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Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

Keynote Speaker: Actor, Comedian, Entrepreneur Known for "The Blues Brothers" and "Ghostbusters"

Dan Aykroyd Biography

Dan Aykroyd is a Canadian actor, producer, comedian, musician, businessman and filmmaker who was an original member of the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players" on Saturday Night Live (1975–1979). A musical sketch he performed with John Belushi on "SNL", the Blues Brothers, turned into an actual performing band and then the 1980 film The Blues Brothers.

He conceived and starred in Ghostbusters (1984), which spawned a sequel and eventually an entire media franchise. In 1990, he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his work in the 1989 film Driving Miss Daisy. He starred in his own sitcom, Soul Man (1997–1998).

In 1992, Aykroyd and Hard Rock Cafe co-founder Isaac Tigrett founded the House of Blues, a chain of music venues, with the mission to promote African-American cultural contributions of blues music and folk art. In 2007, Aykroyd and artist John Alexander founded Crystal Head Vodka, a brand of high-end vodka known for its distinctive skull-shaped bottle and for being filtered through Herkimer diamond crystals. Aykroyd is also part owner of several wineries in Canada's Niagara Peninsula as well as the company that distributes Patrón tequila in Canada.

In 2016, Aykroyd partnered with TV producers Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey and game developer Ike McFadden to release an online-casino game featuring the Blues Brothers. Aykroyd provided the in-game voice of his Elwood Blues character via voiceover.

In 1977, Aykroyd received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series for his collaborative work on "Saturday Night Live". He was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2002. In 2017, he was made a member of the Order of Ontario in recognition for being "one of the world's most popular entertainers, well-known for his time on Saturday Night Live and the 1984 classic movie Ghostbusters".

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Dan Aykroyd Videos

Dan Aykroyd | How to Build a Brand Empire on Superior Products
Dan Aykroyd on the Tragically Hip, ghosts and the blues
Dan Aykroyd Talks Mental Health And Acting

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What topics does Dan Aykroyd speak about?

Dan Aykroyd is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Comedy, Entertainers, Celebrity, Business Leadership, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Acting, Music, Literary, Television & Film, Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Business and Entertainment.

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Dan Aykroyd generally travels from Ontario, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Dan Aykroyd is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Comedy, Entertainers and Celebrity. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Dan Aykroyd generally travels from Ontario, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Adam Carolla, Donald Glover and Steve Martin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dan Aykroyd for an upcoming event.

Dan Aykroyd Videos

Dan Aykroyd | How to Build a Brand Empire on Superior Products
Dan Aykroyd on the Tragically Hip, ghosts and the blues
Dan Aykroyd Talks Mental Health And Acting
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