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Matthew Cherry

About Matthew Cherry

Chicago native Matthew A. Cherry is a former NFL wide receiver turned filmmaker who played for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals, Carolina Panthers, and the Baltimore Ravens. In 2007 he retired and moved to LA to pursue a career in entertainment. Now, he directs music videos and short films, including "Hair Love", the animated short film on which this book is based. Matthew was named to Paste Magazine's list of Directors to Watch in 2016.

Recent updates about Matthew Cherry

World Storytelling Day

Discover Hair Love by Matthew Cherry and Vashti Harrison. Published by Puffin.

4 years ago

Valentine's Day

This month is all about the heart so why not start it off with Hair Love by Matthew Cherry and Vashti Harrison from Puffin.

4 years ago

Father’s Day

Why not read Hair Love by Matthew Cherry from Puffin to celebrate all Dads today!

4 years ago

Out Now!

Out now! Hair Love by Matthew Cherry, illustrated by Matthew Cherry. Published by Puffin.

4 years ago

Music...

Hair Love by Matthew Cherry from Puffin will be music to your ears!

4 years ago

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