The Jayhawks are an American alternative country and country rock band that emerged from the Twin Cities music scene during the mid-1980s. Their country rock sound was influential on many bands who played the Twin Cities circuit during the 1980s and 1990s like Uncle Tupelo, The Gear Daddies and The Honeydogs. They have released several studio albums, including five on... read full bio
It took actor-singer James Naughton until he was 57 years old to release his debut solo album, the aptly named It's About Time. But by then, he had been a performer for more than 30 years. His primary work was dramatic acting onstage, but he earned his two Tony Awards for singing roles in musicals, and he was best known... read full bio
Jennifer Jako is an AIDS activist, filmmaker, photographer, lecturer and designer. She is the co-director of the documentary film, Blood Lines, a portrait of HIV-positive youth. Following her infection with HIV at age 18, she began educating in the hopes of preventing HIV infection in young people. Jako has lectured on the subjects of wellness, reproductive health, survival and understanding... read full bio
The office for Jaron Lanier has asked that CTI not list them, give out pricing, information or availability. If you are interested in this celebrity only, please contact CTI directly and we can let you know the process needed to confirm a date with them.
Joel Barker is an independent scholar and futurist. Because he was the first person to popularize the concept of paradigm shifts, he is known around the world as the Paradigm Man." He began his work in 1975 and pioneered the concept of paradigm shifts to explain profound change and the importance of vision to drive change within organizations. His book,... read full bio
South Carolina native, Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., is an American civil rights activist and Baptist minister. He was a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988 and served as shadow senator for the District of Columbia from 1991 to 1997. He was the founder of both entities that merged to form Rainbow/PUSH. Representative Jesse Jackson, Jr. is... read full bio
Recognized worldwide as an industry visionary, Jerry Yang is the co-founder and Chief Yahoo of Yahoo! Inc., a global Internet media company that offers a branded network of comprehensive information, communication and shopping services to millions of users daily. Jerry Yang serves as an executive officer and is on the company's board of directors. A true Internet entrepreneur, Jerry Yang... read full bio
The Tony Award-winning Joel Grey is best known for his role as Emcee in the film version of Cabaret opposite Liza Minnelli, for which he won an Academy Award. He first performed the mesmerizing, sexually ambivalent role during its original Broadway run, for which he won a Tony. Grey also enjoyed a highly successful Broadway run in the musical George... read full bio
Multi-talented comic/writer/producer, Jeff Valdez, knew show business was his calling. Following several years as a stand-up comic, he actively changed the face of TV. Blocked by much opposition, his relentless efforts ultimately culminated in Sí TV. As co-founder and executive producer of the Latino-themed cable network, Valdez brought English-language programs to television that appealed to Latino audiences and had cross-over... read full bio
José Luis Rodríguez is a Venezuelan singer and actor who has recorded many international super hits and participated in a handful of telenovelas. Some of his more famous hits include: Dueño de Nada, Culpable Soy Yo, Pavo Real, and Agarrense De Las Manos. He also serves as a coach and mentor on the Argentine version of The Voice.... read full bio
Jimmy Shea is a retired American skeleton racer who won the Gold medal in dramatic fashion at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. Shea also was chosen by fellow athletes to recite the Athlete's Oath during the Opening Ceremonies and along with his father, Jim Shea Sr., passed the Olympic Torch to the 1980 U.S. Mens' Hockey Team... read full bio
Born in the Dominican Republic, Junot Díaz grew up in New Jersey. His works include the critically praised Drown, the Pulitzer Prize-winning and National Book Critics Circle Award-winning The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, and the New York Times bestseller and National Book Award contender This Is How You Lose Her. He has received the Guggenheim Fellowship, PEN/O. Henry... read full bio
John P. Davidson III is infrastructure risk chief of Citigroup, a position he was named to in March 2008. Previously, he was managing director and chief corporate development officer of CME Group. Prior to the July 2007 merger of CME and the Chicago Board of Trade, John Davidson held the same title as above, but for CME Holdings and for... read full bio
James E. MacLaren has survived two would-be fatal accidents. The first, at age 22, resulted in the loss of his left leg. The second, 10 years later, left Jim an incomplete quadriplegic. Each time Jim has used sheer force of will and awe-inspiring courage to come back, the first time to become the fastest amputee athlete in the world. Now,... read full bio
Jacqueline Bisset has been an international film star for over four decades. She received her first roles mainly because of her stunning beauty, but over time she has become a fine actress, respected by fans and critics alike. Jacqueline has been nominated for four Golden Globe Awards and an Emmy Award. She received a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting... read full bio
Joey Lawrence is an American actor, singer, and television host, best known for his portrayal of Joey Donovan in the television series Gimme a Break!, Joey Russo in Blossom, Joe Roman in Brotherly Love, and as Joe Longo in Melissa & Joey. He has also appeared in films, including Pulse, Jumping Ship, Sinatra Club, and Hit List. He provided the... read full bio
Joe Spano is an actor who came to prominence through his role as Lt. Henry Goldblume on Hill Street Blues. He was nominated for an Emmy Award for his acting on the show. Spano is now well known for his work in NCIS, going on over a decade portraying FBI Special Agent Tobias Fornell. He has appeared regularly in mini-movies... read full bio
Jeff Sluman has had a strange career in terms of winning golf tournaments. During what are usually considered a golfers most productive years – their early twenties through their middle thirties – Sluman had only one win. At the age of 30, he won the 1988 PGA Championship. Then, shortly before he turned 40, he started winning consistently on the... read full bio
The office for Jerrod Niemann has asked that CTI not list them, give out pricing, information or availability. If you are interested in this celebrity only, please contact CTI directly and we can let you know the process needed to confirm a date with them.
Jeffrey Ng, better known by his stage name jeffstaple, is a creative genius that works in the fields of brand marketing, fashion, footwear, and graphic design. He is the creator of REED ART DEPARTMENT and has worked on many creative projects for customers that range from Fortune 100 firms to startup brands. Jeff commemorated the 25 years since he launched STAPLE,... read full bio
