Jay Jurden

Jay Jurden

Keynote Speaker: Stand-Up Comedian, Actor & Writers Guild of America-Nominated Writer for "The Problem with Jon Stewart

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Jay Jurden Biography

Jay Jurden is a New York–based comedian, writer, and actor originally from Mississippi. Known for his sharp wit and dynamic stage presence, Jurden has performed stand-up across the country and made multiple appearances on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon." He has also been featured on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," "The Late Late Show with James Corden," "Comedy Central Featuring," and HBO’s "High Maintenance."

Most recently, Jurden served as a Staff Writer for Apple TV+’s Emmy-nominated series "The Problem With Jon Stewart," earning a Writers Guild of America nomination in 2023 for the show’s “Election Wrap-Up Special.” His writing has also appeared in The New Yorker, Vulture, Teen Vogue, and McSweeney’s, as well as in Marvel’s Voices: X-Men #1.

Jurden’s debut comedy album, Jay Jurden, Y’all, premiered at number one on iTunes, and his first special, "Yes Ma’am," was released on Hulu in 2025. Recognized as one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” in 2022 and featured in Vulture’s “Comedians You Should and Will Know” list in 2020, Jurden continues to be celebrated for his distinctive voice and fearless humor.

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Jay Jurden Videos

Jay Jurden - "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon"
Why Everyone’s a Little Gay Now | Jay Jurden | Stand-Up Comedy
Hard to Cancel This | Jay Jurden | Stand Up Comedy

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What topics does Jay Jurden speak about?

Jay Jurden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Comedian, Actor, LGBTQ, Entertainment and Television & Film.

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Jay Jurden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Black Heritage, Comedian and Actor. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jay Jurden for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jay Jurden can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Josh Johnson, Leslie Liao and Bob The Drag Queen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jay Jurden for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/11/2025.

Jay Jurden Videos

Jay Jurden - "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon"
Why Everyone’s a Little Gay Now | Jay Jurden | Stand-Up Comedy
Hard to Cancel This | Jay Jurden | Stand Up Comedy
Jay Jurden - "The Late Late Show with James Corden"
  • How do I book Jay Jurden to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Jay Jurden, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jay Jurden, 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 Jay Jurden speak about?

    Jay Jurden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black Heritage, Comedian, Actor, LGBTQ, Entertainment and Television & Film.
  • Who is the agent for Jay Jurden?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jay Jurden 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 Jay Jurden 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 Jay Jurden 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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