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Aaron McGruder

Writer and Cartoonist; Known for "The Boondocks"

Writer and Cartoonist; Known for "The Boondocks"

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Aaron McGruder Biography

Aaron McGruder is an American writer and cartoonist best known for writing and drawing The Boondocks, a Universal Press Syndicate comic strip about two young African-American brothers, Huey (named after Huey P. Newton) and his younger brother and wannabe gangsta, Riley, from inner-city Chicago now living with their grandfather in a sedate suburb, as well as being the creator, executive producer, and head writer of The Boondocks animated TV series based on his strip.

He was also a screenwriter on Red Tails, and co-author, with Reginald Hudlin, of a 2004 graphic novel, Birth of a Nation: A Comic Novel, drawn by cartoonist Kyle Baker. Other projects include variety comedy series The Super Rumble Mix Show and Black Jesus, the latter on Adult Swim. He is a frequent public speaker on political and cultural issues.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/17/2024.

Aaron McGruder Speaking Topics

  • The Politics of the Boondocks

  • The Ethics of Dissent

  • A Right to Be Hostile

  • Because I Know You Don't Read the Newspaper

  • Negrology: State of the Black America

    Negrology (n) • 1. The science of exploring, understanding, and demystifying all aspects of the American Negro".

  • The Boondocks: All The Rage

    The comic strip that was often too much for newspapers has become the show that's too much for cable television. Aaron McGruder discusses the tumultuous history of The Boondock's past and present. From his 9/11 strips banned in New York to the BET episodes banned from air this year, McGruder discusses the politics, themes, and characters that have so often landed him in hot water. Fans of the show will have a rare opportunity to dialogue directly with McGruder about the creative process and the worldview that informs the strip, as well as get a sneak peek at McGruder's upcoming projects.

Aaron McGruder Videos

  • The Boondocks creator Aaron McGruder Nightline Interview - YouTube

Aaron McGruder Books

  • All the Rage: The Boondocks Past and Present
    All the Rage: The Boondocks Past and Present
  • Public Enemy #2: An All-New Boondocks Collection
    Public Enemy #2: An All-New Boondocks Collection
  • Birth of a Nation: A Comic Novel
    Birth of a Nation: A Comic Novel
  • A Right to Be Hostile: The Boondocks Treasury
    A Right to Be Hostile: The Boondocks Treasury
  • Boondocks: Because I Know You Don't Read The Newspaper
    Boondocks: Because I Know You Don't Read The Newspaper

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Aaron McGruder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Politics of the Boondocks, The Ethics of Dissent, A Right to Be Hostile, Because I Know You Don't Read the Newspaper, Negrology: State of the Black America and The Boondocks: All The Rage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Aaron McGruder for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Aaron McGruder generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Hill Harper, Spike Lee, Kal Penn, Kevin Powell and Victoria Rowell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Aaron McGruder for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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