Rutina Wesley
Keynote Speaker: Television, Film & Theater Actress; Known for "True Blood," "Queen Sugar" & "The Last of Us"; Broadway Performer
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Rutina Wesley Biography
Rutina Wesley is an American actress known for her work in television, film, and theater. Wesley earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theater performance from the University of Evansville and continued her training at The Juilliard School's Drama Division. She also attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art during a summer program, building a foundation in classical acting that has supported her career across multiple mediums.
Wesley began her professional career on stage, making her Broadway debut in "The Vertical Hour" by David Hare, directed by Sam Mendes. She also participated in the pre-Broadway workshop of the musical "The Color Purple" and performed in The Public Theater's production of "In Darfur." Her feature film debut was in the dance drama "How She Move," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was later distributed by Paramount and MTV.
Wesley gained national recognition for her role as Tara Thornton in the HBO series "True Blood." Cast by creator Alan Ball, she portrayed a character navigating complex emotional challenges. Wesley was nominated for a Scream Award for Best Supporting Actress and, along with the ensemble, for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series.
She later starred as Nova Bordelon in the Oprah Winfrey Network drama series "Queen Sugar," produced by Ava DuVernay and Oprah Winfrey. The series was recognized for its storytelling and representation of African American culture. Wesley received multiple Black Reel Awards for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series and several NAACP Image Award nominations for her work on the show. She has also appeared in the NBC drama "Hannibal" and the CW series "Arrow."
Wesley portrayed Maria Miller in the HBO series "The Last of Us," a role noted for its emotional depth. She was awarded an honorary Doctor of Arts degree by Dean College in recognition of her contributions to acting and popular culture. Wesley's career reflects a commitment to dramatic performance across stage, film, and television, with a focus on roles in drama series and adaptations.
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Rutina Wesley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Celebrity and Performing Arts. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rutina Wesley for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Rutina Wesley 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 Stephanie Hsu, J. Smith-Cameron and Jodie Comer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rutina Wesley for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Rutina Wesley for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Rutina Wesley, 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 $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rutina Wesley, 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 Rutina Wesley speak about?
Rutina Wesley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Celebrity, Performing Arts and Television & Film. -
Where does Rutina Wesley travel from?
Rutina Wesley 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 Rutina Wesley?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rutina Wesley 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 Rutina Wesley 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 Rutina Wesley 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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