Renee Richards

Renee Richards

Keynote Speaker: Pioneer in Professional Tennis & Transgender Advocacy; Gained International Attention for Legal Battle to Compete in Women's Tennis

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Renee Richards Biography

Renée Richards is recognized as a pioneering figure in professional tennis and transgender advocacy. Originally trained as an ophthalmologist, Richards gained international attention for her legal battle to compete in women's professional tennis after her transition. This case resulted in a landmark decision permitting her participation in the U.S. Open, establishing a precedent for transgender athletes and advancing discussions on gender inclusion in sports.

Richards' tennis career was marked by her skill and determination, competing at the highest levels of the sport. In addition to her athletic career, Richards became a speaker and author, sharing her experiences in the memoir, "Second Serve: The Renée Richards Story." Her public appearances and writings have contributed to the understanding of challenges faced by transgender individuals, particularly within competitive sports environments.

Throughout her career, Richards has been recognized for her expertise in ophthalmology and her advocacy work. She has addressed issues of discrimination and personal adversity, using her platform to educate audiences on identity, fairness, and perseverance. Her legacy is defined by her commitment to equality and her ability to engage diverse audiences through storytelling and lived experience.

Richards remains an influential voice in conversations on sports, medicine, and social justice, highlighting the importance of representation and resilience. Her journey underscores the impact individuals can have in challenging norms and expanding opportunities for others.

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Clips: 1976, Trans tennis player Renee Richards argues for trans rights

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Renee Richards is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Tennis, Author, Inspirational, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Influential Women.

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Renee Richards is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including LGBTQ, Tennis and Author. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Renee Richards can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova and Arlan Hamilton. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Renee Richards for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 21/11/2025.

Renee Richards Videos

Clips: 1976, Trans tennis player Renee Richards argues for trans rights
  • How do I book Renee Richards to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Renee Richards, 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 Renee Richards, 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 Renee Richards speak about?

    Renee Richards is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Tennis, Author, Inspirational, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Influential Women.
  • Who is the agent for Renee Richards?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Renee Richards 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 Renee Richards 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 Renee Richards 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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