Lee Daniels
Keynote Speaker: Director, Writer & Producer Known for "Precious," "Empire," "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" & "The Deliverance"; Founder, Lee Daniels Entertainment
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Lee Daniels Biography
Lee Daniels made a significant impact in the film industry with his directorial debut "Shadowboxer" in 2005. He went on to direct the critically acclaimed "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire" in 2009, a film that won two Academy Awards and earned nominations for Best Director and Best Picture at the Oscars. Daniels' portfolio also includes "The Butler," "The United States vs. Billie Holiday," and "The Deliverance." As a producer, he has been involved in several notable films including "Monster's Ball," "The Woodsman," "Tennessee," "Pimp," and "Concrete Cowboy."
Daniels' work in television began with the drama "Empire," which debuted in January 2015 on Fox. He co-created and co-executive produced this popular music industry-based TV series until 2020, as well as "Star" from 2016 to 2019. He also served as executive producer for "The Wonder Years" reboot. His contributions to television were recognized when he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2021, Lee Daniels Entertainment extended its overall deal with 20th Television. Currently, Daniels is set to develop and direct a limited series about Sammy Davis Jr. for Hulu.
Throughout his career, Daniels has also been actively involved in public service. In 2004, he produced public service announcements encouraging young people of color to vote, featuring notable figures such as LL Cool J and Alicia Keys. He was honored with the amfAR Award of Courage in 2018 for his work with HIV/AIDS patients. Daniels has also made significant contributions to the LGBTQ community by advocating for and portraying representation in film and television. His groundbreaking role as the first African-American director to be nominated for an Oscar by the Directors Guild of America underscores his influence and pioneering contributions to the film industry.
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Lee Daniels is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, College and Diversity & Inclusion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Lee Daniels 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 Issa Rae, F. Gary Gray and Spike Lee. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lee Daniels for an upcoming event.
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Producer Lee Daniels adds to Fox 'Empire'
Lee Daniels, the co-creator of hit Fox drama 'Empire,' signed a multiyear deal with Twentieth Century Fox Television.
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Fox Orders Lee Daniels Music Drama Pilot 'Star' - Hollywood Reporter
Fox opened its day at the Television Critics Association's summer press tour with a big announcement: The network is teaming with Empire co-creator Lee ...
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Lee Daniels: “I'm giving voice to those who don't ordinarily have ...
Hard truths: Lee Daniels uses the over-the-top drama of Empire to explore real family ... Lee Daniels: "I'm giving voice to those who don't ordinarily have voice" ... Fast Company: Empire's first-season finale in March was the highest-rated for a ...
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How Lee Daniels Drew on His Own Life to Shape Empire, TV's ...
Scratch the surface of Fox's monster hit drama Empire and you'll find a whole lot of truths that are based on the experiences of Lee Daniels, who created the ...
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Lee Daniels wants to expose homophobia in TV show 'Empire' | Fox ...
January 17, 2015. Producer Lee Daniels (R) and cast member Terrence Howard from the television series "Empire" at the Television Critics Association (TCA) ...
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How do I book Lee Daniels to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Lee Daniels 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 Lee Daniels, 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 Lee Daniels or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Lee Daniels for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Lee Daniels, 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 Lee Daniels, 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 Lee Daniels speak about?
Lee Daniels is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, College, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, LGBTQ, Entertainers, Celebrity, Acting and Social Activism. -
Where does Lee Daniels travel from?
Lee Daniels 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 Lee Daniels?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lee Daniels 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 Lee Daniels 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 Lee Daniels 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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