Niagara Falls To Illuminate "Blue" In Honor of 7th Annual International Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day on February 2, 2015

 

The special illumination event for The Brown/Byrd Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day is scheduled on February 2, 2015 at 10:00pm http://www.niagaraparks.com/niagara-falls-attractions/niagara-falls-illumination.html

 

Nationwide (January 17th, 2015) -- Niagara Falls has attracted visitors from around the world for centuries- politicians, celebrities, and world leaders have all been drawn here to see this natural wonder in person. Niagara Parks has welcomed not only VIPs but many motion picture stars and television productions as well, including, King George VI, Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret, Shirley Temple, Marilyn Monroe, Christopher Reeve and Drew Barrymore. Stories, poems and songs have also been written to describe the Niagara experience to the world.

 

Niagara Falls Ontario, Canada & New York is the latest in a long list of municipalities around the globe to officially acknowledge and proclaim February 2nd as a significant day in the year to raise awareness of Prostate Cancer to increase the chances of early prevention through health screening. Niagara Falls on the Ontario, Canada and New York side will illuminate in "Teal" (Blue) national color that represents Prostate Cancer); in honor of the 7th Annual International Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day on Saturday February 2nd, 2015 starting at 10pm. Niagara Falls, New York the city is located at the international boundary between the United States of America and Canada. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.8 square miles (44 km2), of that, 14.1 square miles (37 km2) of it is land and 2.8 square miles (7.3 km2) of it (16.37%) is water. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada is 130 kilometers (81 mi) from Toronto by road. The area of the Niagara Region is 1800 square kilometers (718 sq mi). The international renowned Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation Cancer has reached its shores.

 

Mayor of Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada, Jim Diodati, states in his proclamation, "Whereas, On February 2nd, we remember those who lost the battle against prostate cancer, and we pray for those families and friends, and as a community, we also remember those living with prostate cancer, and we celebrate, the lives of survivors, and thank all the prostate cancer organizations and medical professionals throughout the entire country who aid in these victories."

 

Mayor of Niagara Falls, New York, Paul A. Dyster, states in his proclamation "Whereas, On February 2nd,we ask all citizens and community organizations to join us in this historic observation day to recognize the importance of raising awareness and the severity and prevalence of prostate cancer, and ask all citizens to wear a blue ribbon and light a blue candle that symbolizes the thousands of men who lost the fight and battle against this disease; and" Whereas, by continuing our fight for this disease, we make our international world, on this day a healthier place to live. I do hereby declare February 2nd, as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day" and acknowledge the hard work of the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation."

 

Internationally Acclaimed Award Winning Independent/Off Broadway Film star actor Kevin Byrd Founder/ President of the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation and notable famed writer/motivational speaker Co-Founder Vice President Blossom Brown; jointly are the U.S youngest African American Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in America, both being 34 and 33years old. The Brown Byrd Cancer Foundation, a 501 c,3 Christian non for profit organization was established in 2003 whose mission is to inform the masses about the awareness and importance of prostate cancer concerns and issues. The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation has participated in their own National Prostate Cancer Awareness Tours, Health Fairs, Youth Awareness events, Seminars and even aided in providing Free Prostate Cancer Screening nationally.

 

Recently the foundation was honored with an Honorary Street name in recognition of Founder/President Kevin Byrd. The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation's February 2nd Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day was recognized and entered into The United States Of America Congressional Record Library of Congress in February 2nd, 2012. None the less, the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation has always been thankful for the opportunities and support in the fight for the awareness of Prostate Cancer globally.

"February 2nd, 2015 is a day that Our Heavenly Father Jesus Christ has made possible through my vision to touch the World with the awareness of Prostate Cancer. My beloved grandfather C.J Thomas died of Prostate Cancer, and ever since his death I have vowed to spread the knowledge about Prostate Cancer Advocacy/Prevention. It means so much that for the past seven consecutive years Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day has been Proclaimed on behalf of Millions of citizens in America, and this year, Niagara Falls join our Foundation's Observance Day where we can reflect, and remember all the millions and thousands of men who have lost the fight for Prostate Cancer. I pray that every person who reads this message will join us on February 2nd, 2015 and wear a Blue ribbon, Light a Candle, and have a moment of Prayer symbolizing all the men who lost the fight and battle against this disease." -- Kevin Byrd/President/Founder of the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation, Former Health & Wellness Chairman of The 100 Black Men of Long Island Inc.

