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Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano

Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Actor & Film Producer; Mental Health Advocate

Joe Pantoliano Biography

Joe Pantoliano is an award-winning actor known for his tough-guy roles in Risky Business, Memento, "The Sopranos." In 2016, he acted in The Perfect Match and Sense8 on Netflix. But it was his role as a father dealing with his wife's mental illness in 2006's Canvas that inspired him to face his own clinical depression and his childhood growing up with a mother who was bipolar. In response, he authored two memoirs: "Who’s Sorry Now: The True Story of a Stand-Up Guy" and "Asylum: Hollywood Tales From My Great Depression: Brain Dis-Ease, Recovery and Being My Mother's Son."

Making it his life’s calling to help others, Pantoliano has become an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness. He encourages audiences to take action and become more knowledgeable about mental illness—including its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Pantoliano launched the non-profit No Kidding, Me Too!, which works to promote education and awareness with the hope of removing the stigma that surrounds mental illness. Through No Kidding, Me Too!, he directed the powerful documentary Hope's Messengers, which presents an honest, empowering portrayal of those living with mental illness.

With courage, humor, and compassion, Pantoliano has put a face on the mental health issue. Speaking in his no-nonsense style, he shares the experiences that have fueled his craft and creativity while offering hope to those affected by mental illness.

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Joe Pantoliano Speaking Topics

Asylum: Hollywood Tales from My Great Depression

Who's Sorry Now: The True Story of a Stand-Up Guy

Stomp the Stigma of Mental Illness

A Tough Guy Battles Back

Joe Pantoliano has been grappling with clinical depression for over a decade. Before diagnosed, the actor, widely known as “Joey Pants,” would put on his “Joey” facade to be part of the solution, not the problem, for the 15 weeks on a movie set. But coming home, he’d crawl under the sheets feeling like his “heart was paralyzed.”

Post diagnosis, Pantoliano felt shrouded in the stigma that surrounds depression when he couldn’t get health coverage on movie sets for fear he might have a nervous breakdown. It was then he realized he couldn’t have the luxury of being anonymous with mental illness.

Today he advocates for the recognition that “the brain does not have the same equal rights as the liver or the kidney or the gall bladder,” he said. But it should. In an uplifting, funny, and clever presentation, Pantoliano shares his own personal story of living with depression, inspiring others with his commentary, “I’ve got it. I’m functioning. My life is better for it.”

Joe Pantoliano Videos

Joe Pantoliano wins 2003 Emmy Award for Supporting Actor in a ...
Joe Pantoliano on his battle with depression - YouTube
Joe Pantoliano/Joey Pants talk about mental illness stigma on Today

How do I book Joe Pantoliano to speak at my event?

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

How much does it cost to book Joe Pantoliano for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Joe Pantoliano, 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 $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joe Pantoliano, 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 Joe Pantoliano speak about?

Joe Pantoliano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Health, Acting, Entertainers, College, Authors, Mental Health, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Government, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity, Motivational and Entertainment.

Where does Joe Pantoliano travel from?

Joe Pantoliano generally travels from Hoboken, NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Joe Pantoliano?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joe Pantoliano 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 Joe Pantoliano 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 Joe Pantoliano 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.


Joe Pantoliano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Health and Acting Speakers. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joe Pantoliano for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Joe Pantoliano generally travels from Hoboken, NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sean Astin, Michael J. Fox and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joe Pantoliano for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 20/02/2024.

Joe Pantoliano Speaking Topics

  • Asylum: Hollywood Tales from My Great Depression

  • Who's Sorry Now: The True Story of a Stand-Up Guy

  • Stomp the Stigma of Mental Illness

  • A Tough Guy Battles Back

    Joe Pantoliano has been grappling with clinical depression for over a decade. Before diagnosed, the actor, widely known as “Joey Pants,” would put on his “Joey” facade to be part of the solution, not the problem, for the 15 weeks on a movie set. But coming home, he’d crawl under the sheets feeling like his “heart was paralyzed.”

    Post diagnosis, Pantoliano felt shrouded in the stigma that surrounds depression when he couldn’t get health coverage on movie sets for fear he might have a nervous breakdown. It was then he realized he couldn’t have the luxury of being anonymous with mental illness.

    Today he advocates for the recognition that “the brain does not have the same equal rights as the liver or the kidney or the gall bladder,” he said. But it should. In an uplifting, funny, and clever presentation, Pantoliano shares his own personal story of living with depression, inspiring others with his commentary, “I’ve got it. I’m functioning. My life is better for it.”

Joe Pantoliano Videos

Joe Pantoliano wins 2003 Emmy Award for Supporting Actor in a ...
Joe Pantoliano on his battle with depression - YouTube
Joe Pantoliano/Joey Pants talk about mental illness stigma on Today
Joe Pantoliano: Actor & Advocate 4 Ending Mental Illness Stigma ...

Joe Pantoliano News

  • How do I book Joe Pantoliano to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Joe Pantoliano, 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 $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joe Pantoliano, 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 Joe Pantoliano speak about?

    Joe Pantoliano is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Health, Acting, Entertainers, College, Authors, Mental Health, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Government, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity, Motivational and Entertainment.
  • Where does Joe Pantoliano travel from?

    Joe Pantoliano generally travels from Hoboken, NJ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Joe Pantoliano?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joe Pantoliano 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 Joe Pantoliano 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 Joe Pantoliano 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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