David Alan Grier

David Alan Grier

Keynote Speaker: Grammy-Nominated Tony Award-Winning Actor & Comedian Known for "In Living Color," "The Color Purple" & "St. Denis Medical"

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David Alan Grier Biography

David Alan Grier, an actor and comedian, has made significant contributions to stage and screen alike. He rose to prominence through his roles in the American sketch comedy television series "In Living Color" and as Reverend Leon Lonnie Love on the Fox comedy series "Martin." He made his film debut in "Streamers," directed by Robert Altman, and won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival for his performance. Grier has also appeared in numerous other films such as "A Soldier's Story," "Boomerang," "Jumanji," "Baadasssss!," "Bewitched," "They Cloned Tyrone," "The Color Purple," and "The American Society of Magical Negroes".

On stage, Grier's performances have been equally noteworthy. He won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his role in the Broadway revival of "A Soldier's Play." He received Tony nominations for his roles in "The First," "Race," and "Porgy and Bess." Grier's television work is extensive, with roles in "Damon," "DAG," "Life with Bonnie," "The Carmichael Show," "The Wiz Live!" and "A Series of Unfortunate Events." He also created and executive-produced the American satirical show "Chocolate News" for Comedy Central and starred in "The Patient" on Hulu.

Grier's recent endeavors include being the announcer for the 96th Academy Awards and joining the cast of the 2023 musical remake of "The Color Purple" as Pastor Avery. He also co-stars in the medical mockumentary series "St. Denis Medical." His accolades include the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special for "The Wiz Live!" and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actor for "A Soldier's Play."

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What topics does David Alan Grier speak about?

David Alan Grier is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Television & Film, Comedy, Entertainers, Acting, Host & Emcee, Black Heritage, Celebrity and Motivational.

Where does David Alan Grier travel from?

David Alan Grier generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for David Alan Grier?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Alan Grier for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Alan Grier for your next private or corporate function.

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David Alan Grier is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Television & Film and Comedy. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Alan Grier for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. David Alan Grier generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tommy Davidson, Wayne Brady and Alonzo Bodden. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Alan Grier for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/11/2024.

David Alan Grier Videos

David Alan Grier Once Shared A Dressing Room With Denzel Washington
David Alan Grier's Most Memorable Roles

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  • How do I book David Alan Grier to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David Alan Grier for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for David Alan Grier, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for David Alan Grier or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book David Alan Grier for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for David Alan Grier, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Alan Grier are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Alan Grier, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does David Alan Grier speak about?

    David Alan Grier is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Television & Film, Comedy, Entertainers, Acting, Host & Emcee, Black Heritage, Celebrity and Motivational.
  • Where does David Alan Grier travel from?

    David Alan Grier generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for David Alan Grier?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Alan Grier for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Alan Grier for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Alan Grier or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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