Award-Winning Actor, Writer, Director & Producer; Co-Creator & Star of "Schitt's Creek"; Emmy Award Winner
Dan Levy Biography
Dan Levy is a Canadian actor, writer, director, and producer known for his contributions to television and film. Levy began his career as an on-air host for MTV Canada's MTV Live and The After Show, which included programming such as The Hills: The After Show and The City: Live After Show. These early roles provided experience in television hosting and production.
Levy co-created the sitcom "Schitt's Creek" with his father, Eugene Levy. On the series, Levy starred as David Rose and also served as writer, director, and executive producer. The show developed a dedicated following for its storylines, characters, and writing. Over six seasons, "Schitt's Creek" achieved significant recognition, including a sweep of all seven major comedy categories at the Primetime Emmy Awards. Levy became the first individual to win Emmy Awards for writing, directing, acting, and producing in the same year. He and Eugene Levy were also the first father-and-son duo to win Emmy Awards in the same year.
"Schitt's Creek" received numerous awards and nominations, including Critics Choice Awards, SAG Awards, and a GLAAD Media Award for Best Comedy Series. Levy earned four Canadian Screen Awards for his work on the show. His approach to LGBTQ+ representation was noted for its authenticity, with GLAAD recognizing the show's impact on LGBTQ visibility in television.
Levy made his feature film directorial debut with "Good Grief," a drama about friendship and loss that he also wrote and starred in. He has hosted Saturday Night Live and, alongside Eugene Levy, co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards. Levy's work spans comedy, drama, and advocacy for LGBTQ representation, contributing to ongoing conversations in the entertainment industry.
Dan Levy Speaking Topics
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Do It All, Do It Well: Navigating a Multi-Hyphenate Career with Heart and Humor
Drawing from his experience as a writer, actor, director, host, and producer, Daniel Levy offers a fresh, honest take on what it means to pursue a career across multiple disciplines. From the pressures of Hollywood to the joys of building something unexpected, Daniel shares lessons in collaboration, reinvention, and finding purpose in your work. He speaks to professionals navigating uncertainty, identity, and ambition in a world that doesn’t always hand out roadmaps.
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Making It Meaningful: Creating Schitt’s Creek and Telling the Stories That Matter
Daniel Levy pulls back the curtain on the creation of "Schitt’s Creek"—a series that grew from a quiet character comedy into a global cultural moment. Drawing from his experience co-creating the show, Daniel explores what it takes to make meaningful, inclusive television in today’s media landscape. He speaks candidly about the responsibility of storytelling, the challenges of breaking new ground, and the unexpected ways vulnerability and humor can change hearts. He unpacks the process of crafting characters that resonate with audiences worldwide, reflects on the show's historic Emmy sweep, and offers insights into building something from the ground up while staying true to your creative voice in a fast-moving industry.
Dan Levy Videos
Dan Levy on Good Grief, overcoming self-doubt
Schitt's Creek co-creator and star Dan Levy has just released his first feature film Good Grief.
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Dan Levy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Do It All, Do It Well: Navigating a Multi-Hyphenate Career with Heart and Humor and Making It Meaningful: Creating Schitt’s Creek and Telling the Stories That Matter. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dan Levy for your event is available upon request. Dan Levy 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 Ken Jeong, Eugene Levy, Bowen Yang, Kal Penn and Colin Jost. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dan Levy for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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