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Katy Sullivan

Paralympic Athlete, Actress, Producer & Writer

Paralympic Athlete, Actress, Producer & Writer

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Katy Sullivan Biography

Katy Sullivan starred in the 2018 Pulitzer Prize winning play, Cost of Living, at Manhattan Theatre Club, playing the role of Ani. She has appeared in numerous television shows and films including the award winning documentary, Walk On. Sullivan has been seen on NBC’s My Name is Earl, ABC’s "Last Man Standing" and Station 19, FX’s comedy "Legit," and CBS’ "NCIS: New Orleans." She also plays Esther in Dexter: New Blood on Showtime.

Sullivan is a four time US Champion in the 100m. She was among the first bilateral above the knee amputees to compete in the Paralympics in ambulatory track when she ran in the London 2012 Paralympic Games, setting a new American record of 17.33s and finishing 6th in the World.

Katy Sullivan Speaking Topics

  • Overcoming Adversity

    Katy was born without the bottom half of both of her legs and she grew up with a lot of added challenges due to it. While this could be seen as a large setback for her, she has been able to view it as an opportunity. Katy went to college for acting and found a lot of her success partly came because of her differences. She was able to stand out at castings and get her foot in doors due to her differences. Katy's motivational speeches go into realizing and embracing how your differences can be positive. Creating a positive outlook on situations and growing your confidence through hardships and pushing limits. She discusses personal growth and benefit through challenges and the way to pivot upon struggles.

    Attendees can expect to come out with a new perspective on life and the opportunities that a person has. Their ability to persevere and make their own path is completely in their hands.

  • Breaking Barriers and Pushing Limits

    Katy was born with physical disabilities that impacted the way she was viewed by others. Despite her differences, her parents raised her to not focus on what set her apart. This mindset that was instilled in her helped encourage her to be willing to try new things. Being born without the bottom half of both of her legs, Katy had never ran before. With prosthetic limbs, she learned to run and went on to compete at the Paralympics as the first bilateral above the knee amputee athlete. Katy competed in the London 2012 Paralympic Games and set an American record to finish 6th in the world. She also became a four time US champion in the 400 meter. Katy was also pushing the limits in acting. She starred in the 2018 Pulitzer Prize winning play, Cost of Living. She also has been on a variety of television shows and films, including a award winning documentary.

    Katy's drive and determination really has set her apart and changed her life. She now has the opportunity to motivate and lead change for others.

Katy Sullivan Videos

  • Webster University Commencement Speech 2019
    Katy Sullivan delivers the Centennial Commencement Speech for her Alma mater, Webster University, May 2019.
  • Testimony -- Katy Sullivan -- Mobility Saves
    "I started using prosthetics when I was one-year old...becoming an athlete is an extraordinary chapter in my life..." - Katy Sullivan, American...
  • She was born this way: Katy Sullivan at TEDxYouth@Hollywood
    Paralympian and Actress Katy Sullivan tells her story of jumping. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local,...

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  • What topics does Katy Sullivan speak about?

    Katy Sullivan is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actors, Disability, Entertainment, Health and Wellness, Motivation, Personal Growth, Virtual Speakers.
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Katy Sullivan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity and Breaking Barriers and Pushing Limits. The estimated speaking fee range to book Katy Sullivan for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. Katy Sullivan generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erika Obando, Tatyana McFadden, Vance Johnson, Kylar Broadus and Dave Dravecky. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Katy Sullivan for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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