Morris Chestnut

Morris Chestnut

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actor; Known for "Watson," "Reasonable Doubt' & "The Best Man" Franchise

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Morris Chestnut Biography

Morris Chestnut is recognized for his work as a film and television actor, with a career spanning more than two decades. Chestnut is known for roles in films such as "Boyz in the Hood," "The Brothers," "The Perfect Holiday," "Think Like a Man," and "The Best Man," as well as its sequel, "The Best Man Holiday."

Chestnut reprised the role of Lance Sullivan in Peacock's limited series "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." He received an NAACP Image Award for his performance. He also appears in Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt."

Chestnut starred in the Fox drama "The Resident" as Dr. Barrett Cain and in the NBC drama "The Enemy Within." He also appeared in the Fox series "Rosewood," a drama centered on a pathologist working with Miami police. For his work in "Rosewood," Chestnut received a fourth NAACP Image Award nomination in the category of outstanding actor in a drama series.

Chestnut's film credits include "When the Bough Breaks," "The Perfect Guy," "Bus 657," "The Call," "Kick Ass 2," and "Identity Thief."

His television credits include roles on the TNT show "Legends," the first season of FX's "American Horror Story," Amazon's "Goliath," and Showtime's "Nurse Jackie," for which he earned an NAACP Image Award in the category of outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series. Chestnut's career highlights his contributions to drama, action, and comedy across film and television.

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Morris Chestnut Videos

Morris Chestnut Reveals 'Boyz n the Hood' Memories
Morris Chestnut | Full Interview
After Show: Morris Chestnut Dishes On 'Best Man' And 'Rosewood ...

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How much does it cost to book Morris Chestnut for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Morris Chestnut, 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 $100,000 - $200,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Morris Chestnut, 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 Morris Chestnut speak about?

Morris Chestnut is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion and Television & Film.

Where does Morris Chestnut travel from?

Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut 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.


Morris Chestnut is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Black Heritage and Social Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Morris Chestnut for live events is $100,000 - $200,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Morris Chestnut 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 Nia Long, Hill Harper and Regina Hall. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Morris Chestnut for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 29/01/2026.

Morris Chestnut Videos

Morris Chestnut Reveals 'Boyz n the Hood' Memories
Morris Chestnut | Full Interview
After Show: Morris Chestnut Dishes On 'Best Man' And 'Rosewood ...
Morris Chestnut's Secret to a Happy Marriage and Staying Young at 50
Morris Chestnut on Boyz N the Hood - YouTube
  • How do I book Morris Chestnut to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Morris Chestnut, 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 $100,000 - $200,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Morris Chestnut, 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 Morris Chestnut speak about?

    Morris Chestnut is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion and Television & Film.
  • Where does Morris Chestnut travel from?

    Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut 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 Morris Chestnut 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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