 

"We at the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation selected February 2nd as International National Prostate Cancer Awareness day to acknowledge the Men that have suffered with or have lost their life from this dying disease. We believe that those that have been affected should be properly recognized and acknowledged for the life that they live or have lived. In addition we acknowledge those that have lost family members to Prostate Cancer as well. I, myself, lost my grandfather Solomon P. Brown to this disease and fight. I vowed that I would never let my grandfather life be lost in vain, but that it would be a testimony and one of the motivations needed to fight for a cure. In declaring the day as National Prostate Cancer Observance Day we let it be known that a life was not lost in vain to this disease, but will always be remembered, while doctors continue to find a cure for this disease, we stand united at Niagara Falls this year in the fight with them." -- Blossom Brown/Vice-President/Co-Founder of The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation

About The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation
The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation is an organization that believes it is very important that there are programs, events, and informational forms of communication present in communities; informing men about health issues that can arise. It is their mission to basically as they say at the foundation: "spread the word" about prostate cancer and have men and families become aware of prevention measures, as well as screening and treatments for Prostate Cancer.

 

For more information about The Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation, send an email to brownbyrdprostatefoundation@yahoo.com, or to make a donation send to: 30 Wall Street 8th Floor, New York, N.Y 10035; Telephone number: 212-709-8335

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100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.'s Health & Wellness Chairman featured on Fios1

100 Black Men of Long Island Inc. Health and Wellness Chairman KEVIN BYRD Receives Designated Honorary Street named for Foundation's Advocacy

100 Black Men of Long Island Inc. Health and Wellness Chairman KEVIN BYRD Receives Designated Honorary Street named for Foundation's Advocacy

