RuPaul
Keynote Speaker: Iconic Drag Queen & Entertainment Trailblazer; Host & Executive Producer of "RuPaul's Drag Race"; 14-Time Emmy Award Winner; Tony Award-Winning Producer
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RuPaul Biography
RuPaul Andre Charles is recognized as a commercially successful drag queen and entertainer whose influence spans music, television, film, and literature. Charles began his career in the mid-1980s performing in New York City, gaining recognition through public-access television and the hit single "Supermodel (You Better Work)." The dance-pop track topped club charts, establishing Charles as a prominent figure in drag performance and bringing the art form into popular music. He published the autobiography "Lettin' It All Hang Out" and became the first drag queen to serve as a spokesmodel for a major cosmetics company.
Charles expanded into acting with a film debut in Spike Lee's "Crooklyn" and later hosted "The RuPaul Show" on VH1. Additional film credits include "The Brady Bunch Movie" and "To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar." Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Charles continued to record music and appear on screen, building a multifaceted career. As an author, he wrote "Lettin' It All Hang Out: An Autobiography," the life guide "GuRu," and the self-help book "Workin' It!: RuPaul's Guide to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Style."
Charles is known for hosting and co-producing "RuPaul's Drag Race," a reality television show that crowns America's next drag superstar. The series has generated several spin-offs, including "All Stars," "RuPaul's Drag-U," and "RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race." As executive producer and host, Charles has received 14 Primetime Emmy Awards, holding the record for most wins as outstanding host of a reality or competition program and for any Black artist. The show has achieved top ratings in key cable demographics and won Outstanding Reality Competition Program at the GLAAD Media Awards.
Charles received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the first drag queen to earn the honor. He also received a Tony Award as a producer of Best Musical A Strange Loop. Charles appeared on Netflix's Grace and Frankie and starred in, wrote, and executive produced the comedy series "AJ and the Queen." He has contributed voice work to animated projects such as "Chicago Party Aunt," "Zombies 3," and "Trolls Band Together." In 2026, he starred in "Stop! That! Train!"
Charles is credited with elevating drag from niche performance art to a celebrated mainstream genre. He hosts the podcast "RuPaul: What's the Tee?," engaging audiences on topics of self-expression, identity, and empowerment. Charles has used his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, challenge stereotypes, and promote diversity and acceptance in media, opening doors for drag artists, queer performers, and gender-nonconforming individuals worldwide. With a career spanning four decades, Charles remains a significant voice in entertainment, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and pop culture.
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RuPaul is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Art & Design, Fashion, Beauty, Host & Emcee, Television & Film, Reality TV, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Models, Entertainment, TED, Broadcasting and Actor.
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RuPaul generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like RuPaul 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 RuPaul for your next private or corporate function.
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RuPaul is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, LGBTQ and Civil Rights. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. RuPaul 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 Karamo, Billy Porter and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling RuPaul for an upcoming event.
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How do I book RuPaul to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like RuPaul 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 RuPaul, 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 RuPaul or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book RuPaul for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for RuPaul, 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 RuPaul, 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 RuPaul speak about?
RuPaul is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, LGBTQ, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Art & Design, Fashion, Beauty, Host & Emcee, Television & Film, Reality TV, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Models, Entertainment, TED, Broadcasting and Actor. -
Where does RuPaul travel from?
RuPaul 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 RuPaul?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like RuPaul 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 RuPaul 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 RuPaul 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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