Melissa McCarthy

Melissa McCarthy

Keynote Speaker: Actress, Comedian, Writer, Producer & Fashion Designer Known For "Bridesmaids," "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" & "The Little Mermaid"

Melissa McCarthy Biography

Melissa Ann McCarthy is an American actress, screenwriter, and producer. She is the recipient of numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. McCarthy was named by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016, and she has been featured multiple times in annual rankings of the highest-paid actresses in the world. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her #22 in its list of the 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century.

McCarthy began appearing in television and film in the late 1990s and first gained recognition for her role as Sookie St. James on the television series Gilmore Girls. She played Dena on the ABC sitcom Samantha Who? before starring as Molly Flynn on the CBS sitcom Mike & Molly, for which she received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 2011. McCarthy's appearances as a host on Saturday Night Live led to a win for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series in 2017. She is set to appear in the fourth season of Only Murders in the Building alongside stars Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez.

McCarthy gained critical acclaim for her performance in the comedy film Bridesmaids, receiving a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She went on to star in several commercially successful comedies, including Identity Thief, The Heat, Tammy, St. Vincent, Spy, and The Boss. In 2018, McCarthy received critical acclaim for her portrayal of writer Lee Israel in the biographical film Can You Ever Forgive Me?, earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. She has since starred in the drama miniseries Nine Perfect Strangers and played Ursula in the musical fantasy film The Little Mermaid.

McCarthy and her husband Ben Falcone are the founders of the production company On the Day Productions, under which they have collaborated on several comedy films including Life of the Party, Super Intelligence, and Thunder Force. In 2015, she launched her own clothing line for plus-sized women, named Melissa McCarthy Seven7, and she received a motion picture star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Melissa McCarthy Videos

3 Rounds with Melissa McCarthy | Entertainment Weekly
‘The Little Mermaid’: Why Melissa McCarthy Felt EMPATHY for Ursula
Melissa McCarthy on scoring 2nd Oscar nomination

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What topics does Melissa McCarthy speak about?

Melissa McCarthy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Acting, Entertainers, Comedy, Fitness, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Fashion, Celebrity and Women.

Where does Melissa McCarthy travel from?

Melissa McCarthy 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 Melissa McCarthy?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Melissa McCarthy 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 Melissa McCarthy for your next private or corporate function.

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Melissa McCarthy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Acting Speakers and Entertainers. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Melissa McCarthy 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 Mindy Kaling, Amy Poehler and Issa Rae. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Melissa McCarthy for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/10/2024.

Melissa McCarthy Videos

3 Rounds with Melissa McCarthy | Entertainment Weekly
‘The Little Mermaid’: Why Melissa McCarthy Felt EMPATHY for Ursula
Melissa McCarthy on scoring 2nd Oscar nomination
Melissa McCarthy & Lupita Nyong'o - Actors on Actors - Full Conversation

Melissa McCarthy News

  • How do I book Melissa McCarthy to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Melissa McCarthy, 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 Melissa McCarthy, 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 Melissa McCarthy speak about?

    Melissa McCarthy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Acting, Entertainers, Comedy, Fitness, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Fashion, Celebrity and Women.
  • Where does Melissa McCarthy travel from?

    Melissa McCarthy 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 Melissa McCarthy?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Melissa McCarthy 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 Melissa McCarthy 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 Melissa McCarthy 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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