Brad Pye Jr.
Brad Pye Jr. | |
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Pye in 1970 | |
| Born | June 11, 1931 Plain Dealing, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | July 5, 2020 (aged 89) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Sports journalist, broadcaster |
| Spouse | Eunice Prye |
| Children | 5 |
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.