Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter & Producer; EGOT Recipient; Founder of Get Lifted Film Co.; Coach on "The Voice"
John Legend Biography
John Legend is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and record producer known for his fusion of R&B, neo-soul, and pop. Legend has received 12 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award, and an Emmy Award. He is the first African American man to achieve EGOT status and is among a select group of individuals to have earned all four major entertainment awards.
Legend's career began with the support of Kanye West, which led to his major-label debut album, "Get Lifted." The album received eight Grammy nominations and won Best R&B Album. His discography includes "Get Lifted," "Once Again," "Evolver," "Love in the Future," "Darkness and Light," "A Legendary Christmas Deluxe," "Bigger Love," and "LEGEND." The ballad "All of Me" achieved international success, while "Glory," co-written with Common for the film "Selma," earned both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award for Best Original Song. On television, Legend portrayed Jesus in NBC's "Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert," earning an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor and winning an Emmy as a producer for Outstanding Variety Special. He also co-produced August Wilson's Jitney on Broadway, which won a Tony Award.
Legend's work spans multiple platforms, including music production, television, and film. He received a Grammy Award for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella for "Bridge Over Troubled Water" with Jacob Collier and Tori Kelly, and a Grammy nomination for Best Gospel Performance/Song for "Church." He marked the 20th anniversary of "Get Lifted" with a deluxe reissue and a world tour. Legend has also released "My Favorite Dream," a children's album and his tenth studio album, and announced the album "Muse," produced with Pharrell Williams.
Beyond music, Legend is a producer and entrepreneur. He co-founded Get Lifted Film Co., which has developed projects such as the Emmy-winning HBO documentary "1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed," Paramount+'s "Loudmouth," and Netflix's "Rhythm & Flow." He is collaborating with Lynn Nottage on the musical "Imitation of Life," set to play off-Broadway at The Shed. Legend has served as a coach on The Voice for multiple seasons. As a social advocate, he founded FREEAMERICA to address criminal justice reform and mass incarceration, reflecting his commitment to integrating artistry and activism.
John Legend Speaking Topics
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John Legend can speak on a variety of topics including education, education reform, civil rights, philanthropy, activism, social change and politics. Also, he is an experienced moderator, panelist, commencement speaker.
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What are the speaker fees for John Legend
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What topics does John Legend speak about?
John Legend is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Anti-Racism, Author, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Business, Business Leadership, Celebrity, Change Management, Civil Rights, College, Commencement, Democrat, Disruptive Thinking, Diversity & Inclusion, Economy, Education, Faith & Religion, Faith & Religion, Feminism, Finance, Futurism, Health & Wellness, History, HIV & AIDS, Innovation, Inspirational, Journalist, Marketing, Music, Non-Profit, Personal Growth, Philanthropy, Philosophy, Political, Social Activism, Social Justice, Social Media, Technology, TED, Thought Leadership, World Affairs -
Where does John Legend travel from?
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John Legend is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as John Legend can speak on a variety of topics including education, education reform, civil rights, philanthropy, activism, social change and politics. Also, he is an experienced moderator, panelist, commencement speaker.. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Legend for your event is $200,000 and above. John Legend 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 Common, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Pharrell Williams, Van Jones and Trevor Noah. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Legend for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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