Antwone Fisher was born on August 3, 1959, in Cleveland, Ohio, and spent his childhood in the city's foster care system. At the tender age of 17, he was emancipated from care and left to navigate the unforgiving streets of Cleveland on his own. Undeterred, Antwone joined the United States Navy at 18, embarking on a journey that would take him around the world and earn him numerous medals and ribbons, including two Good Conduct Medals.
Antwone's 11-year tenure in the Navy concluded in 1989, when he was honorably discharged at the rank of E5. His exemplary service did not go unnoticed, as he was later appointed to the honorary rank of Chief Petty Officer by the Master Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy on October 5, 2009.
After leaving the Navy, Antwone transitioned to a career in law enforcement, serving as a Federal Correctional Officer with the Federal Bureau of Prisons for three years. He then took on a role as a security officer at Sony Pictures Entertainment in 1992.
In 1993, Antwone turned his attention to writing, penning and selling his autobiographical script, "Antwone Fisher," to 20th Century Fox. The script was later adapted into a film by Fox Searchlight Pictures in 2003. This marked the beginning of a successful screenwriting career that has spanned over two decades.
In addition to his work in Hollywood, Antwone is a published author, having written three books: the New York Times Bestseller "Finding Fish: A Memoir," published by HarperCollins; the National Bestselling book of poetry, "Who Will Cry for the Little Boy?," published by William Morrow; and the award-winning self-improvement instructional book, "A Boy Should Know How to Tie a Tie and Other Lessons for Succeeding in Life," published by Touchstone Fireside.
Throughout his life, Antwone has been driven by a fierce determination to overcome adversity and achieve success. His remarkable story serves as a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of never giving up on one's dreams.
