TONIA R. GRADY

CEO/Executive Producer

Gradygirl Productions

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Visionary. Master Storyteller. Entertainment Media Maven. Creative ​Force of Nature. All of these titles aptly describe the fearless, ​passionate, unapologetic, no-nonsense sista –Tonia Grady aka ​‘Gradygirl’ who is straight out of Brooklyn, New York. Her story is built ​on sheer grit and determination! A self-made highly respected ​filmmaker, television producer, and director! To sum it all ​up...Gradygirl is the personification of Black Girl Magic! She’s an ​accomplished and celebrated national television producer with ​awards in television, film, and media. Her highest honor is being ​recognized by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for ​her work as a CNN Producer during the catastrophic events of 9/11.

“Every now and again you will be challenged to prove

what you’re made of...It was on September 11, 2001,

that my producing skills were tested beyond measure.

When it was all said and done– I was still standing.”

- Gradygirl

biography

Tonia Grady, also known as 'Gradygirl,' is a dynamic and passionate figure in the ​entertainment industry. A Brooklyn native with no formal background in journalism ​or film, she has become a highly respected television producer, director, and ​filmmaker. With over 26 years of experience, Grady has worked with prestigious ​networks such as CNN, CNNfn, Fox Sports Net South, BET, and Black Enterprise. ​Her career highlights include producing landmark stories that spotlight Black ​culture, earning recognition from The National Academy of Television Arts & ​Sciences for her work during 9/11. But it was the coveted Terrie Williams Agency ​internship, which led to the position of Executive Assistant to the VP, which ​indoctrinated her into the world of media and entertainment.

Grady is also the founder and Executive Producer of Gradygirl Productions, a full-​service production and media company where, she continues to create compelling ​content across television, film, and digital media.

Beyond her work in entertainment, Grady is a tireless advocate for fatherless ​children, producing the award-winning documentary Man Up: The Exploration of a ​Fatherless Nation, which brought national attention to the issue of fatherlessness. ​Grady is also the co-author of the 'Fatherless Like Me Book Series' with her ​daughter Skylar. Her dedication to uplifting youth has earned her numerous ​accolades, including the 2024 Spirit of Fatherhood Hall Of Fame Award. Grady's ​ongoing projects, including her signature talk shows ‘GradygirlTV’ and ‘The Red ​Room Tonight’, and her documentary films ‘Dying To Live”reflects her commitment ​to telling impactful stories and building her entertainment empire.

Coming in 2025...Dying To Live

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A reviting coming of age journey about a group of LGBTQ+ friends struggling to live their truth by ​any means necessary. Featuring social media star ISIS (Isiah Polite) may she rest in peace.

FOR THE LOVE OF DIGGS

2021

For The Love of Diggs

A story about an ordinary man named ​Thomas Diggs, Jr. did an extraordinary ​thing. For over 40 years he dedicated ​his live as a father figure to thousands ​of kids in his Brooklyn neighborhood.

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DEBUT MOVIE SCREENING

“Producing this film has been a labor of love & heartbreak.” - Gradygirl

Rest In Power

MAN UP: THE EXPLORATION OF A FATHERLESS NATION

2007

MAN UP: The Exploration of a ​Fatherless Nation

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A suspenseful, unapologetic look into the

many facets of fatherlessness.

DIRECTOR’S CORNER

TV shows created & produced by Gradygirl Productions

GradygirlTV

GradygirlTV

StorytellasOnly

The Red Room Tonight

Gradygirl Looking For Love

Beyond Da Rock

Celebrity Interviews

TYLER PERRY

DAMON JOHN

BERNIE MAC

CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER

LEON HARRIS

Gradygirl In Action

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Fatherless Like Me Book Series

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fatherlesslikemebooks.com

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