Forest Whitaker
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Actor, Producer & Director; Best Known for "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" & "The Last King of Scotland"; Founder of the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative
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Forest Whitaker Biography
Forest Whitaker is an Academy Award-winning actor, producer, and director, renowned for his transformative performances in both film and television. He gained recognition in films like "Platoon" and "The Crying Game," but his portrayal of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in "The Last King of Scotland" earned him critical acclaim, including an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Whitaker's career spans a wide range of genres and roles, including standout performances in "Bird," "Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai," and "The Butler." He has also appeared in blockbusters such as "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" and "Black Panther."
Whitaker is also known for his humanitarian work, which is deeply rooted in his commitment to peace, education, and empowerment in conflict-affected regions. As a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Peace and Reconciliation, Whitaker advocates for global peace, human rights, and the empowerment of marginalized groups. He often emphasizes the importance of fostering local leadership and giving communities the tools they need to rebuild and thrive. As the founder of the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative (WPDI), established in 2012, Whitaker promotes peacebuilding, reconciliation, and sustainable development in conflict-affected communities, including South Sudan, Uganda, Mexico, and the United States. WPDI focuses on youth-led peace initiatives, conflict resolution training, and providing education and vocational skills to empower young people and women in these regions.
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Forest Whitaker Speaking Topics
Actor, director, producer, humanitarian, and yes, even game developer. Forest Whitaker’s well rounded and diverse talents have made him one of the most respected and popular figures in the entertainment industry today.
Passionate about giving back and making a difference, Whitaker shares insights from his successful and prolific career, and explores the larger issues that affect our world and what we can to have a positive impact.
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What topics does Forest Whitaker speak about?
Forest Whitaker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Acting, Entertainers, Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Inspirational, Social Justice, Entrepreneurship, College, Commencement, Business, Celebrity, Social Activism, Social Media, Non-Profit and World Affairs.
Where does Forest Whitaker travel from?
Forest Whitaker generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Forest Whitaker?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Forest Whitaker 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 Forest Whitaker 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 Forest Whitaker 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.
Forest Whitaker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Acting Speakers, Entertainers and Television & Film. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Forest Whitaker 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 Issa Rae, Viola Davis and Spike Lee. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Forest Whitaker for an upcoming event.
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Forest Whitaker Speaking Topics
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A Conversation With Forest Whitaker
Actor, director, producer, humanitarian, and yes, even game developer. Forest Whitaker’s well rounded and diverse talents have made him one of the most respected and popular figures in the entertainment industry today.
Passionate about giving back and making a difference, Whitaker shares insights from his successful and prolific career, and explores the larger issues that affect our world and what we can to have a positive impact.
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Forest Whitaker Videos
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Forest Whitaker News
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'Black Panther': Forest Whitaker Joins Chadwick Boseman | Variety
Forest Whitaker has joined the cast of Marvel's "Black Panther," starring Chadwick Boseman.
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Forest Whitaker Narrates PSA Encouraging Men To Prevent Violence
The Ad Council and national nonprofit Futures Without Violence launched a national public service campaign called #TeachEarly highlighting the pivotal role ...
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Forest Whitaker to speak at Syracuse University | syracuse.com
Forest Whitaker accepts the award for outstanding actor in a motion picture for " Lee Daniels' The Butler" at the 45th NAACP Image Awards at the Pasadena Civic ...
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Forest Whitaker: It's Important For Blacks To Tell Their Own Stories ...
Despite the resurgence of black films in theaters, some black filmmakers, like Forest Whitaker, feel that it's important for blacks to be able to tell their own ...
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How do I book Forest Whitaker to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Forest Whitaker 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 Forest Whitaker, 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 Forest Whitaker or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Forest Whitaker for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Forest Whitaker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Forest Whitaker, 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 Forest Whitaker speak about?
Forest Whitaker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Acting, Entertainers, Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Inspirational, Social Justice, Entrepreneurship, College, Commencement, Business, Celebrity, Social Activism, Social Media, Non-Profit and World Affairs. -
Where does Forest Whitaker travel from?
Forest Whitaker generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Forest Whitaker?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Forest Whitaker 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 Forest Whitaker 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 Forest Whitaker 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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