Wayne Knight

Wayne Knight

Keynote Speaker: Veteran Character Actor in Film, TV & Stage; Known for "Seinfeld" as Newman; Voice of Al McWhiggin in "Toy Story 2"

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Wayne Knight Biography

Wayne Knight is an American actor whose career spans stage, film, and television, making him a recognizable figure in the entertainment industry. After obtaining his union card, Knight moved to New York City to begin his Broadway career, debuting in the play "Gemini." He has appeared on Broadway in productions including "Mastergate," "Art," "Sweet Charity" with Christina Applegate, and "Elf." Before his acting career advanced, Knight worked as a private investigator.

Knight began his film career with an uncredited role in "The Wanderers," followed by appearances in "Dirty Dancing," "Born on the Fourth of July," "JFK," and "Hail, Caesar!" He was the first actor cast in "Jurassic Park" after director Steven Spielberg saw his performance in "Basic Instinct." Knight's portrayal of Dennis Nedry in "Jurassic Park" earned him a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He has also appeared in "To Die For" with Nicole Kidman, "Space Jam" alongside Michael Jordan, and "Rat Race" with Cuba Gooding Jr.

Knight is widely known for his role as Newman, the postal worker neighbor of Jerry Seinfeld, on the sitcom "Seinfeld." His character's dynamic with Jerry and memorable lines contributed to the show's enduring popularity. Knight's work on "Seinfeld" earned him a Q Award for Best Recurring Player from Viewers for Quality Television. He later reprised the role of Newman in "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

While working on "Seinfeld," Knight also played Officer Don Orville on the sitcom "3rd Rock from the Sun." In addition to his live-action roles, Knight has had a successful voiceover career, voicing Demetrius in "Hercules," Tantor in "Tarzan," and Al McWhiggin in "Toy Story 2." His ensemble work on "3rd Rock from the Sun" earned Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

Following "Seinfeld," Knight made guest appearances on series such as "Nip/Tuck," "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," and "Hot in Cleveland," and reprised Newman on "Curb Your Enthusiasm." He also held a recurring role as a CIA official on the British series "Torchwood: Miracle Day." Over the years, Knight has established himself as a leading character actor in television, film, stage, and animation, with a diverse portfolio in comedy, drama, and voice acting.

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Wayne Knight is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Comedian and Television & Film.

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Wayne Knight generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Wayne Knight is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Comedian and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wayne Knight for virtual events is $100,000 - $200,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Wayne Knight 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 Kristen Johnston, Jerry Seinfeld and Hannah Waddingham. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wayne Knight for an upcoming event.

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  • How do I book Wayne Knight to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Wayne Knight, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $100,000 - $200,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wayne Knight, 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 Wayne Knight speak about?

    Wayne Knight is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Comedian and Television & Film.
  • Where does Wayne Knight travel from?

    Wayne Knight 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 Wayne Knight?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wayne Knight 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 Wayne Knight 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 Wayne Knight 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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