Utica City Department of Legislation: Sponsored by: Councilmembers Meola, Giruzzi, Vescera, Testa, Marino, McKinsey, Colosimo-Testa, Zecca Bucciero Resolution DESIGNATE AN HONORARY STREET for 'KEVIN BYRD' RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby designate an honorary street “ Brown Byrd Lane” sign to be placed on both ends of the street below the Pond Lane signs. Hempstead, New York - 100 Black Men of Long Island Inc. Health and Wellness Chairman KEVIN BYRD Receives Designated Honorary Street named for Foundations Advocacy. KEVIN BYRD is a God Fearing Multiple Award Winning Entertainer/Global Prostate Cancer Health Advocate who's celebrating his 24th year in entertainment since 1989, at 31 Byrd is a true Super Star. Kevin Byrd is a Prostate Cancer Health Advocate and CEO of his own non for profit foundation called "BrownByrd Prostate Cancer Foundation" since 2003 located on 110 Wall Street, Manhattan, New York. November 7th, 2011 Kevin Byrd was appointed as the new Health & Wellness Chairman of Long Island on behalf the 100 Black Men of Long Island Inc. Kevin Byrd is the youngest male Prostate Cancer Health Advocate in the U.S; since his grandfather C. J Thomas died of Prostate Cancer at the age of 23 years old, and the youngest Health& Wellness Chairman of Long Island for the 100 Black Men of Long Island since 1974. Media Accomplishments Kevin Byrd's work has received National and International Media Attention in hundreds of publications (circulating millions of people worldwide) such as Epoch International Times, USA.com Special Media Placement, Newsday, Amsterdam Newspaper, Vibe Magazine, IFlow Magazine, King Magazine, Essence.com, Hush Magazine, Rolling Out, Urban Buzz Magazine, Parle Magazine, New York Beacon, Caribbean Life, New York Times, Hempstead Times, Black Star News etc. Kevin Byrd at 31 is the youngest African American male to have an Honorary Street in New York State (in the 21st Century). Rolling Out: "Kevin Byrd is one of the most prominent Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in the World" Kevin Byrd's work in February 2012 (for Black History Month) was honored and entered into the Congressional Record (Library of Congress) on February 2nd, 2012 by House of Representatives Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, and recognized his annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day Globally. Kevin Byrd has been honored by over 100 International Mayors/Government officials across the World and has earned more than 150 PROCLAMATION AWARDS (city state Highest Awards). Kevin Byrd's Home Town in Utica, New York designated a KEVIN BYRD DAY that's honored every October 1st& A KEVIN BYRD DAY in DeKalb County, Georgia for November 2nd with a population of over one Million Citizens. Kevin Byrd is nationally known for his portrayal as Lt. John R. Fox in the 2006 History/HBO movie "Honor Deferred" produced by Al Roker, starring Samuel Jackson and Bernie Mac. Lt. John R. Fox a WW II hero who killed 100 German Soldiers in the War died in action, and was posthumously awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor five decades after his heroic acts by President Clinton. The documentary picked up an Emmy/NAMIC Vision Award Nomination and garned great reviews. The likeness of Lt. John R. Fox was transformed into a G.I. Joe Action Figure by Hasbro the summer of 2008. Kevin Byrd in July 2008 starred in the Hit Bollywood Movie premiered on the big screen in India and selected city states in America by Award Winning movie producer/director Manan Kathora called "When Kiran Meets Karen" and Byrd was the only African American Male Actor who starred in the movie; which garnered national great media reviews. In addition Kevin Byrd starred as the Cover Model for the Best Selling Paperback Novel "Things In Between" by Nathanial Portis whose book is distributed in book stores nationwide including Barnes and Nobles and sold over 100,000 copies World Wide. Byrd currently is preparing for his Live One Man Show "RELEASE" DVD Recording in August 2012 at the Legendary Nuyorian Poets Cafe hosted by BET Comic View's Comedian Ardie Fuqua. The show depicts the six stages of development of men from the ages of 18 to 65 years old. BLACKSTAR NEWS, states, "Kevin Byrd gives an Oscar Award worthy Performance of "RELEASE A MUST SEE SHOW" To get more information and to join Kevin Byrd’s Fan Club log on to www.KevByrd.com and also now available KEVIN BYRD’S store are over 115 products for purchase at HTTP://WWW.CAFEPRESS.COM/KEVBYRD: Tee-Shirts, Coffee Mugs, Posters, and DVD’s! Contact the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation 110 Wall Street 11th Floor New York, 10005 or call us @ 212 709-8335 for media interviews and speaking engagements for Kevin Byrd.

New Health & Wellness Chairman for the 100 work is honored by Congressional Record

Long Island, New York - On February 2, 2012 during the Congressional Session of the 112th Congress (2011 -2012) Yvette D. Clarke, Congresswoman, and Democrat – New York entered into record on the congressional floor Article 23 0f 2000 Recognizing Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day February 2, 2012.

Kevin Byrd is youngest Prostate Advocate in the U.S. and the newly appointed Health and Wellness Chairman for the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Kevin Byrd’s recent appointment as Health & Wellness Chairman has already begun to revitalize health care issues across the Long Island region.

Most recently his appointment to Chairman of Health and Wellness lead to a joint task force to highlight disparities in health on Long brought together a diverse coalition of organizations such as Jewish Relations Council (Long Island), 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. and Kappa Eta Chapter of Chi Eta Sorority, Inc. to address the urgent need to advocate for greater health awareness across a diverse region such Long Island.

On February 2, 2012 during the Congressional Session of the 112th Congress (Congressional Record
112th Congress (2011-2012)

RECOGNIZING PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS OBSERVANCE DAY -- (Extensions of Remarks - February 02, 2012)
SPEECH OF
HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE
OF NEW YORK
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
THURSDAY,
FREBUARY 2, 2012

• Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Prostate Cancer Awareness Observance Day, as recognized by the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation in my district and numerous organizations and municipalities.



