Sonny Melendrez

Sonny Melendrez

Sonny Melendrez has hosted over 5,000 events around the globe in the past 30 years.

From Los Angeles to Paris, he has mastered the ceremonies at some of the most prestigious affairs in the world. These include emceeing charity galas at the Hollywood Bowl (with Barry Manilow), the Greek Theater (with Neil Diamond), and The Forum (with Bill Cosby) on the West Coast.

Sonny served as the official host of the Texas Lottery (5 years) presiding over a total of 37 Million Dollar live TV Giveaways in as many cities.

As San Antonio’s Ambassador of Good Will, he has hosted the premiere festivities of virtually every major event and venue in the Alamo City, including Sea World of Texas, Fiesta Texas, The Alamodome, The Sesquicentennial Celebration, Founders Day, and New Year’s Eve in Alamo Plaza (12 years). He presided over Fiesta Week as El Rey Feo (King of Fiesta) in 1990.

In the nation’s capital, he joined First Lady Nancy Reagan to co-host the National Just Say No Rally at the Washington Monument and has hosted the White House Hispanic Heritage Awards (7 times) in the nation’s capitol.

Internationally, Melendrez produced and hosted the 50th Anniversary Gala of the USO (United Service Organization) held at the Ambassador’s Palace in Paris with guest of honor Princess Grace of Monaco – the late Grace Kelly.

Besides his role as master MC, Sonny is a sought-after motivational presenter and keynote speaker, bringing his message of hope, personal potential, and social responsibility to most appreciative audiences. A self-confessed “cheerleader of life,” Sonny holds a unique position in the world of media as a radio/TV host, columnist, voice artist, and Internet personality. His presentations to corporations, schools, and organizations, have inspired groups to take hold of their mission in life and face each day with pride and determination.

His voice has been heard as spokesperson for major brands including, McDonald’s, Nissan, Kraft Foods, Sears, and Kelloggs, to name a few.

His awards and honors include induction into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, twice named Billboard Magazine’s National Radio Personality of the Year, included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the Top 100 Radio Personalities of All-Time, Presidential Commendation from President Reagan, Inc. Magazine’s Socially Responsible Entrepreneur of the Year, Ford’s Salute to Education Award, and the U.S. Department of Justice Modern Hero Award, to name a few.

Sonny Melendrez travels the world bringing his message of hope, personal potential, and social responsibility to most appreciative audiences. A self-confessed “cheerleader of life,” Sonny holds a unique position in the world of media as a radio/TV host, columnist, voice artist, and Internet personality. His presentations to corporations, schools, and organizations, have inspired groups to take hold of their mission in life and face each day with pride and determination.

His awards and honors include induction into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, twice named Billboard Magazine’s National Radio Personality of the Year, included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the Top 100 Radio Personalities of All-Time, Presidential Commendation from President Reagan, Inc. Magazine’s Socially Responsible Entrepreneur of the Year, and the U.S. Department of Justice Modern Hero Award, to name a few.

As a motivational presenter, Sonny combines humor with powerful real life examples of those who dare to live a life filled with pride, purpose, and service.

Topics include:

*At What Age Should You Stop Dreaming? *Delivering Championship Service

*Planting A Garden of Giving *Big Dreams Begin With Small Actions

*Living With Enthusiasm *The Secret of Life

Sonny Melendrez is America’s Master of Ceremonies®. He has hosted prestigious events

including The White House Hispanic Awards in the nation’s capitol and the Worldwide USO

50th Anniversary Gala in Paris, France.

Commercial Voice-Overs:
McDonalds
Nissan
Ford
Mazda
Toyota
Lexus
CBS-TV
NBC-TV
ABC-TV
Disney Channel
Time Warner
Columbia Records
Sprint
Sears
Raid
MaxLife
Texas Lottery
Phone Mate
DayTraders of America
Sharper Image
Zales
Pepsi

Animation, Acting, TV Hosting:
“Madame’s Place” – Spokesman (1 episode, 1982) TV Series
“The Fall Guy” – Ladies on the Ropes (1982) TV Episode …. Announcer
“Goldie Gold and Action Jack” (1981) TV series …. Jack Travis (All Episodes)
The Return of the King (1980) (TV) (voice) …. (Pippin) Made for TV Movie
Jack Frost (1979) (TV) (voice) TV Special
Rocky II (1979) …. Reporter Motion Picture
The Stingiest Man in Town (1978) (TV) …. Bob Cratchit TV Special
“Welcome Back, Kotter” – Meet Your New Teacher: Batteries Not Included (1978) TV Episode …. Computer Voice
Baretta (1975) (TV) (voice) …. Fred the Cockatoo (All Episodes)
The Town That Forgot Christmas (1974) (TV) (voice) TV Special
“The Jetsons” (1979) TV Series …. Additional Voices (All Episodes)
“Gremlins” (1984) Voices Motion Picture
“Pink Panther & Sons” (1984) Voice of Buckethead TV Series
“You & Me, Kid” Host – Disney Channel (1983-1990) TV Series
“Disney Channel Family Weekend” (1984) Host TV Special
“Jammin’” (1987-1993) Host TV Series
“Teammates” (1990-1994) Host TV Series
“Popeye” – Dickinson Theaters (1998) Voice of Popeye
Parkay Talking Tub – Parkay Margarine (voice) 2000
The Bee Movie Game – Voice of Jerry Seinfeld 2007
“Great Day SA” Co-Host (2008)