Selenis Leyva

Selenis Leyva

Keynote Speaker: Cuban-American Actress Known for "Orange is the New Black"; Co-Author, "My Sister: How One Sibling's Transition Changed Us Both"

Selenis Leyva Biography

Selenis Leyva, born and raised in The Bronx, has made a significant impact in the world of television and film. With a career spanning multiple popular series and films, Leyva is best known for her role as Gloria Mendoza on the Netflix comedy-drama series "Orange Is the New Black." Her performances have also been noted in the Disney+ series "Diary of a Future President," the NBC sitcom "Lopez vs. Lopez," and films such as "Custody," "Spider-Man: Homecoming," and "Creed III."

Aside from her standout roles in popular series and films, Leyva has shown her versatility as an actress with appearances in various TV shows. In 2015, she appeared in an episode of "Veep," followed by a recurring voice role in "DuckTales" from 2018 to 2021. Leyva also made appearances in "Dietland," "Maniac," "Murphy Brown," and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."

Leyva's accomplishments extend beyond the screen. Of Cuban and Dominican descent, she has contributed to the literary world as a co-author of the book "My Sister: How One Sibling's Transition Changed Us Both" alongside her sister, Marizol, and details their journey through Marizon's transition. Her work has been recognized with a Gracie Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Musical or Comedy, and nominations for the Imagen Award for Best Supporting Actress - Comedy (Television) for her roles in "Diary of a Future President" and "Lopez vs. Lopez."

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Selenis Leyva Videos

Selenis Leyva on the Final Season of "Orange is the New Black"
Selenis Leyva on Breaking Barriers for Afro-Latinas | Celebrity Page
OTINB's Selenis Leyva & Transgender Sister Marizol Leyva Tell All

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How much does it cost to book Selenis Leyva for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Selenis Leyva, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Selenis Leyva are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Selenis Leyva, 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 Selenis Leyva speak about?

Selenis Leyva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedy, Acting, Entertainers, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity, Animals & Wildlife, Entertainment, Authors, Black Heritage and Hispanic Heritage.

Where does Selenis Leyva travel from?

Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva 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.


Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Selenis Leyva 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 Diane Guerrero, Cristela Alonzo and Robin Givens. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Selenis Leyva for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/07/2024.

Selenis Leyva Videos

Selenis Leyva on the Final Season of "Orange is the New Black"
Selenis Leyva on Breaking Barriers for Afro-Latinas | Celebrity Page
OTINB's Selenis Leyva & Transgender Sister Marizol Leyva Tell All
Orange Is The New Black: Selenis Leyva "Gloria Mendoza" Season ...

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  • How do I book Selenis Leyva to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Selenis Leyva, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Selenis Leyva are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Selenis Leyva, 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 Selenis Leyva speak about?

    Selenis Leyva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Comedy, Acting, Entertainers, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity, Animals & Wildlife, Entertainment, Authors, Black Heritage and Hispanic Heritage.
  • Where does Selenis Leyva travel from?

    Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva 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 Selenis Leyva 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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