• Affecting 1 in 6 men, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non-skin cancer and the second cause of cancer-related deaths among males. A new case occurs every 2.7 minutes, and is the cause of death of an afflicted individual every 19 minutes. Though for reasons yet to be discovered, prostate cancer is especially prevalent within the African American community, which makes awareness of this disease especially important within communities like my Borough of Brooklyn, New York.


• Despite these disparaging statistics, many forms of prostate cancer are readily treatable, and with increased early detection and treatment, current trends can be reversed. Education regarding prostate cancer and early detection strategies is crucial to saving lives and preserving our families; 200,000 men will be diagnosed and over 75,000 men will die from prostate cancer annually. At any age, deaths due to prostate cancer devastate families through loss of income, partnership, and support.



• In recognition of this disease and the large number of families and communities it afflicts, I stand with those today that recognize February 2, 2012,


• as a day to remember those who lost the battle against prostate cancer, and to pray for the families and friends that have dealt with such a tragedy. As a community, we also remember those living with prostate cancer, celebrate the lives of survivors, and thank all the prostate cancer organizations and medical professionals throughout the entire country who aid in victories against this insidious disease.


• One such organization I would like to recognize today is the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation. Started by two young individuals in my own district, Kevin Byrd and Blossom Brown to honor their grandfathers who were both lost to prostate cancer, the foundation has done a good deal of work within New York and nationally to bring attention to Prostate Cancer and methods to combat its continued threat to the wellbeing of our communities. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and may we all offer up our prayers today to every individual that has been affected by prostate cancer.

"It is significant during the month of Black History Month that Congress recognized the extraordinary accomplishments of two young African Americans who had the courage and conviction to become founders of the BrownByrd Prostate Cancer Foundation which has made February 2, 2012 a day to honor those who have lost the battle to the disease, and also those who are currently facing challenges surrounding prostate cancer, and at the same time laying a stake in the ground to advocate for early detection and screening for prostate cancer. Co-Founders of the BrownByrd Prostate Cancer Foundation Kevin Byrd and Blossom Brown work and advocacy on the behalf of local, regional, national, and international communities across the globe is nothing short of great testament of what we can achieve in this great nation and universe when we remain committed and true to a specific cause and mission" Phil Andrews, President, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.


"We at the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation selected February 2nd as National Prostate Cancer Awareness day to acknowledge the Men that have suffered with or have lost their life from this disease. We believe that those that have been affected should be properly recognized and acknowledged for the life that they live or have lived. In addition, we acknowledge those that have lost family members to Prostate Cancer as well. I myself have lost my grandfather Solomon P. Brown to this disease and fight. I vowed that I would never let my grandfather life be lost in vain, but that it would be a testimony and one of the motivations needed to fight for a cure” Kevin Byrd.


“Kevin Byrd’s appointment to Chairman of Health & Wellness for 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. is a great gain for the Long Island region, and we applaud his recent work which led to the Congressional record entering his achievements in the history books of this great nation” Phil Andrews, President, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.


For more information about the Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation 110 Wall Street 11th Floor, New York. N.Y 10005, or via telephone at 212 709-8335

100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. appoints & pins Kevin Byrd to serve as Health & Wellness Chairman

Left to Right: Henry Holley, Past President 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., Phil Andrews, President, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., Kevin Byrd, New Health & Wealth Chairman of 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., and Maurice Perkins, Past President, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.

On November 7th, 2011 the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. appoints & pins Kevin Byrd to serve as Health & Wellness Chairman to raise awareness of activities that African American can pursue which lead to healthier lives and combat health disparities.

“Health awareness poses a significant challenge for African Americans of Long Island and Kevin Byrd’s appointment as Health & Wellness Chairman for the 100 is a significant step which is timely and needed to reverse the trends of lack of adequate information which leads to health disparities” Phil Andrews, President – 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. The 100 Black Men of Long Island is the 2nd oldest chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., and was established in 1974). Mr. Byrd’s Health Chairman advocacy will cover both Nassau & Suffolk Counties.

