Michael Rooker

Michael Rooker

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actor Known for "The Walking Dead" & "Guardians of the Galaxy"

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Michael Rooker Biography

Michael Rooker's career in American cinema has spanned both the 20th and 21st centuries, with notable roles in "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer" and AMC's "The Walking Dead." In more recent roles, he played Yondu Udonta in "Guardians of the Galaxy," "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2," and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," along with appearances in "The Suicide Squad," "The Out-Laws," "Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1," and "Superman." Frequently collaborating with director James Gunn, Rooker has appeared in all of his films, including "Slither" and "Super." His work extends beyond cinema into video games, providing the voice for characters in "Call of Duty: Black Ops" and "The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct."

Rooker's performances have not gone unnoticed in the industry, winning the Fantasporto Award for Best Actor and the Golden Space Needle Award for Best Actor for "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer." He was also nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Yondu Udonta in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2." In 2012, his contribution to "The Walking Dead" won him the Satellite Award for Best Cast – Television Series. Alongside films and video games, Rooker has also lent his voice to animated series such as "What If...?" from 2021 to 2024, reprising his role as Yondu Udonta.

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Michael Rooker Videos

Michael Rooker Talks About Playing Yondu in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 | Dinner & a Movie | TBS
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' star Michael Rooker says he doesn't like to rehearse

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What topics does Michael Rooker speak about?

Michael Rooker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity, Actor and Television & Film.

Where does Michael Rooker travel from?

Michael Rooker 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 Michael Rooker?

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

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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 Rooker 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.


Michael Rooker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity, Actor and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Rooker for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Michael Rooker 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 Randall Park, Ashly Burch and Thomas Q. Jones. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Rooker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/07/2025.

Michael Rooker Videos

Michael Rooker Talks About Playing Yondu in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 | Dinner & a Movie | TBS
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' star Michael Rooker says he doesn't like to rehearse

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

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

    Speaking fees for Michael Rooker, 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 Michael Rooker, 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 Michael Rooker speak about?

    Michael Rooker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity, Actor and Television & Film.
  • Where does Michael Rooker travel from?

    Michael Rooker 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 Michael Rooker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Rooker 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 Michael Rooker 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 Rooker 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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