Actress, Author & Director; Known for "Precious" & "Empire"; Author of "This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare"

New York, NY, USA
Live Event: $100,000 - $200,000 Virtual Event: Please Contact More Fee Info

Gabourey Sidibe Biography

Gabourey Sidibe is an actress recognized for her debut performance in Lee Daniels' "Precious," based on the novel "Push" by Sapphire. In the film, Sidibe portrayed Clareece Jones, a young girl facing poverty and abuse. The film received multiple honors, including Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and the Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Award. Sidibe's performance earned her the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead, along with nominations for the Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Actress. She has also received nominations for a BAFTA, Critics' Choice Award, Golden Globe Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards for her work in American film and television.

Sidibe's film credits include "Tower Heist," "White Bird in a Blizzard," "Grimsby," and "Antebellum." On television, she appeared in "American Horror Story: Coven" as Queenie and "American Horror Story: Freak Show" as Regina Ross, later reprising Queenie in "American Horror Story: Hotel" and "American Horror Story: Apocalypse." Sidibe also starred as Becky Williams in the Fox musical drama series "Empire."

In addition to acting, Sidibe is an author and director. Her memoir, "This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare," explores her experiences with anxiety, depression, bulimia, and identity. She received a Black Reel Award for directing "The Tale of Four," a film about four women whose lives intersect.

Sidibe has continued to work in both film and television, taking on the lead role in Lifetime's drama film "Give Me Back My Daughter" and making her feature directorial debut with "Be Happy," a romance-drama produced in partnership with Lifetime. She has also contributed voice work to the animated series "StuGo." Throughout her career, Sidibe has established herself as an actress, author, and director in the entertainment industry, with a focus on film, television, and storytelling.

BOOK Gabourey Sidibe

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/22/2026.

Gabourey Sidibe Videos

Gabourey Sidibe Returns As Fan-Favorite Queenie In 'American Horror Story: 13'| The View

Gabourey Sidibe Returns As Fan-Favorite Queenie In 'American Horror Story: 13'| The View

The actress joins "The View" to discuss the influence of Gloria Steinem, her aunt Dorothy Pitman Hughes and why being a mom is her favorite role...

  • How do I book Gabourey Sidibe to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gabourey Sidibe for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Gabourey Sidibe, 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 Gabourey Sidibe or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Gabourey Sidibe

    Speaking fees for Gabourey Sidibe, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Gabourey Sidibe are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and available upon request for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gabourey Sidibe, click the Check Availability 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 Gabourey Sidibe speak about?

    Gabourey Sidibe is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Black Heritage, Celebrity, Diversity & Inclusion, Empowerment, Non-Fiction Authors, Personal Growth, Television & Film, Women, Women's Empowerment
  • Where does Gabourey Sidibe travel from?

    Gabourey Sidibe generally travels from New York, NY, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Gabourey Sidibe’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Gabourey Sidibe 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 Availability 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 Gabourey Sidibe 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 Gabourey Sidibe 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, unbiased 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.

Gabourey Sidibe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gabourey Sidibe for your event is $100,000 - $200,000. Gabourey Sidibe 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 Angela Bassett, Robin Givens, Ariana DeBose, Tunde Oyeneyin and Anna Akana. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gabourey Sidibe for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Tell us about your event!

During normal business hours, we respond to most inquiries within 4 hours.
Please Select Event Budget
Please enter your message
Please Enter Your Name
Please Enter Your Email
  • Customized Service

    Our agents find the right fit for your event

  • Unparalleled Database

    Full access to all speakers & celebrities

  • One Stop Shopping

    A reliable and unbiased point of contact

  • Logistics Management

    Your personal Logistics Manager who takes care of all event details

This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

TOP