Brad Pye Jr.
journalist
Brad Pye Jr. (June 11, 1931 – July 5, 2020) was an American sports journalist, broadcaster, and Los Angeles community activist. He was the first recognized African-American sportswriter in Southern California and the first African-American scout for the Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers. He was the sports director for several African-American radio stations and sportswriter for several local newspapers in the state. He was noted for utilizing his position to advocate equality for and recognition of African-American athletes and journalists.
Early life
Pye was born in Plain Dealing, Louisiana, on June 11, 1931. At the age of 12 he moved to Los Angeles by himself. He lived on Central Avenue on his own for four years, until his mother joined him. He went on to study at Jefferson High School, East Los Angeles College, Compton College, and California State University, Los Angeles. He held various jobs including a shoe shiner, gas station attendant, and factory worker.
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