Ice-T

Ice-T

Keynote Speaker: Cultural Icon, Author, Rapper, Record Producer & Actor Known for "Law & Order: SVU"

Ice-T Biography

Ice-T not only invented gangster rap, he has lived it. Ice-T is the original embodiment of LA Hip-Hop and a cultural icon. Through his music, his multiple books, and his lecture tours of America’s prisons, high schools, libraries, and colleges (including Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford), Ice-T has become a cultural icon and an influential spokesman for America’s youth, regardless of color.

Born an only child in New Jersey, Ice learned the art of survival pretty fast. Both his parents passed before he was 11, resulting in him being shipped to Los Angeles to live with an alcoholic aunt. Ice struck out on his own at 16 and soon became involved in crime while navigating the LA gangs scene, then joining the Army.

His first entertainment break came with a rap cameo in the film "Breakin’". He soon defined the gangster rap genre with tracks like “Six in the Mornin’” and “New Jack Hustler.” He later formed the metal band Body Count with high school friend Ernie C., releasing the controversial “Cop Killer” in 1991. Body Count earned a Grammy nomination in 2018 for “Black Hoodie” and won in 2020 for “Bum Rush.”

While stirring political and cultural conversations through music, Ice-T also built a successful acting career with roles in "New Jack City," "Ricochet," "Trespass," and "Johnny Mnemonic." In 2012, he made his directorial debut with "The Art of Rap" at Sundance and produced "Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp," which premiered at TIFF.

Ice-T has also starred on "Law & Order: SVU" for 26 seasons, making it the longest-running drama in television history, and establishing him as the longest-running actor in a prime-time live-action series.

From 2018–2021, he hosted "In Ice Cold Blood" on Oxygen and has also hosted or produced "The Mediator" (A+E), "Hip Hop Treasures" (VH1), "Framed by the Killer" (Oxygen), and many other shows.

As a brand spokesman, Ice-T currently appears in national campaigns for Lipton, Adidas, and CarShield. He’s also worked with Tide, Cheerios, Nike, Coors, and Johnson & Johnson, and was the voice of NBC’s 2022 Super Bowl and NFC promos. He recently narrated Netflix’s "Countdown: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson." Ice-T is also a published author with four books: "The Ice Opinion," "Ice: A Memoir," "Kings of Vice," and "Split Decision."

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Ice-T Speaking Topics

Suggested Speaking Topics for Ice-T

These potential topics highlight Ice-T's diverse career and personal experiences, making him a versatile speaker for various audiences.

The Evolution of Hip-Hop and Gangster Rap — Ice-T can discuss his role in shaping the early days of hip-hop and gangster rap, and how the genre has evolved over the decades.

Overcoming Adversity: From the Streets to Stardom — Drawing from his personal experiences growing up in challenging environments, Ice-T can inspire audiences with his story of resilience and success.

Creative Expression and Controversy in Art —Discussing his experiences with songs like "Cop Killer" and other controversial moments in his career, Ice-T can explore the balance between free expression and public responsibility.

The Impact of Hip-Hop on Youth and Society — As an influential voice in music, Ice-T can explore the social and cultural impact of hip-hop on American youth, race relations, and social movements.

Crime and Justice: Perspectives from an Actor and an Artist — Drawing on his role in "Law & Order: SVU" and his own experiences, Ice-T can provide unique commentary on the depiction of crime in entertainment and its real-world implications.

Entrepreneurship in Entertainment: Building a Brand Beyond Music — Ice-T can discuss the business side of the entertainment industry, focusing on building a brand, managing multiple ventures, and the importance of diversifying income streams.

Ice-T Videos

Actor Ice-T speaks about the importance of protecting free speech
Sit Down with Tracy Lauren Marrow a.k.a. Ice-T with Michael Franzese
ICE-T talks about current gang culture

How do I book Ice-T to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ice-T 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 Ice-T, 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 Ice-T or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Ice-T for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Ice-T, 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 Ice-T, 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 Ice-T speak about?

Ice-T is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Music, Inspirational, Literacy, Family & Parenting, Veterans, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Celebrity, Overcoming Adversity, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Actors, Anti-Racism, Heart Health, Motivational, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Mental Health and College.

Where does Ice-T travel from?

Ice-T 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 Ice-T?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ice-T 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 Ice-T 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 Ice-T 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.


Ice-T is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Music and Inspirational. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ice-T 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 Daymond John, Karamo and Alfonso Ribeiro. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ice-T for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 29/05/2025.

Ice-T Speaking Topics

  • Suggested Speaking Topics for Ice-T

    These potential topics highlight Ice-T's diverse career and personal experiences, making him a versatile speaker for various audiences.

    The Evolution of Hip-Hop and Gangster Rap — Ice-T can discuss his role in shaping the early days of hip-hop and gangster rap, and how the genre has evolved over the decades.

    Overcoming Adversity: From the Streets to Stardom — Drawing from his personal experiences growing up in challenging environments, Ice-T can inspire audiences with his story of resilience and success.

    Creative Expression and Controversy in Art —Discussing his experiences with songs like "Cop Killer" and other controversial moments in his career, Ice-T can explore the balance between free expression and public responsibility.

    The Impact of Hip-Hop on Youth and Society — As an influential voice in music, Ice-T can explore the social and cultural impact of hip-hop on American youth, race relations, and social movements.

    Crime and Justice: Perspectives from an Actor and an Artist — Drawing on his role in "Law & Order: SVU" and his own experiences, Ice-T can provide unique commentary on the depiction of crime in entertainment and its real-world implications.

    Entrepreneurship in Entertainment: Building a Brand Beyond Music — Ice-T can discuss the business side of the entertainment industry, focusing on building a brand, managing multiple ventures, and the importance of diversifying income streams.

Ice-T Videos

Actor Ice-T speaks about the importance of protecting free speech
Sit Down with Tracy Lauren Marrow a.k.a. Ice-T with Michael Franzese
ICE-T talks about current gang culture
Surviving on the Inside | Ice T | TEDxSingSing

Ice-T Reviews

  • Ice-T was terrific! He was so engaged with our group and the youth. Did an amazing job for us!!
    Omaha Home for Boys - Oct 03 2017

Ice-T News

  • How do I book Ice-T to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ice-T, 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 Ice-T, 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 Ice-T speak about?

  • Where does Ice-T travel from?

    Ice-T 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 Ice-T?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ice-T 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 Ice-T 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 Ice-T 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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