Brian Graden

Brian Graden is a veteran television executive and producer whose career has helped shape modern popular culture and LGBTQ+ representation in media. He spent 13 years as President of Entertainment for MTV Networks Music Channels and President of Logo, overseeing programming for MTV, VH1, MTV2, CMT, and Logo. His credits include The Osbournes, Wild ’N Out, Pimp My Ride, Jackass, Total Request Live, Jersey Shore and 16 and Pregnant, as well as the Video Music Awards.

Earlier, Graden developed and executive produced South Park with Trey Parker and Matt Stone and held senior development roles at Fox.

Through Brian Graden Media, he has produced more than 30 seasons of television and earned multiple Emmy Awards. Graden holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and has received honors from Equality California and GLAAD for his commitment to LGBTQ+ equality and excellence in media.