Award-Winning Film & TV Actor; Known for "Power" & "Power Book II: Ghost"; Co-Founder of Twenty Two Entertainment
Michael Rainey Jr. Biography
Michael Rainey Jr. is an actor known for his work in film and television. Rainey began his career at age 10, taking the lead role in the Italian film "Un Altro Mondo." To prepare for the part, he learned Italian and lived abroad for a year, gaining early experience in international film production. He went on to appear in Hollywood projects such as "LUV" with Common and Danny Glover, Lee Daniels' "The Butler," and a recurring role as Michael Burset in the Netflix series "Orange Is the New Black."
Rainey gained widespread recognition for his role as Tariq St. Patrick in the Starz drama "Power." Initially cast in a supporting role, he became a central figure in the franchise, portraying a character navigating themes of loyalty, crime, and identity. His work on "Power" led to further roles in "Barbershop: The Next Cut," "Amateur," and "211."
Following "Power," Rainey took on the lead role in the spinoff "Power Book II: Ghost," working alongside Mary J. Blige and Method Man. His performance earned him the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series and the Critics Choice Rising Star Award for Black Cinema & Television. He has also received nominations from the BET Awards and the National Film and Television Awards.
In addition to acting, Rainey has worked as a producer and entrepreneur. He co-founded Twenty Two Entertainment with Gianni Paolo, launching the podcast "The Crew Has It." Rainey has also served as a Tommy Hilfiger North America Brand Ambassador and collaborated on a fashion capsule collection. He has participated in college panels and keynote speaking engagements, including North Carolina Central University's Rock the Lyceum lecture series, sharing insights from his career with students.
Rainey's career spans more than 15 years, marked by roles in drama series, feature films, and entrepreneurial ventures in entertainment and fashion.
-
How do I book Michael Rainey Jr. to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Rainey Jr. 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 Michael Rainey Jr., 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 Michael Rainey Jr. or any other speaker of your choice. -
What are the speaker fees for Michael Rainey Jr.
Speaking fees for Michael Rainey Jr., or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michael Rainey Jr. are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and available upon request for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael Rainey Jr., 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 Michael Rainey Jr. speak about?
Michael Rainey Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actor, Black Heritage, Celebrity, Executive Leadership, Music, Television & Film -
Where does Michael Rainey Jr. travel from?
Michael Rainey Jr. generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, 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 Michael Rainey Jr.’s agent?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Michael Rainey Jr. 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 Michael Rainey Jr. 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 Michael Rainey Jr. 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.
Michael Rainey Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Rainey Jr. for your event is $50,000 - $100,000. Michael Rainey Jr. 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 Brandon Kyle Goodman, Lexi Underwood, Karimah Westbrook, Donald Glover and Ice Cube. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Rainey Jr. for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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.








