Billie Jean King

Billie Jean King

Keynote Speaker: Former World #1 Professional Tennis Player & Sports Icon; Advocate for Women's Equality

Billie Jean King Biography

Named one of the “100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century” by Life magazine and the first female athlete to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the first solo female athlete to receive Congressional Gold Medal, Billie Jean King is the founder of the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative, the Women’s Tennis Association and the Women’s Sports Foundation, and part of the ownership groups of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Angel City FC and the Los Angeles Sparks.

In her legendary tennis career, King captured 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 Wimbledon championships. Her historic win over Bobby Riggs in the 1973 Battle of the Sexes, is one of the greatest moments in sports history. In June 2022, on the 50th anniversary of her French Open victory, she received France’s highest order of merit, the Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur, from President Macron, and was inducted into the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Hall of Fame as a special contributor.

In 2020, Fed Cup, the world cup of women’s tennis, was renamed the Billie Jean King Cup, making it the first global team competition to be named after a woman. In 2019, King’s Southern California roots were recognized with the opening of the Billie Jean King Main Library in her hometown of Long Beach, California. In 2006, the home of the US Open was renamed the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in honor of her accomplishments on and off the court. In 2017, Fox Searchlight released the critically acclaimed film, Battle of the Sexes, which depicts the cultural and social impact of the groundbreaking match.

Among her numerous accolades, King was the first female athlete ever to be named Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year in 1972. In 2018, King received a Lifetime Achievement Award as part of the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards. In 2021, she received the Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award and the Sports Illustrated Muhammad Ali Legacy Award. King serves on the board of the Women’s Sports Foundation, is an adidas Global Ambassador and is the Honorary Lifetime President of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and a past member of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. Her memoir, "ALL IN: An Autobiography," was a New York Times best seller.

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Billie Jean King Speaking Topics

Pressure Is A Privilege and Other Life Lessons

King draws on her rich history in and out of sports to share a lifetime of breaking barriers and opening doors all in an effort to secure equal rights for all.

Lift, Learn, Lead

With the millennial generation expected to be 75% of the global workforce by 2025, King looks at the unique opportunity in the workplace for generations past, present and future to work together in an inclusive environment.

A Conversation with Billie Jean King

The living legend shares a lifetime of stories about equality, inclusion and the importance of connecting with others.

Billie Jean King Videos

Naomi Osaka and Billie Jean King in Conversation, presented by ...
2017 Commencement address by Billie Jean King - YouTube
Billie Jean King: "Coming Out" - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Billie Jean King for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Billie Jean King speak about?

Billie Jean King is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Women, Diversity & Inclusion, Tennis, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Authors, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Innovation, LGBTQ, Influential Women, Health, TED, College, Diabetes, Hall of Fame, Commencement, Business, Business Leadership, Sports, Leadership, Gender Equality, Women's History Month, Female Leadership, Women's Health, Liberal and Empowerment.

Where does Billie Jean King travel from?

Billie Jean King 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 Billie Jean King?

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Billie Jean King is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Women and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Billie Jean King for live events is $200,000 and above, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Billie Jean King 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 Allyson Felix, Abby Wambach and Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Billie Jean King for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 20/09/2024.

Billie Jean King Speaking Topics

  • Pressure Is A Privilege and Other Life Lessons

    King draws on her rich history in and out of sports to share a lifetime of breaking barriers and opening doors all in an effort to secure equal rights for all.

  • Lift, Learn, Lead

    With the millennial generation expected to be 75% of the global workforce by 2025, King looks at the unique opportunity in the workplace for generations past, present and future to work together in an inclusive environment.

  • A Conversation with Billie Jean King

    The living legend shares a lifetime of stories about equality, inclusion and the importance of connecting with others.

Billie Jean King Videos

Naomi Osaka and Billie Jean King in Conversation, presented by ...
2017 Commencement address by Billie Jean King - YouTube
Billie Jean King: "Coming Out" - YouTube

Billie Jean King Reviews

  • BJK is an absolute legend and we were honored to have her speak at Choate Rosemary Hall!
    Choate Rosemary Hall - May 30 2023

  • We really couldn’t have asked for anything more perfect than the kismet involved with Billie Jean King. Tip ended up reminding us that the day of her Keynote/Conversation was the 45th celebration of the Battle of the Sexes match, and BJK had purchased the Dodgers on 9/20. I mean, really? It was phenomenal. She was playful, funny, engaging, inspiring, and left our clients totally in awe.
    MINDBODY - Sep 24 2018

  • Billie Jean King was humorous, authentic, down to earth and helped us tremendously with fundraising.
    Fairfield County’s Community Foundation - May 18 2018

Billie Jean King News

  • How do I book Billie Jean King to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Billie Jean King, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Billie Jean King are $200,000 and above for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Billie Jean King, 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 Billie Jean King speak about?

  • Where does Billie Jean King travel from?

    Billie Jean King 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 Billie Jean King?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Billie Jean King 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 Billie Jean King 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 Billie Jean King 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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