The purpose of the 100 Black Men of Long Island is to improve the quality of life for all people on Long Island, particularly those of African-American heritage; achieve 100 percent equality in all aspects of community life, including the elimination of bigotry and discrimination; defend human and civil rights; and give assistance to members in honorable endeavors". Award Winning Actor Kevin Byrd



About: KEVIN BYRD

Kevin Byrd has been recognized as one of the most prominent Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in the world. Kevin Byrd has been honored with 125 International Proclamation Awards and honors from:Buckingham Palace on behalf Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, His Holiness-Pope Benedict XVI,The White House on behalf President Barack Obama, President George Bush, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, New York State Governor David A. Patterson, California State Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and over 100 International Mayors Across The Nation.

KEVIN BYRD at 30; stands at the threshold of International Super stardom. He's an Internationally Acclaimed Award Winning Actor, writer, producer, motivational speaker, Prostate Cancer Health Advocate and CEO of his own non for profit foundation called "Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation"; Kevin Byrd is one the youngest male Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in the country; and was motivated to become a prostate cancer awareness advocate after his grandfather death of Prostate Cancer.


Media Accomplishments.


Kevin Byrd's work has received National and International Media Attention in 200 publications circulating millions of people. (Special Media Placement on USATODAY.com , Epoch International Times, New York Amsterdam Newspaper, Radius Magazine, Vibe Magazine, iFlow Magazine, King Magazine, Essence.com, Hush Magazine, Rolling Out, Urban Buzz Magazine, Parle Magazine, New York Beacon, Caribbean Life, New York Times, Hempstead Times, Blackstar News, BET etc..)

Kevin Byrd's work in February 2nd, 2011 (Black History Month) has been honored by over 100 National Mayor/Government officials around American and has been honored with over 100 International Proclamation Awards on behalf of 550 million people (half a billion people); making him the 1st and youngest African American Male Actor to achieve such Historical Achievements under 30 years old.

Kevin Byrd's work in 2009/2010 was honored by The White House on behalf The President Barack Obama, Apolistic Nunicture on behalf of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, Buckingham Palace on behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, former President George W. Bush, Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, The New York State Governor: David A. Patterson, Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger The Brooklyn Borough President: Marty Markowitz; and 100 International Mayors across the Country. On November 2nd, 2009 a KEVIN BYRD DAY was designated and Proclaimed in the Dekalb County, Georgia on behalf of 1,000,000 people. Kevin Byrd is one of the 1st and youngest African American male to have this honor since 1822.


Award Winning Actor Kevin Byrd has appeared in The Epoch Times September 20 -26, 2007 Edition pg. A3 article titled Brooklyn Byrd Flies High – Up-and-coming actor raises awareness about prostate cancer. The Epoch Times is published in 30 countries across five continents, and our content is published in 17 languages. The publication offers print and web editions in Chinese, English, German, French, Spanish, Hebrew, Russian, Japanese, Korean and Indonesian, as well as web versions in Ukrainian, Bulgarian, Romanian, Czech, Slovak, Vietnamese and Swedish, and has a circulation of 1.5 million readers.

According to The Epoch Times New York Staff, Denise Benson, “Amidst the fame, Byrd has still flown high, not only working to raise awareness about prostate cancer which has a significantly higher rate of occurrence among African American males, but also volunteering to help people with autism.”

Kevin Byrd recently starred in his own off-Broadway one-man show that he also co-wrote with Jason Hendricks and co-produced with Marc Meir, entitled, “Release,” in which he played six different men at six different phases in their lives. Release is about identity issues faced by many young men.

The play depicts the lives of six personalities, and the lives of six men ranging in age from 18-60, all from different walks of life, in a one-man show. Release addresses the struggles men encounter from different angles, revealing a deep sense of exploration. For instance, there’s Tony – a teenage boy who suffers from identity issues due to not knowing his father. Tommy, another featured character, is an extremely successful college graduate who deals with the challenges of pleasing his mother. These and the other stories portrayed in "Release" contribute to enlightenment of the thought process of young men and as a result, garners understanding and appreciation for them.

