David Oyelowo
Keynote Speaker: Actor Known for "Selma," "The Butler" & "Newborn"
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David Oyelowo Biography
David Oyelowo is a British actor, director, and producer known for his work in film, television, and theater. A graduate of the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, Oyelowo began his professional career on stage and became the first Black actor to portray an English king in a major production of Shakespeare, playing King Henry VI for the Royal Shakespeare Company. This performance earned him the Ian Charleson Award for Best Newcomer in a Classic Play.
Oyelowo gained recognition in the United Kingdom as a cast member on the spy series "MI-5" on BBC before transitioning to international film. He appeared in "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" and "The Help," followed by roles in Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln," "Red Tails," and "The Butler." These performances established Oyelowo as a versatile presence in Hollywood.
A defining moment in Oyelowo's career came with his portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Ava DuVernay's "Selma." The film, produced by Oprah Winfrey and Plan B, follows Dr. King's efforts to secure voting rights for Black Americans. Oyelowo received Golden Globe and Film Independent Spirit Award nominations and won the NAACP Image Award for Best Actor for his performance. He also starred in "Nightingale," earning the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Movie/Miniseries and a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.
Oyelowo has continued to take on roles depicting historical figures, including Seretse Khama in "A United Kingdom" and Robert Katende in "Queen of Katwe." He portrayed Bass Reeves in the television series "Lawmen: Bass Reeves," earning a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film. Oyelowo has also maintained his commitment to theater, starring in the Royal National Theatre production of "Coriolanus."
In addition to his acting career, Oyelowo is a producer and humanitarian. He co-founded Yoruba Saxon Productions, a company focused on developing diverse stories. In partnership with The Geanco Foundation, he established the David Oyelowo Leadership Scholarship, which funds the education and rehabilitation of girls affected by terrorism in Nigeria. Oyelowo's accolades include a Critics' Choice Award and two NAACP Image Awards, as well as nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a BAFTA Award. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for his services to drama.
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David Oyelowo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Host & Emcee, Performing Arts, Black Heritage, Celebrity, Social Activism, Philanthropy, College, Anti-Racism, DEI, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Entertainment and European Heritage.
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David Oyelowo generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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David Oyelowo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Host & Emcee and Performing Arts. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. David Oyelowo 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 Ava DuVernay, Forest Whitaker and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Oyelowo for an upcoming event.
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David Oyelowo Joins TheWrap's Power Women Summit to Talk ...
Acclaimed actor David Oyelowo joins the historic Power Women Summit kicking off Thursday November 1 at the Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Los ...
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David Oyelowo Creates Scholarship For Vulnerable Girls In Nigeria
The GEANCO Foundation is proud to inaugurate the David Oyelowo Leadership Scholarship for Girls, which will provide scholarships covering educational expenses for girls directly impacted by acts of terror in all its forms.
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David Oyelowo Is Officially the Next James Bond (Sort of) | TIME
David Oyelowo attends the Variety Purpose Summit in Los Angeles, Calif. on June 25 Paras Griffin--FilmMagic David Oyelowo attends the Variety Purpose ...
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David Oyelowo to play James Bond -- on audiobook - CNN.com
"Selma" star David Oyelowo says he's been picked to portray Bond and other characters in the audiobook version of the novel "Trigger Mortis."
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David Oyelowo: Racism Alive in Hollywood
It’s been six months since actor David Oyelowo learned he was not nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor for his towering performance as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, a performance most critics thought should be a frontrunner to win the trophy.
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How do I book David Oyelowo to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David Oyelowo 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 Oyelowo, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 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 Oyelowo or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book David Oyelowo for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for David Oyelowo, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Oyelowo, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does David Oyelowo speak about?
David Oyelowo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Host & Emcee, Performing Arts, Black Heritage, Celebrity, Social Activism, Philanthropy, College, Anti-Racism, DEI, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Entertainment and European Heritage. -
Where does David Oyelowo travel from?
David Oyelowo 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 Oyelowo?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Oyelowo 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Oyelowo 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 Oyelowo 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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