Hannibal Buress

Hannibal Buress

Keynote Speaker: Comedian, Actor & Writer; Emmy-Nominated SNL Writer; Star of "The Eric Andre Show" & "Broad City"

Hannibal Buress Biography

Hannibal Buress is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician known for his distinctive voice in contemporary comedy. Buress began performing comedy while attending Southern Illinois University and developed his craft on the Chicago circuit before relocating to New York City, where his career gained momentum. His deadpan humor earned him recognition, including the title of Best Male Comedian by the Excellence in Comedy New York awards. He was also included in Variety magazine's "Ten Comics to Watch" list and was highlighted by Rolling Stone on their "The 10 Funniest People, Videos and Things of the Coming Year" countdown.

Buress established a foundation as a television writer before moving into the spotlight as a performer. He was a writer on "Saturday Night Live," earning a nomination for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Series at the Primetime Emmys. He also wrote for the fifth season of the NBC comedy series "30 Rock." Buress's stand-up career flourished with a series of specials, including "Animal Furnace," "Live From Chicago," "Hannibal Takes Edinburgh," "Comedy Camisado," and "Miami Nights."

Buress starred on Adult Swim's "The Eric Andre Show" and was featured on Comedy Central's "Broad City." His supporting role as dentist Lincoln Rice on "Broad City" introduced him to a wider audience. In film, Buress appeared in "Neighbors," "Neighbors 2," "Baywatch," "Daddy's Home," "Spider-Man: Homecoming," "Spider-Man: Far From Home," and "Tag," demonstrating range across comedy and blockbuster franchises.

Buress is also known for a stand-up routine that brought sexual assault allegations against Bill Cosby to public attention, which acted as a catalyst for renewed public interest and broader conversations about accountability and sexual violence in the entertainment industry. Comedian Eddie Murphy later referenced Buress's role in these events during his Mark Twain Prize for American Humor acceptance speech.

Buress has expanded his creative work beyond stand-up, launching the podcast "Handsome Rambler" and venturing into music under the name Eshu Tune. He also announced plans to open a new performance venue, Isola Brooklyn, taking over the former Knitting Factory location. Buress continues to blend social commentary with humor across stand-up, television, film, podcasting, and music, maintaining a presence in the entertainment industry.

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Hannibal Buress Videos

A Car Accident Is a Real Mood Killer - Hannibal Buress
The Weirdest Part of Working in an Office - Hannibal Buress

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How much does it cost to book Hannibal Buress for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Hannibal Buress, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Hannibal Buress are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $100,000 - $200,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Hannibal Buress, 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 Hannibal Buress speak about?

Hannibal Buress is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Actor, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Television & Film, Entertainment and Diversity & Inclusion.

Where does Hannibal Buress travel from?

Hannibal Buress generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Hannibal Buress?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Hannibal Buress 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 Hannibal Buress 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 Hannibal Buress 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.


Hannibal Buress is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedian, Actor and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Hannibal Buress for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $100,000 - $200,000. Hannibal Buress generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jay Pharoah, Paul Reiser and Tim Meadows. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Hannibal Buress for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/06/2026.

Hannibal Buress Videos

A Car Accident Is a Real Mood Killer - Hannibal Buress
The Weirdest Part of Working in an Office - Hannibal Buress

Hannibal Buress News

  • How do I book Hannibal Buress to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Hannibal Buress 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 Hannibal Buress, 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 Hannibal Buress or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Hannibal Buress for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Hannibal Buress, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Hannibal Buress are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $100,000 - $200,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Hannibal Buress, 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 Hannibal Buress speak about?

    Hannibal Buress is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Actor, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Television & Film, Entertainment and Diversity & Inclusion.
  • Where does Hannibal Buress travel from?

    Hannibal Buress generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Hannibal Buress?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Hannibal Buress 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 Hannibal Buress 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 Hannibal Buress 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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