Byrd also starred as Lt. John R. Fox in the award nominated TV special, "Honor Deferred,” produced by Al Roker and Samuel L. Jackson, which premiered on the History Channel. He also wrote, produced, and starred in the award winning film, "The "Last Dayz," Featured in Vibe.com, King Magazine, and the Daily News, and he starred as Cameron Johnson/Cover Model in the best-selling Novel, "Things in Between" by Nathaniel Portis.

Kevin Byrd has won the Cinema Golden Eagle Award and the Freddie Award for “Nicole’s Choice, the Proclamation Award for “The Last Dayz,” and was nominated for the NAMIC Vision Award for “Honor Deferred.”

On October 1st 2004 - Kevin Byrd at the age of 23 years old received his 1st PROCLAMATION AWARD from Mayor Timothy J. Jillian declaring October 1st as KEVIN BYRD DAY making Kevin Byrd the youngest and 1st African American to earn this AWARD in Entertainment from the city of Utica, New York.


On December 1st, 2010 Kevin Byrd was invited to attend a special meeting with the New York State Prostate Cancer Advisory Panel Meeting for the New York State Governor's special Advisory panel on December 13, 2010. This special meeting will take place in Albany, at the State's Capital. Byrd is the youngest member being invited to the Panel with other Prostate Cancer researchers and scientists in America.

To request more information on the programs and activities of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. you may contact us via email @ ohbmli@live.com or via telephone at 516.538.6318. To contact us via mail please send all correspondence to 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. 9 Centre Street, Hempstead, New York 11550. to raise awareness of activities that African American can pursue which lead to healthier lives and combat health disparities.

“Health awareness poses a significant challenge for African Americans of Long Island and Kevin Byrd’s appointment as Health & Wellness Chairman for the 100 is a significant step which is timely and needed to reverse the trends of lack of adequate information which leads to health disparities” Phil Andrews, President – 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. The 100 Black Men of Long Island is the 2nd oldest chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., and was established in 1974). Mr. Byrd’s Health Chairman advocacy will cover both Nassau & Suffolk Counties.

The purpose of the 100 Black Men of Long Island is to improve the quality of life for all people on Long Island, particularly those of African-American heritage; achieve 100 percent equality in all aspects of community life, including the elimination of bigotry and discrimination; defend human and civil rights; and give assistance to members in honorable endeavors". Award Winning Actor Kevin Byrd



About: KEVIN BYRD

Kevin Byrd has been recognized as one of the most prominent Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in the world. Kevin Byrd has been honored with 125 International Proclamation Awards and honors from:Buckingham Palace on behalf Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, His Holiness-Pope Benedict XVI,The White House on behalf President Barack Obama, President George Bush, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, New York State Governor David A. Patterson, California State Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and over 100 International Mayors Across The Nation.

KEVIN BYRD at 30; stands at the threshold of International Super stardom. He's an Internationally Acclaimed Award Winning Actor, writer, producer, motivational speaker, Prostate Cancer Health Advocate and CEO of his own non for profit foundation called "Brown Byrd Prostate Cancer Foundation"; Kevin Byrd is one the youngest male Prostate Cancer Health Advocates in the country; and was motivated to become a prostate cancer awareness advocate after his grandfather death of Prostate Cancer.


Media Accomplishments.


Kevin Byrd's work has received National and International Media Attention in 200 publications circulating millions of people. (Special Media Placement on USATODAY.com , Epoch International Times, New York Amsterdam Newspaper, Radius Magazine, Vibe Magazine, iFlow Magazine, King Magazine, Essence.com, Hush Magazine, Rolling Out, Urban Buzz Magazine, Parle Magazine, New York Beacon, Caribbean Life, New York Times, Hempstead Times, Blackstar News, BET etc..)

