William Hung
Keynote Speaker: American Idol Contestant; Motivational Speaker Emphasizing Perseverance; From Viral Sensation to Humble Public Servant
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William Hung is a Hong Kong-born American motivational speaker and former entertainer recognized for his unexpected rise to pop culture prominence. Hung gained national attention following his audition on the third season of the television series "American Idol," where he performed Ricky Martin's song "She Bangs." At the time, Hung was a civil engineering student at the University of California, Berkeley. His straightforward approach and response to criticism—"I already gave my best, and I have no regrets at all"—resonated with audiences and contributed to his widespread appeal.
Following his audition, Hung transitioned into an entertainment career. He signed a record deal with Koch Entertainment, releasing his debut album, "Inspiration," which sold approximately 200,000 copies and reached number one on Billboard's Top Independent Albums chart. He later released the Christmas EP "Hung for the Holidays" and his second album, "Miracle: Happy Summer from William Hung." Hung promoted his music through live performances, including a halftime show at a Golden State Warriors basketball game, and appeared on television programs such as "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," and "Late Show with David Letterman."
Hung's entertainment work extended to film and television, including a role in the Hong Kong comedy "Where is Mama's Boy," and appearances in "Airline," "Arrested Development," and "George Lopez." He also returned to "American Idol" for special performances during later seasons.
After his entertainment career, Hung focused on education and public service. He earned a mathematics degree from California State University, Northridge, and an MBA from Marist College. Hung briefly taught high school mathematics before becoming a technical crime analyst for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and later worked for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Hung established himself as a motivational speaker, delivering keynote addresses for organizations such as the Asian Realtors Association of America. His message emphasizes perseverance and optimism, reflecting his journey from viral sensation to public servant and speaker. Hung's career highlights themes of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth, making him a relevant figure in motivational speaking and public service.
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William Hung is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Reality TV and Motivational. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. William Hung can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aaron Lazar, Melissa Gorga and Dave Navarro. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling William Hung for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book William Hung for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does William Hung speak about?
William Hung is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Reality TV, Motivational, Entertainment, Music and TED. -
Who is the agent for William Hung?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like William Hung 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 William Hung 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 William Hung 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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