DJ Perry

DJ Perry

producer, actor, writer

DJ Perry was born on Jun 23, 1970 in USA. DJ Perry's big-screen debut came with Outlaw Prophet directed by David Heavener in 2001, strarring Billy. DJ Perry is known for No Retreat from Destiny: The Battle That Rescued Washington directed by Kevin R. Hershberger, Cyril Augustin stars as Civil War Soldier and Robert Blumenstein as Unionist Father. DJ Perry has got 12 awards and 18 nominations so far. The most recent award DJ Perry achieved is Maverick Movie Awards. The upcoming new movie DJ Perry plays is Division 19 which will be released on Jul 09, 2019.

DJ Perry, is an American artist known internationally for his work primarily in motion picture. This Michigan born actor, producer and writer has built a long-standing career in the entertainment industry. As CEO of Collective Development Inc. he's supervised and/or participated in the overall production of several films in all genres and formats.His many award winning films have been distributed throughout the world market all while keeping a reputation of staying on schedule, budget and bringing together the right creative team to create the best art within their set business models. DJ has often credited his soccer playing and coaching days as well as his study and previous teaching of martial arts. Finally he's credited his time teaching as a camp counselor emphasizing that the journey is as important as the destination. Additionally, he's produced with CDI select commercial projects for companies such as Toyota, Harmon Kardon/JBL, The Non-Ferrous Founders Society and Revell Publishing/Baker Books.As a screen writer DJ's ability to weave a tight story with complex themes and characters has resulted in several of his scripts being produced into award winning films of unique artistic quality. Some have debuted at #1 on Rentrak Westerns like the Smoky Mountain tale "Dean Teaster's Ghost Town" (Lionsgate) (7 weeks as #1 western rental) and 17 weeks in top ten. Others like "Wild Faith" have brought 'Racial Justice Awards' for tackling serious issues and topics in highly digestible doses that allows real introspection to occur and conversations to be had. Other writers have novelized Mr. Perry's screenplays into books like "Ghost Town" (Bob Terrell) "Wild Michigan" (Dee Freeman) and "Knight Chills" (David Hayes). Additionally DJ has been a contributing author on three national books focusing on animals released by Revell/Baker Books.As an actor, he's becoming a highly sought out talent moving easily between protagonist and antagonist, supporting and lead, bringing something truly unique to whatever role he tackles. He's truly filling a void in the industry lacking American leading men. His recent roles have included 'Jesus' in parts 1 & 3 of The Quest Trilogy, lovable mountain man 'Ben Lily' in "Wild Faith" and disabled Marine vet 'Paul Landings', in "MBF: Man's Best Friend". He's shared the screen with many legends of the entertainment industry and does so with a humble, appreciative attitude accepting a torch -that makes him a draw in front of and behind the camera.

  • Birthday

    Jun 23, 1970
  • Place of Birth

    Lansing, Michigan, USA

Known For

Awards

12 wins & 18 nominations

Maverick Movie Awards
2022
Best Actor: Feature
Winner - Maverick Movie Award
Best Years Gone (2021)
2022
Best Picture
Winner - Maverick Movie Award
Best Years Gone (2021)
2022
Best Screenplay: Feature
Winner - Maverick Movie Award
Best Years Gone (2021)
ICVM Crown Awards
2021
Best Narrative under 250k
Winner - Gold Crown
MBF: Man's Best Friend (2019)
2021
Best of Festival
Winner - Gold Crown
MBF: Man's Best Friend (2019)
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Movies & TV Shows

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Movies