Kevin Byrd's work in February 2nd, 2011 (Black History Month) has been honored by over 100 National Mayor/Government officials around American and has been honored with over 100 International Proclamation Awards on behalf of 550 million people (half a billion people); making him the 1st and youngest African American Male Actor to achieve such Historical Achievements under 30 years old.

Kevin Byrd's work in 2009/2010 was honored by The White House on behalf The President Barack Obama, Apolistic Nunicture on behalf of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, Buckingham Palace on behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, former President George W. Bush, Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, The New York State Governor: David A. Patterson, Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger The Brooklyn Borough President: Marty Markowitz; and 100 International Mayors across the Country. On November 2nd, 2009 a KEVIN BYRD DAY was designated and Proclaimed in the Dekalb County, Georgia on behalf of 1,000,000 people. Kevin Byrd is one of the 1st and youngest African American male to have this honor since 1822.


Award Winning Actor Kevin Byrd has appeared in The Epoch Times September 20 -26, 2007 Edition pg. A3 article titled Brooklyn Byrd Flies High – Up-and-coming actor raises awareness about prostate cancer. The Epoch Times is published in 30 countries across five continents, and our content is published in 17 languages. The publication offers print and web editions in Chinese, English, German, French, Spanish, Hebrew, Russian, Japanese, Korean and Indonesian, as well as web versions in Ukrainian, Bulgarian, Romanian, Czech, Slovak, Vietnamese and Swedish, and has a circulation of 1.5 million readers.

According to The Epoch Times New York Staff, Denise Benson, “Amidst the fame, Byrd has still flown high, not only working to raise awareness about prostate cancer which has a significantly higher rate of occurrence among African American males, but also volunteering to help people with autism.”

Kevin Byrd recently starred in his own off-Broadway one-man show that he also co-wrote with Jason Hendricks and co-produced with Marc Meir, entitled, “Release,” in which he played six different men at six different phases in their lives. Release is about identity issues faced by many young men.

The play depicts the lives of six personalities, and the lives of six men ranging in age from 18-60, all from different walks of life, in a one-man show. Release addresses the struggles men encounter from different angles, revealing a deep sense of exploration. For instance, there’s Tony – a teenage boy who suffers from identity issues due to not knowing his father. Tommy, another featured character, is an extremely successful college graduate who deals with the challenges of pleasing his mother. These and the other stories portrayed in "Release" contribute to enlightenment of the thought process of young men and as a result, garners understanding and appreciation for them.

Byrd also starred as Lt. John R. Fox in the award nominated TV special, "Honor Deferred,” produced by Al Roker and Samuel L. Jackson, which premiered on the History Channel. He also wrote, produced, and starred in the award winning film, "The "Last Dayz," Featured in Vibe.com, King Magazine, and the Daily News, and he starred as Cameron Johnson/Cover Model in the best-selling Novel, "Things in Between" by Nathaniel Portis.

Kevin Byrd has won the Cinema Golden Eagle Award and the Freddie Award for “Nicole’s Choice, the Proclamation Award for “The Last Dayz,” and was nominated for the NAMIC Vision Award for “Honor Deferred.”

On October 1st 2004 - Kevin Byrd at the age of 23 years old received his 1st PROCLAMATION AWARD from Mayor Timothy J. Jillian declaring October 1st as KEVIN BYRD DAY making Kevin Byrd the youngest and 1st African American to earn this AWARD in Entertainment from the city of Utica, New York.


On December 1st, 2010 Kevin Byrd was invited to attend a special meeting with the New York State Prostate Cancer Advisory Panel Meeting for the New York State Governor's special Advisory panel on December 13, 2010. This special meeting will take place in Albany, at the State's Capital. Byrd is the youngest member being invited to the Panel with other Prostate Cancer researchers and scientists in America.

To request more information on the programs and activities of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. you may contact us via email @ ohbmli@live.com or via telephone at 516.538.6318. To contact us via mail please send all correspondence to 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. 9 Centre Street, Hempstead, New York 11550.