Leslie Odom Jr.
Keynote Speaker: Broadway Actor & Grammy Award Winning Singer
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Leslie Odom Jr. Biography
Leslie Odom, Jr. is a multifaceted Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominated vocalist, songwriter, actor, and New York Times bestselling author. With a career that spans all performance genres, Odom has received recognition for his excellence and achievements in Broadway, television, film, and music.
Most recently, Odom made his long-awaited return to Broadway starring in, and co-producing, the new Broadway production of the classic American comedy "Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch" by the legendary Ossie Davis, which opened in September 2023 to widespread critical acclaim. Odom was nominated for Lead Actor in a Play for his role, and the play received six nominations in total. "Purlie Victorious" was also recorded and aired as part of PBS’ Great Performances. Additionally, he stared in the highly anticipated sequel to the original iconic film "The Exorcist" for Blumhouse and Universal Pictures.
Odom recently starred in Rian Johnson’s 2022 "Knives Out" sequel, "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery," which broke records for Netflix and is currently streaming worldwide. In 2020, he starred as legendary singer Sam Cooke in the award-winning Amazon film adaptation of "One Night in Miami…," directed by Regina King. His critically acclaimed and highly lauded portrayal of the soul icon and musical performance of original song “Speak Now” earned him multiple awards and nominations. He also starred in "The Many Saints of Newark," a prequel to David Chase’s award-winning HBO series "The Sopranos," released in October 2021.
Well known for his breakout role as ‘Aaron Burr’ in the smash hit Broadway musical "Hamilton," Odom hosted “The Tony Awards Present: Broadway’s Back!” on CBS in September 2021 (2022 Emmy nomination). Additional film and television credits include Apple TV+’s "Central Park" (2020 Emmy nomination), "Hamilton" on Disney+ (2021 Emmy nomination), "Abbott Elementary," "The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder," "Love in the Time of Corona," "Harriet," and many more.
Co-written with Nicolette Robinson, Odom’s first children’s book, "I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know," was published by Feiwel & Friends on March 28, 2023. The book debuted on the New York Times bestseller list at #7 in its first week. Odom is a BMG recording artist and has released five full-length albums. His fifth studio album, "When A Crooner Dies," was released on November 17, 2023.
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Leslie Odom Jr. Speaking Topics
Leslie shares his life lessons on following your passions, discovering your own potential, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Failing Up is about unlocking your true potential and making your dreams come true even when it seems impossible.
Leslie Odom Jr. Videos
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What topics does Leslie Odom Jr. speak about?
Leslie Odom Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actors, Performing Arts, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Celebrity, Black History Month, Commencement, Entertainers, Television & Film, Culture, Virtual, Music, Entertainment, Social Justice, Civil Rights and DEI.
Where does Leslie Odom Jr. travel from?
Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Leslie Odom Jr.?
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Leslie Odom Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actors, Performing Arts and Diversity & Inclusion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Daymond John, Common and Karamo. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Leslie Odom Jr. for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Leslie Odom Jr. Speaking Topics
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Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher, and Never Stop Learning
Leslie shares his life lessons on following your passions, discovering your own potential, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Failing Up is about unlocking your true potential and making your dreams come true even when it seems impossible.
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Leslie Odom Jr. Videos
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Leslie Odom Jr. Reviews
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Leslie was amazing and the event was a success!
R1RCM - Feb 12 2021 -
Leslie was awesome! He was patient as we worked through some technical difficulties and was setup and ready to go for our live portion.
Bamboo HR LLC - Oct 13 2020
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How do I book Leslie Odom Jr. to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Leslie Odom Jr., 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 Leslie Odom Jr. or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Leslie Odom Jr. for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Leslie Odom Jr., 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 Leslie Odom Jr., 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 Leslie Odom Jr. speak about?
Leslie Odom Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actors, Performing Arts, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Celebrity, Black History Month, Commencement, Entertainers, Television & Film, Culture, Virtual, Music, Entertainment, Social Justice, Civil Rights and DEI. -
Where does Leslie Odom Jr. travel from?
Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Leslie Odom Jr.?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Leslie Odom Jr. 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 Leslie Odom Jr. 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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