Michael Ian Black

Michael Ian Black

Keynote Speaker: Comedian, Actor, Writer & Director; Co-Creator of "The State" & "Stella"; Author of "A Better Man"

Michael Ian Black Biography

Michael Ian Black is a comedian, actor, writer, and director whose career spans television, film, stand-up comedy, podcasting, and publishing. Black began his career with The State, a sketch comedy group he co-founded while attending New York University, which gained national attention with its MTV series known for absurdist humor. His work in sketch comedy includes "The State," "Viva Variety," "Stella," and "Michael and Michael Have Issues," all of which he co-created, wrote, and starred in. Stella, as a comedy troupe, performed to sold-out shows across the United States and developed a cult following.

Black starred in TV Land's "The Jim Gaffigan Show" and Comedy Central's "Another Period," and reprised a film role in Netflix's "Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later" and "Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp." He played Phil Stubbs on NBC's Ed for four years and has appeared in films including "This Is 40," "Sextuplets," "The Baxter," and "Linoleum." Black has written several screenplays, including "Wedding Daze," which he directed, and "Run, Fat Boy, Run."

His stand-up comedy specials include "Noted Expert" on Epix, as well as "Very Famous" and "I Am a Wonderful Man." Black's podcasts include "Mike & Tom Eat Snacks" with Tom Cavanagh, "Topics" with Michael Showalter, "How to Be Amazing," and "Obscure." He is also recognized as a frequent commentator on VH1's "I Love the..." series.

As an author, Black has written several children's books, including "I'm Bored," "I'm Sad," and "I'm Worried," as well as the parody "A Child's First Book of Trump." His adult memoirs include "You're Not Doing It Right" and "Navel Gazing," along with the essay collection "My Custom Van." His book "A Better Man" addresses masculinity and emotional vulnerability, written as a letter to his college-bound son. In the book, Black examines his relationship with his own father, explores the impact of societal expectations on boys, and discusses ways to foster healthy masculinity. Black's work in comedy, television, film, and publishing has contributed to ongoing conversations about culture, gender, and emotional well-being.

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Michael Ian Black Videos

Michael Ian Black | How to Do Comedy with Your 10 Best Friends | Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out
Michael Ian Black Talks About The State

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Michael Ian Black is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Celebrity, College, Jewish Heritage, Family & Parenting, Men's Health, Non-Fiction Authors and Television & Film.

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Michael Ian Black is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedian, Celebrity and College. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Michael Ian Black 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 Ben Schwartz, Nick Kroll and Jerry Seinfeld. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Ian Black for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/08/2026.

Michael Ian Black Videos

Michael Ian Black | How to Do Comedy with Your 10 Best Friends | Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out
Michael Ian Black Talks About The State

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  • How do I book Michael Ian Black to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Ian Black 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 Michael Ian Black, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Michael Ian Black or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Michael Ian Black for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Michael Ian Black, 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 Michael Ian Black, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Michael Ian Black speak about?

    Michael Ian Black is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedian, Celebrity, College, Jewish Heritage, Family & Parenting, Men's Health, Non-Fiction Authors and Television & Film.
  • Where does Michael Ian Black travel from?

    Michael Ian Black 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 Michael Ian Black?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Ian Black 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Ian Black 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 Michael Ian Black 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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