Darrell Hammond
Keynote Speaker: Comedian, Actor & Second Longest Running Cast Member of SNL
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Darrell Hammond Biography
Darrell Hammond is an actor, comedian, impressionist, and announcer. He served as a regular member of “The Not Ready For Prime Time Players Company” on "Saturday Night Live" from 1995 to 2009, the second-longest tenure of any cast member in the show's history. In September 2014, Hammond took over as the announcer for SNL, a role he continues to hold to this day.
Throughout his career, Hammond has showcased his talent as an impersonator, known for his impressions of over 107 different celebrities. His most frequent impersonation was of former President Bill Clinton. He has also reprised his Clinton and Donald Trump impersonations on SNL numerous times. Hammond's talent does not end at impressions; he is also a frequent guest on "The Howard Stern Show" and had his own stand-up comedy special on Comedy Central: "Comedy Central Presents Darrell Hammond."
Hammond's acting experience extends beyond SNL to film and television roles. He had guest roles in episodes of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," and he has starred in films such as Celtic Pride, Blues Brothers 2000, Agent Cody Banks, and Scary Movie 3. He made his Broadway theatre debut in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," and he also played the role of fast-food mascot Colonel Sanders in an ad campaign for KFC.
In 2011, Hammond turned to writing and published his memoir, "God, If You're Not Up There, I'm F*cked," which became a New York Times bestseller. The book provided a candid account of his abusive childhood, psychiatric issues, struggles with substance abuse, and experiences on "Saturday Night Live." A few years later, in 2015, he revived his Trump impression for SNL, which was received with widespread acclaim.
Most recently, he has appeared in episodes of "Criminal Minds," "At Home with Amy Sedaris," and a "Friday Night Lights" spoof series on The Kicker. He has also been cast in the animated series "What If...?," lending his voice to the character of a Nazi General in the episode "What If... Captain Carter Were the First Avenger?"
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A gifted comedian and impressionist, Darrell Hammond became the show's longest serving cast member. He holds the SNL record for the most impressions by a single cast member, and has made more SNL appearances than anyone else.
His expert portrayals of such media figures and celebrities as Bill Clinton, Al Gore, Donald Trump, John Travolta and Chris Matthews have been called "genius" and "defining," and he continues to make cameo appearances on SNL- including the ever-popular Sean Connery in the recurring Celebrity Jeopardy! skits. He also appears in many of the notorious FUNNY OR DIE episodes.
Hammond's road to success is an unlikely one for sure. On academic probation during most of his college career, he was singled out for his inability to speak very well. Yet, in his late 20's he was working at a small radio station in Florida (where they did not let him do impressions on the air) and made it known that his dream was to be on SNL (you can imagine how that went over!). In spite of the impossible odds, he focused on his craft, committed to making one small, incremental improvement a week. Considered a late bloomer in the world of professional comedy, he was 39 years old when he was selected to join the cast of SNL. There, he continuously worked on improving his skills and soon became SNL's "go to guy" for performing under pressure.
Off the air, however, he was battling a severe drug and alcohol addiction and other issues stemming from a hellish and abusive childhood. The fact that he even survived long enough to achieve his goal is a testament to his tenacity and focus.
With poignant and hilarious turns, Hammond takes audiences from the set of Saturday Night Live to visits to the White House (with stops along the way in various Harlem crack houses, a Caribbean jail and more than a few psych wards). He is passionately committed to reducing the stigman of mental illness and addiction, and the story of his journey to sobriety and the final (correct) diagnosis of PTSD is inspiring audiences nationwide.
Hammond's surprising story resonates with anyone who shares a love of comedy, a desire to know how an artist can climb from the deepest despair to the very top of his profession, or simply with anyone wanting to find a way to make a living doing what they love.
Listed by TIME Magazine as one of the "100 Best TV Shows of All-Time," Saturday Night Live boldly revitalized satirical and political humor on television. It continues to be a showcase for cutting-edge music and comedy, and is for many entertainers the dream gig of a lifetime.
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How much does it cost to book Darrell Hammond for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Darrell Hammond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Darrell Hammond are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Darrell Hammond, 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 Darrell Hammond speak about?
Darrell Hammond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedy, Acting, Entertainers, Social Activism, Celebrity, Political, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Health, Personal Growth and Motivational.
Where does Darrell Hammond travel from?
Darrell Hammond generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Darrell Hammond 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 Darrell Hammond for your next private or corporate function.
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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 Darrell Hammond 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.
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Darrell Hammond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Comedy and Acting Speakers. The estimated speaking fee range to book Darrell Hammond for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Darrell Hammond 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 Tim Meadows, Ben Stein and Paul Reiser. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Darrell Hammond for an upcoming event.
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A gifted comedian and impressionist, Darrell Hammond became the show's longest serving cast member. He holds the SNL record for the most impressions by a single cast member, and has made more SNL appearances than anyone else.
His expert portrayals of such media figures and celebrities as Bill Clinton, Al Gore, Donald Trump, John Travolta and Chris Matthews have been called "genius" and "defining," and he continues to make cameo appearances on SNL- including the ever-popular Sean Connery in the recurring Celebrity Jeopardy! skits. He also appears in many of the notorious FUNNY OR DIE episodes.
Hammond's road to success is an unlikely one for sure. On academic probation during most of his college career, he was singled out for his inability to speak very well. Yet, in his late 20's he was working at a small radio station in Florida (where they did not let him do impressions on the air) and made it known that his dream was to be on SNL (you can imagine how that went over!). In spite of the impossible odds, he focused on his craft, committed to making one small, incremental improvement a week. Considered a late bloomer in the world of professional comedy, he was 39 years old when he was selected to join the cast of SNL. There, he continuously worked on improving his skills and soon became SNL's "go to guy" for performing under pressure.
Off the air, however, he was battling a severe drug and alcohol addiction and other issues stemming from a hellish and abusive childhood. The fact that he even survived long enough to achieve his goal is a testament to his tenacity and focus.
With poignant and hilarious turns, Hammond takes audiences from the set of Saturday Night Live to visits to the White House (with stops along the way in various Harlem crack houses, a Caribbean jail and more than a few psych wards). He is passionately committed to reducing the stigman of mental illness and addiction, and the story of his journey to sobriety and the final (correct) diagnosis of PTSD is inspiring audiences nationwide.
Hammond's surprising story resonates with anyone who shares a love of comedy, a desire to know how an artist can climb from the deepest despair to the very top of his profession, or simply with anyone wanting to find a way to make a living doing what they love.
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How do I book Darrell Hammond to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Darrell Hammond 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 Darrell Hammond, 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 Darrell Hammond or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Darrell Hammond for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Darrell Hammond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Darrell Hammond are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Darrell Hammond, 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 Darrell Hammond speak about?
Darrell Hammond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedy, Acting, Entertainers, Social Activism, Celebrity, Political, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Health, Personal Growth and Motivational. -
Where does Darrell Hammond travel from?
Darrell Hammond 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 Darrell Hammond?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Darrell Hammond 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 Darrell Hammond 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 Darrell Hammond 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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