dick Gregory on his continued success, and we are honored to have him”.  Dick Gregory will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame February 2, 2015. The following evening Chris Tucker will host Dick Gregory & Friends Tribute and Toast, where the iconic legend will be celebrated as well.

Dick Gregory got his big break in 1961 at Chicago’s Playboy Club. He was booked as a replacement for a white comedian. He was so successful they extended him a contract that lasted for three years. He’s a proud husband and father of ten (10) very successful adult children.

Aside from workshops/seminars, and Dick Gregory’s Keynote Luncheon, there will be a fashion & comedy show, “Comics on the Catwalk 4a Cause”. This will benefit the Diabetes Foundation, & A Nickel of Hope, Inc a non-profit founded by Hope Floodthat helps mentor at-risk girls in the inner cities (anickelofhope.org). Other celebrity participants include Luenelle, Kym Whitley, Shang, The Mooney Twins, Rodney Perry and many others. For more information or interview opportunities, please call Dayna Williams-Hunter, (818)794-9832 or visit comicsrockconvention.com