Who Is Tyson Pete?
What if Tyson Pete isn’t just an author, father, and advocate, but also a mirror reflecting back to us the parts of ourselves we keep hidden? How does a man who once lived in silence now carry the weight of visibility for so many who feel unseen? Could the courage that lifted him from the shadows into the spotlight be the same courage we all quietly long for in our own lives? And when he speaks of love, fatherhood, and healing, is he really asking us to consider: what truth are we still afraid to live out loud?
Tyson Pete
Award Winning Author, Advocate, and Visionary
Tyson Pete is an award-winning author, life coach, celebrity chef, recording artist, and the founder of P.R.O.U.D. Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and empowering gay fathers and their families worldwide. His life’s work is defined by a powerful truth: from silence to spotlight, healing begins when we dare to live authentically.
Born and raised in Wichita, Tyson’s early years were marked by struggle, silence, and the search for belonging. That silence transformed into purpose when he began sharing his truth as a gay father. In doing so, he not only redefined fatherhood for himself but also became a leading voice in healing, LGBTQ+ visibility, and authentic living.
His groundbreaking book, Courageous Love: A Self Help Guide for Gay Fathers, won the 2025 Regal Summit Book Award for Best Parenting Book. In its pages, Tyson combines raw storytelling with practical guidance, offering fathers the tools to embrace both their sexuality and their roles as parents without compromise. The book has since become a cornerstone resource for those navigating the intersection of family, identity, and courage.
Tyson’s creative impact extends beyond literature. His works of poetry, memoir, and music reflect themes of resilience, love, and liberation. Titles like Dirty Laundry: Confessions of a Married Bisexual Man, Stronger This Time, and Love Lesson pull back the curtain on personal struggle and triumph, inviting readers into conversations about identity, relationships, and the many forms of love. His music, including songs like “One Day” and “Easy for Me,” expands this storytelling into rhythm and sound, reaching audiences on an emotional frequency words alone can’t touch.
Through P.R.O.U.D. Inc., Tyson has created a lifeline for fathers and families often left out of mainstream narratives. The nonprofit offers programs in healing and mental health, family and parenting support, education and advocacy, and community empowerment. From retreats and workshops to publishing and advocacy, P.R.O.U.D. is reshaping how the world sees gay fathers, not as exceptions, but as leaders, nurturers, and changemakers.
Beyond his titles and achievements, Tyson Pete is a force of presence. Whether standing on a stage, cooking in a kitchen, writing from his heart, or mentoring one-on-one, he brings the same energy: honesty, resilience, and a deep belief in the transformative power of love. His journey reminds us that authenticity is not just a personal victory, it’s a gift to the world.
