Nick Clooney

Nick Clooney

Keynote Speaker: Emmy-winning Broadcaster, Film Historian, Journalism Educator

Nick Clooney Biography

Nick Clooney has been a broadcaster since he was 16 years old. For most of the intervening years, his focus has been radio and television news. His career has also encompassed hosting talk shows, researching and introducing "golden era" films for American Movie Classics, lecturing about news, American history, and movies, writing a newspaper column three days a week, and authoring three books, including "The Movies That Changed Us." Clooney's passion for gathering and delivering news began as a young boy in Maysville, Kentucky, absorbing the reporting of icons like Ed Murrow and William Shirer during World War II. It was in Maysville that he began his broadcasting career, initially tasked with reading a newscast.

Over the years, Clooney has held positions as a reporter, anchor, managing editor, and news director in cities including Lexington, Cincinnati, Salt Lake City, Buffalo, and Los Angeles. He has been a speaker, master of ceremonies, moderator, or panelist at more than 3,000 events and has delivered more than 30 commencement addresses. His accolades include multiple Emmy Awards, including one for commentary and another for historical narration, and he has received three additional Emmy nominations for his work with American Movie Classics. He has been honored with an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts from Northern Kentucky University and inducted into the Cincinnati, Kentucky, and Ohio Journalism Halls of Fame.

In 2006, Clooney and his son George traveled to Darfur, Sudan, to film the documentary "Journey to Darfur," aimed at raising awareness and funds for the crisis in Darfur. The documentary was later released on DVD, with proceeds donated to the International Rescue Committee. Clooney has also joined the faculty at American University in Washington, D.C., serving as the American University School of Communication and Newseum Distinguished Journalist in Residence. He taught courses like Opinion Writing and "Films that Changed Us," a course inspired by his book. In his personal life, Nick is married to Nina Warren Clooney, and they have resided for over 40 years in Augusta, Kentucky, close to where Nick was born. Their family includes their children, Ada and George Clooney, the latter being a notable actor, producer, and director. Nick’s late sister, Rosemary Clooney, was a celebrated singer and actress.

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Nick Clooney Speaking Topics

Journey to Darfur

An Evening with Nick Clooney

Nick Clooney Videos

Nick Clooney hospitalized in Washington
2010 Robert F. Kennedy Center Human Rights Award Gala: Nick Clooney

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What topics does Nick Clooney speak about?

Nick Clooney is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Journalism, Women, Liberal, News & Media, Technology, Commencement, Entertainers, Inspirational, Celebrity, Broadcasting and Political.

Where does Nick Clooney travel from?

Nick Clooney generally travels from Augusta, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Nick Clooney is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Journalism and Women. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nick Clooney for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Nick Clooney generally travels from Augusta, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anderson Cooper, Eleanor Clift and Calvin Trillin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nick Clooney for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Nick Clooney Speaking Topics

  • Journey to Darfur

  • An Evening with Nick Clooney

Nick Clooney Videos

Nick Clooney hospitalized in Washington
2010 Robert F. Kennedy Center Human Rights Award Gala: Nick Clooney
  • How do I book Nick Clooney to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Nick Clooney, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nick Clooney, 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 Nick Clooney speak about?

    Nick Clooney is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Journalism, Women, Liberal, News & Media, Technology, Commencement, Entertainers, Inspirational, Celebrity, Broadcasting and Political.
  • Where does Nick Clooney travel from?

    Nick Clooney generally travels from Augusta, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Nick Clooney?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nick Clooney 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 Nick Clooney 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 Nick Clooney 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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