Terry Crews Signs Debut Children's Book at Vroman's

The actor and TV host will promote his new picture book 'Terry's Many Hats' at the iconic Pasadena bookstore.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:53am

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A striking abstract illustration featuring bold geometric shapes and silhouettes in high-contrast colors, conceptually representing the diverse talents and interests of Terry Crews and the central character in his new children's book.Terry Crews' new children's book celebrates the freedom to pursue multiple passions and defy expectations.Los Angeles Today

Terry Crews, known for his roles on 'Everybody Hates Chris' and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' as well as his hosting duties on 'America's Got Talent,' will visit Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, California on Thursday to sign copies of his debut children's book 'Terry's Many Hats.' The 40-page hardcover picture book, published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, encourages kids to embrace their diverse talents and interests.

Why it matters

Crews, a Pasadena resident, has built an impressive career spanning the NFL, acting, and television hosting. His new children's book aims to inspire young readers to pursue multiple passions, challenging the notion that people must choose a single path in life.

The details

In 'Terry's Many Hats,' the main character, a kid named Terry, wears a variety of hats including a football helmet, beret, chef's hat, and sparkly top hat, refusing to choose just one. The book, illustrated by Tanisha Cherislin, is described as an 'optimistic reminder that identity and interest needn't be singular.' Crews, who attended college on an art scholarship, has said his mother always encouraged him to embrace his artistic side, which has influenced his diverse career.

  • The book 'Terry's Many Hats' was published on April 7, 2026.
  • The book signing event at Vroman's Bookstore will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 12:00 pm.

The players

Terry Crews

An actor, TV host, and former NFL player who is promoting his debut children's book 'Terry's Many Hats.'

Vroman's Bookstore

An iconic independent bookstore in Pasadena, California that has hosted numerous author events over its 132-year history.

Tanisha Cherislin

The New York-based artist who illustrated Crews' children's book 'Terry's Many Hats.'

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

The publisher of Crews' debut children's book 'Terry's Many Hats.'

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What they’re saying

“I am SO excited to let you guys know that my first ever picture book, Terry's Many Hats, is coming your way April 7th! It's about a kid who has always been told he can only be one thing, and do one thing. Terry's just the kid to prove that his dreams, and his hats, are limitless!”

— Terry Crews

“My mother always told me, before she passed, she said, 'Terry, never forget you're an artist. Number one. Before everything, you're an artist.' And that has colored everything that I've ever done.”

— Terry Crews

What’s next

Crews will return as host of 'America's Got Talent' for the show's 21st season this summer, according to NBC.

The takeaway

Terry Crews' new children's book 'Terry's Many Hats' promotes the message that people can pursue multiple passions and interests, challenging the notion of having to choose a single path in life. This aligns with Crews' own diverse career, spanning the NFL, acting, and television hosting.