Wendell Pierce
Keynote Speaker: Author and Actor, Best Known for "The Wire" and HBO's "Treme"
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Wendell Pierce Biography
Wendell Pierce is a distinguished actor known for his versatility across film, television, and theater. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Pierce trained at the prestigious Juilliard School, setting the stage for his prolific career, largely as a character actor.
Pierce first gained widespread recognition for his compelling performance in HBO’s critically acclaimed series "The Wire," where he played Detective Bunk Moreland. His other notable television roles include the trombonist Antoine Batiste in "Treme," James Greer in "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan," the attorney Robert Zane in "Suits," and Clarence Thomas in "Confirmation."
He earned Independent Spirit Awards nominations for his film roles in "Four" and "Burning Cane," on which he also served as a producer. Other notable film performances include "Malcolm X," "Waiting to Exhale," "Ray," "Selma," The Gift (2015), and "Clemency."
On Broadway, Pierce has showcased his talent in productions such as "The Piano Lesson," "Clybourne Park," and his Tony Award- and Olivier-nominated portrayal of Willy Loman in "Death of a Salesman." His off-Broadway credits include "Broke-ology" and "Waiting for Godot."
Pierce is a committed advocate for arts and community development. He co-founded Black Theatre United, an organization dedicated to promoting diversity in the arts, and serves as a narrator for projects like PBS's "Becoming Frederick Douglass." Beyond his artistic contributions, he has been recognized as a 1981 Presidential Scholar in the Arts, underscoring his lifelong dedication to excellence in his craft.
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What topics does Wendell Pierce speak about?
Wendell Pierce is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Business, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Education, Celebrity, Motivational, Democrat, Acting, Entertainment, Television & Film and Performing Arts.
Where does Wendell Pierce travel from?
Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce 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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Wendell Pierce is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers and Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wendell Pierce for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Wendell Pierce 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 Issa Rae, Daymond John and Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wendell Pierce for an upcoming event.
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Wendell Pierce speaks out about arrest and nixes Rutgers commencement speech
Wendell Pierce, the actor from "The Odd Couple" and "The Wire" who was arrested in the wee hours Saturday on suspicion of simple battery, spoke out Monday night on social media about the Atlanta incident.
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Wendell Pierce on playing US Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas in “Confirmation”
Wendell Pierce portrays U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas opposite Kerry Washington, who portrays Anita Hill, in HBO’s “Confirmation,” debuting April 16. The project, which filmed in Atlanta, had an advance screening at the Atlanta Film Festival on Sunday night.
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Wendell Pierce Reflects on "Multifaceted" Career: "Hopefully My Best Days Aren’t Behind Me"
The actor, who also returns to 'Suits' on Wednesday, opens up about how he chooses roles and why he still goes on auditions.
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How do I book Wendell Pierce to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce, 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 Wendell Pierce or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Wendell Pierce for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Wendell Pierce, 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 $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wendell Pierce, 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 Wendell Pierce speak about?
Wendell Pierce is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Business, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Education, Celebrity, Motivational, Democrat, Acting, Entertainment, Television & Film and Performing Arts. -
Where does Wendell Pierce travel from?
Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce 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 Wendell Pierce 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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