Wilson Cruz

Wilson Cruz

Keynote Speaker: LGBTQ Activist & Actor; Known for “My So Called Life,” “13 Reasons Why” & “Star Trek: Discovery”

Wilson Cruz Biography

Award-winning actor, activist, and humanitarian Wilson Cruz starred as Dr. Hugh Culber on the CBS All Access series "Star Trek: Discovery." He appeared on the Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" and in Hulu’s 2020 GLAAD Award-Winning original animated kids’ series "The Bravest Knight." He was also the Executive Producer of the critically acclaimed docuseries "Visible: Out on Television," airing on Apple TV+, which investigated the importance of TV as an intimate medium that has shaped the American conscience and how the LGBTQ movement has shaped television.

Receiving the Emery S. Hetrick Award from the Hetrick- Martin Institute for Outstanding Contributions to LGBTQ Youth for his role as Rickie Vasquez on the ABC series "My So-Called Life," Cruz became the first openly gay actor to play an openly gay role on series television. Cruz also starred as Angel in the West Coast premiere of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical "RENT," which earned him both The Ovation and Drama Logue awards before his reprisal of the role on Broadway.

Cruz recently accepted GLAAD’s Vito Russo Award and the Make A Difference Award from the Matthew Shepard Foundation. He has also received the Rand Schrader Distinguished Achievement Award from the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center, the Liberty Award from Lambda Legal, the Visibilidad Award from GLAAD, the Fusion Achievement Award from Outfest, the Latino Spirit Award for Achievement in Entertainment and Advocacy from the California Latino Legislative Caucus, the Harvey Milk Equality Award, the Lincoln Aston Public Service Award, Aston-Brooks Award, and the Advocate Award from AdColor. He served as the Director of Entertainment Industry Partnerships and National Spokesperson for GLAAD, currently serves on the board of GLSEN, and devotes considerable time to supporting other LBGTQ organizations as well. A first-generation American of Puerto Rican descent, Cruz was named one of TIME magazine's Latino Leaders in 2024 for breaking barriers, on screen and off.

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Wilson Cruz Videos

Behind The Curtain: Wilson Cruz
Second Tuesday: Jennifer Finney Boylan in Conversation with Wilson Cruz
Wilson Cruz on Visible: Out on Television | TV Insider

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How much does it cost to book Wilson Cruz for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Wilson Cruz, 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 $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wilson Cruz, 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 Wilson Cruz speak about?

Wilson Cruz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Hispanic Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Acting, Mental Health, Culture, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Entertainment.

Where does Wilson Cruz travel from?

Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz 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.


Wilson Cruz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Hispanic Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion and LGBTQ. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wilson Cruz for virtual events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Wilson Cruz 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 Geena Rocero, Kylar Broadus and Sophie Santos. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wilson Cruz for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/10/2024.

Wilson Cruz Videos

Behind The Curtain: Wilson Cruz
Second Tuesday: Jennifer Finney Boylan in Conversation with Wilson Cruz
Wilson Cruz on Visible: Out on Television | TV Insider
Wilson Cruz on celebrating Pride and the LGBTQ movement | GMA
Wilson Cruz | Talks at Google

Wilson Cruz Reviews

  • Great experience!
    San Jose State University - Nov 06 2023

  • Janssen - Jun 15 2022

  • Thank you AAE for all of the incredible support which made the organization of our event with Wilson Cruz seamless!
    Covestro LLC - Oct 27 2021

  • Altria Client Services - Jun 04 2019

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  • How do I book Wilson Cruz to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Wilson Cruz, 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 $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wilson Cruz, 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 Wilson Cruz speak about?

    Wilson Cruz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Hispanic Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Acting, Mental Health, Culture, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Black Heritage and Entertainment.
  • Where does Wilson Cruz travel from?

    Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz 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 Wilson Cruz 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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