Bobby Seale

4.6667 out of 5

Political Activist & Co-Founder of the Black Panther Party; Author of "A Lonely Range" & "Seize the Time"

Oakland, CA, USA

Bobby Seale Biography

Bobby Seale, renowned as a co-founder of the Black Panther Party, has a vast and impactful career, epitomized by his active engagement in challenging social and political injustices. Seale's leadership in the Black Panther Party, coupled with his creation of the Ten Point platform, significantly contributed to the monitoring of police activities and combating police brutality in black communities. Notably, his run for Mayor of Oakland in 1973 was a testament to his commitment to effect change, securing 20% of the total vote. Seale's authorship of several books, including "A Lonely Rage: The Autobiography of Bobby Seale" and "Seize the Time: The Story of the Black Panther Party and Huey P. Newton," added a new dimension to his activism, providing an in-depth perspective of his journey and the broader Black Power movement.

Seale's influence extended beyond activism and politics, delving into realms such as filmmaking and education. His involvement in the production of a screenplay based on his autobiography, "Seize the Time: The Eighth Defendant," as well as his appearances in various documentaries and films such as "Public Enemy" and "Cold War," further underscores his multifaceted career. Seale's commitment to education is evident in his professorship of Black studies at Temple University and his engagement with youth through the Reach! education program. His influence and experiences have led to invitations to speak at over 500 colleges, providing first-hand insight into community organizing and activism.

Seale's story has not only been told by him but has also been depicted through various media outlets. His role in the notable "Trial of the Chicago 7" has been portrayed in several films, including the 2020 Netflix film by the same name. His association with the Black Panther Party has been explored in the 2021 film "Judas and the Black Messiah" and the film "The Big Cigar".

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/25/2026.

Bobby Seale Speaking Topics

  • “The Eight Defendant” of the Great 1969, “Chicago Seven Conspiracy Trial”

  • Environmental Youth Jobs Projects

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Bobby Seale Videos

Bobby Seale @ the Barbara Lee & Elihu Harris Lecture Series

Bobby Seale @ the Barbara Lee & Elihu Harris Lecture Series

Bobby Seale, co-founder of the Black Panther Party, speaks on "The future of human liberation: From the Black Panther Party forward and beyond...

Bobby Seale - Interview & Conversation

Bobby Seale - Interview & Conversation

Sponsored by The Reva and David Logan Gallery of Documentary Photography. Fall 2016 marked the 50th anniversary of the Black Panther Party's...

Black Panther Professor: Bobby Seale and D'Angelo in Oakland

Black Panther Professor: Bobby Seale and D'Angelo in Oakland

Bobby Seale co-founded the Black Panther Party. The R&B star D’Angelo speaks out on racial injustice in his new album. The two met in Oakland,...

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Bobby Seale is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as “The Eight Defendant” of the Great 1969, “Chicago Seven Conspiracy Trial” , Environmental Youth Jobs Projects, From the sixties to present day progressive constitutional democratic Ecological Economic rights inclusive of all civil-human-rights programs, Electoral Coalitions Protest Resistance, The Relationship Between Civil Rights, Human Rights, Environment, Politics and the Economy and Activism: Then and Now. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bobby Seale for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Bobby Seale generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Clayborne Carson, Dorothy Roberts, Minnijean Brown Trickey, Xernona Clayton and Maya Wiley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bobby Seale for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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