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A native South Carolinian, R. Dean
Johnson grew up in a rural community under the stars of Southern
skies and the influence of lazy accents, good cookin’,
kind folks and country livin’. But, it was many miles
and cultures away under the influence of different kinds of
stars where he grew up as an author.
In his first book, “Life. Be There At 10 ’Til.”
(iUniverse), Johnson bridged the geography and culture of
these two different worlds and offers a distinctly refreshing
commentary on life and its bounty of wisdom. The book has
enjoyed success both critically and among readers. So much
so that it will be re-released in July, 2005. And, with his
first original short screenplay, “Just Pray,”
now premiering on the 2005 film festival circuit, it seems
as though Johnson may have found the bridge between two different
worlds rife with life experiences that are serving him well.
Writing and producing are a long way from the tobacco fields
of South Carolina. But, his journey is one that is nevertheless
inspiring.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree from Lander
University, Dean went on to earn his MBA from the University
of South Carolina and spent several successful years as the
Corporate Director of Marketing and Communications for a healthcare
management and consulting firm.
Yet, his yearning for “something more” drew him
toward the bright lights and big city living of Hollywood.
In Los Angeles, he redefined himself and his goals and steadily
built a reputation as a recognized and sought after Personal
Assistant to Celebrities. He became a member of the Board
of Directors for the Association of Celebrity Personal Assistants,
where he emerged as a popular spokesperson on their behalf
having been interviewed by National Public Radio, Los
Angeles Times, Newsweek, Worth Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter,
Marie Claire – Australia, and the New York Times.
He was a featured panelist for the Learning Annex’s
popular seminar, “Becoming a Celebrity Assistant”
for the past four years, and served as a Guest Speaker for
the UCLA Extension Class on securing and handling celebrities.
But the yearning for “something more” continued
and Johnson satisfied the longing by putting pen to paper.
As far as the marquees of Hollywood have taken him from his
roots, it is in Hollywood where he has rediscovered his most
valuable life lessons, learned in the stories of everyday
people from his own South Carolina background. These stories,
rich with insight and wisdom, are where he has not only found
the simple tools of empowerment, but has found the language
and ability to tell and share.
RDeanJohnson.com
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Noted
turns in episodic television have included a three arc appearance
on NBC’s “Just Shoot Me” with David
Spade and most recently, a nine-episode guest starring role
on the same network’s “Good Morning Miami.”
In 2003, she starred in the Fox series "Fast Lane"
produced and directed by noted film director McG.