Laura Linney Speaking Fee: $50,000 to $75,000
Travels From:
NYC - New York City
Primary Topic Category:
Big Names / Headliners / Star Power
Secondary Topic Category:
Authors & Storytellers
Laura Linney Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Laura Linney’s respect and gratitude for creative expression is limitless. She distinguishes how the arts enrich everything we do and allow us to live fuller, more prosperous lives. Born to a prominent NYC playwright and nurse, Golden Globe, SAG, and Emmy award-winning actress Laura Linney began her experiential education in performance art at an early age. After graduating from The Juilliard School, Linney went on to appear in leading roles across film, television, and theatre. She’s performed in a myriad of productions such as the films Genius and Nocturnal Animals.
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