Tori Kelly
Keynote Speaker: Singer-Songwriter; Known for the Single "Dear No One"
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Tori Kelly Biography
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tori Kelly was a would-be child star who learned how to follow her own muse and bring her music to her fans through the Internet. She gained recognition after posting videos on YouTube as a teenager, and her cover of Frank Ocean's "Thinkin' 'Bout You" was viewed 17 million times. In addition to her online presence, Kelly developed a significant fan base through her live performances, including supporting Ed Sheeran at Madison Square Garden in November 2013 and embarking on her tours, such as her "Fill a Heart" tour.
Born into a musical household -- her father sang and played bass, and her mother was proficient on keyboards and saxophone. Kelly grew up listening to gospel and was influenced by pop and R&B acts such as Jeff Buckley, Lauryn Hill, and Jill Scott. Kelly developed ambitions to be a professional musician at an early age, and when she was 10, she appeared on the TV talent competition "Star Search." In 2004, she was a contestant on "America's Most Talented Kids," winning in her first appearance and moving on to the championship tournament. Her appearance on "America's Most Talented Kids" led to a deal with Geffen Records, but she and the label parted ways before she could release any material.
After auditioning for "American Idol" but failing to make the final 24, Kelly embraced a new approach; she had been learning to play guitar, and she started working on original songs and recording them on her personal computer. Kelly began posting videos of her performances on YouTube. Kelly proved there were paying customers in her new fan base when she digitally released an album, "Handmade Songs" by Tori Kelly, which she recorded herself and featured her playing most of the instruments; the album sold well enough to hit No. 9 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and No. 6 on Soundscan's New Artist tally.
Kelly followed the success of Handmade Songs with a series of live dates, headlining clubs and theaters, and opening at larger venues for Jewel and Ed Sheeran. Scooter Braun, who helped guide Justin Bieber and Carly Rae Jepsen to stardom, became Kelly's manager, and she scored a contract with Capitol Records, which released her EP "Foreword" in the fall of 2013. Subsequently, she signed with Epic Records and released a new song, "Missin' U," in 2023.
Throughout her career, Kelly has released numerous albums and EPs, including her debut studio album, "Unbreakable Smile," which peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and her second studio album, Hiding Place, which received two Grammy Awards for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song. Her latest work includes a Christmas album, "A Tori Kelly Christmas," released in 2020, and her fourth EP, titled "Tori," announced in 2023.
Beyond her music, Kelly has also made her mark in the film industry, voicing Meena in the animated film Sing in 2016 and reprising the role in the sequel, Sing 2, in 2021. She has also appeared on TV shows such as Billboard, Fuse, Popstar!, and Rolling Stone. Moreover, she has been nominated for numerous awards, including the BET Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Grammy Awards, and Radio Disney Music Awards.
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What topics does Tori Kelly speak about?
Tori Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Actor and Social Media.
Where does Tori Kelly travel from?
Tori Kelly generally travels from Canyon Lake, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Tori Kelly?
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Tori Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Actor and Social Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tori Kelly for live events is $200,000 and above, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Tori Kelly generally travels from Canyon Lake, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Salt-N-Pepa, Neon Trees and Walk The Moon. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tori Kelly for an upcoming event.
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Pop Singer Tori Kelly's 'Unbreakable Smile' Keeps Her Optimistic
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Elvis Duran introduces rising star Tori Kelly - TODAY.com
Radio talk show host Elvis Duran introduces 20-year-old singer-songwriter Tori Kelly as his artist of the month. Tori sings “Dear No One...
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Tori Kelly to Celebrate Billboard's Women In Music Event With ...
The surging singer-songwriter will perform a live “Candid Covers” session, a new addition to this year's program which will open-up to Kelly's fans.
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Tori Kelly: 5 Things to Know About the Singer-Songwriter - ABC News
Singer-songwriter Tori Kelly just turned 21 and already her album, “Handmade Songs,” which she recorded in her bedroom, is a top-ten bestseller on iTunes.
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How do I book Tori Kelly to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tori Kelly 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 Tori Kelly, 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 Tori Kelly or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Tori Kelly for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Tori Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Tori Kelly are $200,000 and above for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tori Kelly, 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 Tori Kelly speak about?
Tori Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Actor and Social Media. -
Where does Tori Kelly travel from?
Tori Kelly generally travels from Canyon Lake, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Tori Kelly?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tori Kelly 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 Tori Kelly 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 Tori Kelly 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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