Petri Hawkins-Byrd - Biography

Petri Byrd affectionately known as "Byrd" the co-host on the Emmy award winning CBS network court drama, "Judge Judy". During his long-running performance as the Bailiff on the "Judge Judy" show, Petri (aka Byrd) has also gained attention as a viable actor. Performing in numerous motion pictures and television shows over the course of his illustrious career, Petri is a well-known talent throughout Hollywood and the world. Petri is also a VO Talent and Comedian having performed stand-up and provided voice over services for many commercials. While his stand-up is centered on observational humor, Byrd dazzles his audiences with a peppered impressionist display of celebrities throughout his monologue (Bill Cosby, Bernie Mac and many others). He is a philanthropist and serves on several youth organizations providing his celebrity status to bring awareness to charitable causes through his participation in public speaking engagements and emcee services.