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David Oyelowo

David Oyelowo

Keynote Speaker: Actor Known for "Selma," "The Butler" & "Rise of the Planet of the Apes"

David Oyelowo Biography

David Oyetokunbo Oyelowo OBE is a British actor, director, and producer. His accolades include a Critics' Choice Award and two NAACP Image Awards as well as nominations for two Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a BAFTA Award. In 2016, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to drama.

Oyelowo rose to prominence for portraying Martin Luther King Jr. in the biographical drama film Selma and Peter Snowdin in the HBO film Nightingale, both of which garnered him critical acclaim. He also achieved praise for his roles as Louis Gaines in The Butler, Seretse Khama in A United Kingdom and Robert Katende in Queen of Katwe. He has also played supporting roles in the films Rise of the Planet of the Apes, The Help, Lincoln, Red Tails, and Jack Reacher.

On television, Oyelowo has played MI5 officer Danny Hunter in the British drama series Spooks and Javert in the BBC miniseries Les Misérables. He also provided the voice for Agent Alexsandr Kallus in the Lucasfilm Animation series Star Wars Rebels.

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David Oyelowo Videos

Oyelowo Says Academy Punished 'Selma' Cast For Protesting Garner's Death
David Oyelowo's full speech on diversity at the BFI Black Star Symposium
David Oyelowo on playing Martin Luther King in Oprah produced SELMA

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What topics does David Oyelowo speak about?

David Oyelowo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entertainers, Acting, Hosts & Emcees, Performing Arts, Black Heritage, Literary, Celebrity, Social Activism, Non-Profit & Association, College, Social Justice and Entertainment.

Where does David Oyelowo travel from?

David Oyelowo 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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David Oyelowo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entertainers, Acting Speakers and Hosts & Emcees. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. David Oyelowo 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 Viola Davis, Yara Shahidi and Leslie Odom Jr.. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Oyelowo for an upcoming event.

David Oyelowo Videos

Oyelowo Says Academy Punished 'Selma' Cast For Protesting Garner's Death
David Oyelowo's full speech on diversity at the BFI Black Star Symposium
David Oyelowo on playing Martin Luther King in Oprah produced SELMA

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