Rubén Blades

Rubén Blades

Keynote Speaker: Panamanian Salsa Singer & Songwriter; Actor Known for his Role in "Safe House" and "Fear the Walking Dead"

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Rubén Blades Biography

Rubén Blades is a Panamanian salsa singer, songwriter, actor, Latin jazz musician, and activist, performing musically most often in the Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz genres. As songwriter, Blades has composed dozens of musical hits, the most famous of which is "Pedro Navaja," a song about a neighborhood thug who is killed by a very attractive street walker. He also composed and sings "Patria" (Motherland), which many Panamanians consider their second national anthem. He has won 7 Grammy awards and 5 Latin Grammy Awards.

As an actor, Blades is known for his roles in films such as "Safe House" (2012) and "Predator 2" (1990). Most recently, he was cast as a main role in the new drama/horror series, "Fear the Walking Dead."

Blades is an icon in Panama and is much admired throughout Latin America and Spain, and managed to attract 18% of the vote in his failed attempt to win the Panamanian presidency in 1994. In September 2004, he was appointed minister of tourism by Panamanian president Martín Torrijos for a five-year term. He holds a law degree from the University of Panama and an LL.M in International Law from Harvard University. He is married to singer Luba Mason.

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Rubén Blades Videos

Celebrity Habla 2 - Ruben Blades - YouTube
Ruben Blades "In His Own Words" - YouTube

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Speaking fees for Rubén Blades, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rubén Blades are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rubén Blades, 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 Rubén Blades speak about?

Rubén Blades is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Actor and Television & Film.

Who is the agent for Rubén Blades?

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

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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.


Rubén Blades is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Actor and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rubén Blades for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Rubén Blades can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Coco Jones, Michael Bublé and Mark Ronson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rubén Blades for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/07/2025.

Rubén Blades Videos

Celebrity Habla 2 - Ruben Blades - YouTube
Ruben Blades "In His Own Words" - YouTube

Rubén Blades News

  • How do I book Rubén Blades to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Rubén Blades, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rubén Blades are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rubén Blades, 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 Rubén Blades speak about?

    Rubén Blades is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Actor and Television & Film.
  • Who is the agent for Rubén Blades?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rubén Blades 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 Rubén Blades 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 Rubén Blades 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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