Jim Gaffigan

Jim Gaffigan

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Comedian, Actor, Producer & Author

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Jim Gaffigan Biography

Jim Gaffigan is a multi-faceted entertainer whose work spans stand-up comedy, acting, writing, and production. His keen observational humor has often been applied to subjects such as fatherhood, food, and religion. Gaffigan's comedy specials, specifically "Mr. Universe," "Obsessed," "Cinco," and "Quality Time," have notably received multiple Grammy nominations. His writing prowess extends beyond the stage, with two published books: the memoir "Dad Is Fat" and "Food: A Love Story." On television, Gaffigan co-created and starred in "The Jim Gaffigan Show" on TV Land, a series based on his own life. He's also been involved in various charitable events, from the Stand Up for Heroes event to the CNN Heroes event.

Aside from comedy specials and television, Gaffigan's career extends into film and voice acting. He has co-starred in films such as "Experimenter," "Chappaquiddick," and the neo-noir feature "American Dreamer." He also voiced characters in Pixar's "Luca" and season two of "Stargirl." Gaffigan's versatility even extends into advertising, where he has been featured as Colonel Sanders in KFC commercials and in a marketing campaign for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica.

Multiple awards have recognized Gaffigan's contributions to the world of entertainment. His animated series "Pale Force" for "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" was nominated for a Daytime Emmy in 2007. In 2016, he won a Daytime Emmy for his regular commentary on "CBS Sunday Morning." Gaffigan has also received seven Grammy nominations for Best Comedy Album. His most recent works include the comedy specials "Cinco," "Noble Ape," "Quality Time," "The Pale Tourist," and "Comedy Monster." He was featured in the 2023 film "Peter Pan & Wendy" as Mr. Smee and in the 2024 films "Unfrosted" as Edsel Kellogg III and "Greedy People" as The Irishman. Gaffigan is set to tour in 2025 with fellow comedian Jerry Seinfeld.

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Jim Gaffigan Videos

CHECKING INTO A HOTEL - THE PRISONER
Quality Time
Jim Gaffigan on Regretting Family Vacations & His Dad

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Speaking fees for Jim Gaffigan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Gaffigan are $200,000 and above for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Gaffigan, 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 Jim Gaffigan speak about?

Jim Gaffigan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedy, Entertainers, Acting, Authors, Christian, Celebrity, Family & Parenting, Music and Entertainment.

Where does Jim Gaffigan travel from?

Jim Gaffigan 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 Jim Gaffigan?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Gaffigan 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 Jim Gaffigan for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Jim Gaffigan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedy, Entertainers and Acting Speakers. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Gaffigan for live events is $200,000 and above, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Jim Gaffigan 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 Ken Jeong, Trevor Noah and Wayne Brady. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Gaffigan for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/09/2024.

Jim Gaffigan Videos

CHECKING INTO A HOTEL - THE PRISONER
Quality Time
Jim Gaffigan on Regretting Family Vacations & His Dad

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  • How do I book Jim Gaffigan to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Jim Gaffigan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Gaffigan are $200,000 and above for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Gaffigan, 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 Jim Gaffigan speak about?

    Jim Gaffigan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedy, Entertainers, Acting, Authors, Christian, Celebrity, Family & Parenting, Music and Entertainment.
  • Where does Jim Gaffigan travel from?

    Jim Gaffigan 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 Jim Gaffigan?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Gaffigan 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 Jim Gaffigan 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 Jim Gaffigan 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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