Vicki Lawrence
Keynote Speaker: Actress, Comedian & Women's Activist; Best Known for her Characters on "The Carol Burnett Show"
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Vicki Lawrence Biography
Multi-talented Vicki Lawrence, is an actress, comedian, and singer known for the many characters she originated on CBS's "The Carol Burnett Show," where she appeared from 1967 to 1978, for the entire series run. One such character, Thelma Harper/Mama, was the central character of ever popular television situation comedy series "Mama's Family." The show still can be seen daily in syndication throughout most of the country and is available as a Time-Life DVD collection.
Lawrence spends much of her time on the road with her stage production "Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show." She also enjoys speaking to women’s organizations and other great causes, where she shares her life story of fame, activism, and her continuing success. All the while she approaches everything with her characteristic sense of humor, reminding us all that “Life is much too serious to be taken seriously!”
Lawrence has multiple Emmy Award nominations, winning one in 1976. She is a multiple Golden Globe nominee, all for "The Carol Burnett Show." In 1973, Lawrence recorded the hit song "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia." It reached Number One on both the United States and Canada top charts.
In the past, Lawrence hosted a popular game show, "Win, Lose or Draw," her own daytime talk show, "Vicki!," and appeared in many theatre productions. She was the only talk show host since Oprah to be nominated for a Daytime Emmy in her freshman year.
Through the years Lawrence has made appearances on other television programs, such as "Laverne & Shirley," "Major Dad," "Roseanne," "Hannah Montana," and "Yes, Dear." Lawrence has also appeared with Burnett, Korman, and Tim Conway in the Burnett show retrospectives. Lawrence most recently co-starred in the popular FOX-TV 2018 comedy series "The Cool Kids." Lawrence’s co-stars in "The Cool Kids" were David Alan Grier, Martin Mull and Leslie Jordan.
On stage Lawrence has appeared in numerous productions, including Carousel, Send Me No Flowers, No, No, Nanette, Chapter Two, Hello Dolly, I’m Getting My Act Together and Taking It ON The Road, Annie Get Your Gun and live from the Grand Ole Opry, Nunsense 3: The Jamboree which aired on TNN.
Lawrence is not only a successful actress, she also is involved in many causes close to her. She was the honorary head of the D.A.R.E program, raised money to protect widows and families of slain police officers in Long Beach, CA, supports the Humane Society and works with the American Heart Association as well as WALK FOR THE CURE. Her efforts to protect women’s rights were recognized in 1988 when Lawrence was the first woman to be honored as “Person of the Year” by the Coalition of Labor Union Women.
Lawrence was diagnosed with chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU) around 2011. She teamed with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and has become the spokesperson for the campaign CIU & You. She appeared on The Doctors in 2015 to relay her story and talk about CIU and promote the CIU & You campaign.
Lawrence was born in Inglewood, California, where she excelled in dancing and singing, was a cheerleader and was voted "Most Likely to Succeed" by her graduating class. From 1965 to 1967 Lawrence sang with the Young Americans musical group and, also, appeared in the feature film The Young Americans which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary.
In 1974, Lawrence married the head of CBS make-up, Al Schultz, who passed away in 2024. Lawrence has two grown children, Courtney and Garrett.
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Vicki Lawrence Speaking Topics
In this talkequal parts funny and poignantVicki Lawrence shares with audiences the story of her life: a story of fun and comedy that includes how she met Carol Burnett and how she "became a natural redhead." Lawrence also talks about being a working mom (its challenges and rewards) as well as a more difficult time in her life: when her talk show was cancelled and she battled with depression. With the belief that laughter is the best medicine, Vicki Lawrence wraps up her speech by sharing with audiences her personal mantra: "Life is much too serious to be taken seriously."
Lawrence travels all over the country speaking to womens organizations about her life and career, and the challenges and obstacles faced as a woman in what is seemingly still a mans world. Shes brings to the stage her characteristic humor and wit, reminding us all that "Life is much too serious to be taken seriously!"
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How much does it cost to book Vicki Lawrence for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Vicki Lawrence, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Vicki Lawrence are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Vicki Lawrence, 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 Vicki Lawrence speak about?
Vicki Lawrence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Inspirational, Comedy, Health, Women, Entertainers, Women's Health, Healthcare, Acting, Heart Health, Television & Film, Human Resources, Celebrity, Authors, Empowerment, Influential Women, Women's Rights, Music, Host & Emcee and Entertainment.
Where does Vicki Lawrence travel from?
Vicki Lawrence generally travels from Long Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Vicki Lawrence?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vicki Lawrence 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 Vicki Lawrence 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 Vicki Lawrence 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.
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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.
Vicki Lawrence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Inspirational and Comedy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Vicki Lawrence for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Vicki Lawrence generally travels from Long Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kathy Najimy, Rita Moreno and Joan Lunden. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Vicki Lawrence for an upcoming event.
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Vicki Lawrence Speaking Topics
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Life Is Much Too Serious to Be Taken Seriously
In this talkequal parts funny and poignantVicki Lawrence shares with audiences the story of her life: a story of fun and comedy that includes how she met Carol Burnett and how she "became a natural redhead." Lawrence also talks about being a working mom (its challenges and rewards) as well as a more difficult time in her life: when her talk show was cancelled and she battled with depression. With the belief that laughter is the best medicine, Vicki Lawrence wraps up her speech by sharing with audiences her personal mantra: "Life is much too serious to be taken seriously."
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Being a Woman in a Man's World
Lawrence travels all over the country speaking to womens organizations about her life and career, and the challenges and obstacles faced as a woman in what is seemingly still a mans world. Shes brings to the stage her characteristic humor and wit, reminding us all that "Life is much too serious to be taken seriously!"
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My worst moment: Vicki Lawrence on why you shouldn't put on ...
Vicki Lawrence made her name on "The Carol Burnett Show" and later as the titular mama on "Mama's Family." She now stars on the Fox sitcom 'The Cool Kids ' ...
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Vicki Lawrence weighs in on a The Cool Kids vs The Golden Girls ...
After more than 20 years, The Carol Burnett Show's Vicki Lawrence, 69, is starring on a television series. The Cool Kids, which follows a group of four unlikely ...
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Vicki Lawrence on How Carol Burnett Saved Her Job | Hollywood ...
With the HFPA bestowing Carol Burnett its TV career award, named for her, Vicki Lawrence shares memories of their decades-long collaboration and friendship.
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Vicki Lawrence to appear in Waukegan - Lake County News-Sun
Vicki Lawrence will appear as herself and Mama from "Mama's Family" and "The Carol Burnett Show" March 18 at Genesee Theatre in Waukegan.
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Vicki Lawrence brings 'two-woman show' to Arcada - Aurora Beacon ...
Vicki Lawrence will bring "Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show" to St. Charles when she performs at 5 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Arcada Theatre.
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How do I book Vicki Lawrence to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Vicki Lawrence 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 Vicki Lawrence, 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 Vicki Lawrence or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Vicki Lawrence for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Vicki Lawrence, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Vicki Lawrence are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Vicki Lawrence, 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 Vicki Lawrence speak about?
Vicki Lawrence is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Inspirational, Comedy, Health, Women, Entertainers, Women's Health, Healthcare, Acting, Heart Health, Television & Film, Human Resources, Celebrity, Authors, Empowerment, Influential Women, Women's Rights, Music, Host & Emcee and Entertainment. -
Where does Vicki Lawrence travel from?
Vicki Lawrence generally travels from Long Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Vicki Lawrence?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vicki Lawrence 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 Vicki Lawrence 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 Vicki Lawrence 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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