About
Dale Godboldo
- Actor
- Producer
- Entrepreneur
- Author
- Humanitarian
Dale is an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist and 35-year veteran of entertainment both in front of and behind the camera. He is an advocate for mentoring and youth arts education, and passionate about the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals for a better world by 2030. Dale grew up a member of Jack and Jill of America and has been honored by the Urban League Young Professionals for his service to community.
On screen
In front of the camera
Dale played Dream Team attorney Carl E. Douglas on Ryan Murphy’s FX series The People V. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story, which won the Emmy, Golden Globe, NAACP Image, Critics Choice and BAFTA awards for Best Limited Series.
He has appeared in over 130 episodes of television and a dozen films, including 911, NCIS, HBO’s Perry Mason, Netflix’s Unbelievable, Marvel/FOX’s The Gifted, Colony, Bones, The ‘All New’ Mickey Mouse Club, The Sum of All Fears, the Brad Pitt produced Year of the Dog, Lakeview Terrace, Fame and Marvel’s Thor.
Off screen
Behind the camera
Dale has structured the distribution and financing for numerous entertainment related projects with both major studios and independent production companies.
He recently executive produced The Final Wish, from the creator of Final Destination.
Impact
Social impact and nonprofit work
In 2011, Dale launched a grass roots movement by socially conscious entrepreneurs, artists and academics committed to building the best possible future for our children and future generations.
His work amplifies causes: bridging ideas, organizations and influential individuals through campaigns and world-class events that leverage the power of community activism, the arts, media and NGOs to inspire, educate and move society in taking immediate action to end poverty, inequality and climate change.
Dale’s early work included helping launch the Unite4:Humanity Awards, which contributed millions of dollars to outstanding non-profits around the world. The inaugural event was sponsored by Gillette and Variety Magazine, and featured Martin Scorsese, Alicia Keys, Robert DeNiro, Eva Longoria, Forest Whitaker, President Bill Clinton and Selena Gomez, among others.
That work has supported thousands of entrepreneurs and hundreds of charities, through volunteering and through events alongside:
- Richard Branson
- James Cameron
- Charlize Theron
- Halle Berry
- Quincy Jones
- Matthew McConaughey
- Ashton Kutcher
- Alicia Keys
- Morgan Freeman
- Robert DeNiro
- Selena Gomez
- Pink
- Joey Fatone
- Tai Lopez
- Jack Canfield
- Mark Victor Hansen
- Deepak Chopra
- Casey Affleck
- Orlando Bloom
- Eric Dane
- President Bill Clinton
- President George W. Bush
And hundreds of world-class speakers.
Beneficiaries
Organizations supported
- THORN
- Feed A Billion
- Just Keep Livin’ Foundation
- Quincy Jones Foundation
- Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project
- Give Kids The World Village
- MusiCares
- Brave of Heart Fund
- Always In The Club Foundation
- Child Liberation Foundation
- My Life My Power
- Firelife Foundation
- United Intentions Foundation
- The Jenesse Project
- INROADS
- Alzheimer’s Association
Among others.
Publishing
Editor and contributing author
Dale is an editor and contributing author for books by #1 Amazon Best-selling Author and boutique publishing company, Zöe Chase.
Their latest book is How to Talk to People: Build Confidence, Connect Authentically, and Thrive in Every Social and Business Setting.
Drawing on the wisdom of thought leaders like Brené Brown, Dale Carnegie, Adam Grant, and Tony Robbins, the book distills the latest research into actionable, real-life strategies. Inside, you’ll find powerful tools including interactive worksheets, reflection prompts, and self-assessments designed to help you personalize your journey and see real results. Whether you’re networking, leading a team, or just hoping to feel less awkward at your next social event, this book meets you right where you are.
How to Talk to People is co-authored by Create Impact Now, a nonprofit co-founded by Dale and producer of more than 250 experiences with world-class communicators such as Brian Tracy, Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup for the Soul), Demi Moore, Sir Richard Branson, President Bill Clinton, Matthew McConaughey, and Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec, among many others.
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