Lance Gross

Lance Gross

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actor; Best Known for "House of Payne" & "Our Family Wedding"; R&B Music Video Artist

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Lance Gross Biography

Lance Gross is recognized for his portrayal of Calvin Payne on Tyler Perry's hit TBS sitcom "House of Payne." Gross has also appeared as Steven Sealy in "The Bobby Brown Story" and held recurring roles on "MacGyver" and "Tyler Perry’s The Paynes" on OWN.

Gross starred as Marcus opposite America Ferrera and Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker in the Fox Searchlight comedy "Our Family Wedding," a film centered around the challenges leading up to a young couple's wedding. He made his feature film debut alongside Tyler Perry and Angela Bassett in the Lionsgate/Tyler Perry dramedy "Meet The Browns," and later starred in "Tyler Perry's Temptations: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor."

Gross has received multiple NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his work on "House of Payne." The series has earned numerous NAACP and Vision Awards since its premiere. His additional television credits include The Bernie Mac Show on Fox and Eve on UPN.

In addition to his acting career in film and television, Gross has appeared in music videos for R&B artists including Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Kirk Franklin, Latoya Luckett, Angela Simmons, Kelis, Mary J. Blige, and Tyra B.

A native of Oakland, California, Gross holds a Bachelor of Arts in theatre from Howard University and has trained at The Ivanna Chubbuck Studio and Tasha Smith Acting Studio. Initially aspiring to become a professional track and field athlete, Gross chose to pursue acting and is also active as a photographer.

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Lance Gross Videos

ESSENCE FEST: Lance Gross talks about his passion for photography
Lance Gross Interview

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How much does it cost to book Lance Gross for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Lance Gross, 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 $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lance Gross, 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 Lance Gross speak about?

Lance Gross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Actor, Models, Art & Design, Photography, Entertainment and Music.

Where does Lance Gross travel from?

Lance Gross generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Lance Gross?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lance Gross 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 Lance Gross 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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Lance Gross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Actor and Models. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lance Gross for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Lance Gross generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Billy Porter, Anthony Ramos and Ice-T. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lance Gross for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 27/01/2026.

Lance Gross Videos

ESSENCE FEST: Lance Gross talks about his passion for photography
Lance Gross Interview
  • How do I book Lance Gross to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Lance Gross, 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 $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lance Gross, 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 Lance Gross speak about?

    Lance Gross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Actor, Models, Art & Design, Photography, Entertainment and Music.
  • Where does Lance Gross travel from?

    Lance Gross generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Lance Gross?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lance Gross 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 Lance Gross 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 Lance Gross 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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