Byron Allen

Byron Allen

CountryUnited States United States
GenderMale
BirthdayApr. 22, 1961
BiographyByron Allen Folks (born April 22, 1961), professionally known as Byron Allen, is an American businessman, film and television producer, television host and comedian. He is the founder of the American media company Allen Media Group (formerly Entertainment Studios), which has interests in television production, broadcasting, film production, and digital media and is the chairman, CEO and partial owner of American internet media and news company BuzzFeed.

He initially pursued a career in stand-up comedy. After an appearance on The Tonight Show, Allen began to expand into television work, including co-hosting NBC's Real People (1979–1984). In 1993, Allen established what would later become known as the Allen Media Group.

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Mr. Box Office
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The First Family
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The First Family

as Creator

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