Al Franken

Al Franken

Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Comedy Writer & Performer Known for "Saturday Night Live" & "The Residence"; Host, "The Al Franken Podcast"; Former Senator from Minnesota

Al Franken Biography

Al Franken is a multifaceted individual with a career spanning entertainment, politics, and public service. His early career saw him as a writer and performer for the NBC series "Saturday Night Live," earning him five Emmy awards for his creative contributions. Franken was further recognized in the entertainment industry through his authorship of four New York Times best-selling books and roles in films like "Stuart Saves His Family" and "When a Man Loves a Woman." His ability to articulate his thoughts and concepts earned him two Grammy Awards for the audiobook versions of his works.

Transitioning into the political arena, Franken served as a U.S. senator from Minnesota from 2009 to 2018. During his tenure, he made remarkable strides in policy work, focusing on constituent services and legislative effectiveness. His first piece of legislation, the Service Dogs for Veterans Act, was unanimously passed by the Senate. His political career was further marked by his strong stance on issues such as universal health care, financial support for college students, and the condemnation of the Rohingya Muslim minority's genocide in Myanmar.

After his political career, Franken returned to the public sphere through radio and television, hosting "The Al Franken Show" on SiriusXM and guest-hosting shows like "The Daily Show." He has since transitioned into hosting "The Al Franken Podcast." In 2024, he appeared in "Saturday Night" based on "Saturday Night Live" and in 2025, he co-starred in Netflix's "The Residence."

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Al Franken Videos

Al Franken Remembers His First Day As A U.S. Senator | Conan O ...
Al Franken discusses his new comedy tour, current events and more ...

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What topics does Al Franken speak about?

Al Franken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Host & Emcee, Comedy, Television & Film, Acting, Health, Journalism, Entertainers, Authors, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Democrat, Commencement, Celebrity and Political.

Where does Al Franken travel from?

Al Franken generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Al Franken?

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Al Franken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Host & Emcee and Comedy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Al Franken for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Al Franken generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ben Stein, William Shatner and Jon Lovitz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Al Franken for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/04/2025.

Al Franken Videos

Al Franken Remembers His First Day As A U.S. Senator | Conan O ...
Al Franken discusses his new comedy tour, current events and more ...

Al Franken News

  • How do I book Al Franken to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Al Franken, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Al Franken, 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 Al Franken speak about?

    Al Franken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Host & Emcee, Comedy, Television & Film, Acting, Health, Journalism, Entertainers, Authors, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Democrat, Commencement, Celebrity and Political.
  • Where does Al Franken travel from?

    Al Franken generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Al Franken?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Al Franken 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 Al Franken 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 Al Franken 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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