Grammy-Award Winning Musician
Fantasia: Biography at a Glance
- Fantasia is an acclaimed actress and singer who broke onto the scene as the season three winner of Fox’s American Idol.
- Most recently, Fantasia can be seen playing the iconic role of “Celie” in The Color Purple, the feature film adaption of the Broadway musical directed by Blitz Bazawule.
- She released her platinum-selling debut album Free Yourself and became the first artist in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 chart to debut at #1 with her first single.
- Her song “Bittersweet” earned her first-ever Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Song.
- Fantasia has toured non-stop since the beginning of her career, selling out headline tours across the country and sharing the stage with the likes of Anthony Hamilton, Maxwell, and Andrea Bocelli.
- In addition to being a mainstay in music, Fantasia added author to her growing list of accomplishments with her New York Times bestselling memoir, Life Is Not a Fairytale.
- Fantasia captivates audiences with the story of her astonishing rise from an uneducated, teenage mother living in the projects to a global superstar.
- Fantasia was named to the TIME 100 List of Most Influential People in 2024.
Biography
North Carolina native Fantasia broke onto the scene in 2004 as the season three winner of Fox’s “American Idol.” Later that year, she released her platinum-selling debut album Free Yourself, and became the first artist in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 chart to debut at #1 with her first single, “I Believe." Fantasia’s 2006 eponymous second album featured the #1 R&B single, “When I See U,” and reached gold status. In 2010, Fantasia released the critically acclaimed Back To Me, which featured the hit single “Bittersweet” which earned her first-ever Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Song. In 2013, Fantasia released her fourth studio album, Side Effects of You which debuted at #1 on the Billboard R&B Albums Chart and #2 on the Billboard Top 200. On July 29, 2016, Fantasia released her fifth studio album, The Definition Of.... The album debuted at #1 on Billboard’s R&B chart, #2 on the Overall Albums and R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and #6 on the Billboard 200 chart. The high chart entries mark Fantasia’s third consecutive #1 R&B album debut, her fourth top ten debut on the Billboard 200, and earned her another Grammy nomination for “Best Traditional R&B Performance.”
In an effort to show her fans love and thank them for their constant support, Fantasia has toured non-stop since the beginning of her career. In addition to selling out headline tours across the country, the Grammy Award winner has shared the stage with the likes of Anthony Hamilton, Maxwell, and Andrea Bocelli.
In addition to being a mainstay in music, Fantasia adds author and actress to her growing list of accomplishments. In 2006, she released her New York Times bestselling memoir, Life Is Not a Fairytale and starred as herself in the Lifetime movie of the same name. In 2007, Fantasia landed the coveted role of Celie in Broadway’s The Color Purple for which she won a Theater World Award. Fantasia returned to Broadway in 2013 as the first celebrity engagement in After Midnight, a dance-focused musical that celebrated Harlem’s iconic Cotton Club during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. After receiving rave reviews, Fantasia joined the cast of After Midnight for a second run in May 2014.
Fantasia released her first holiday album Christmas After Midnight on October 6th via her own imprint Rock Soul Entertainment, in partnership with Concord Records. Produced by Ron Fair, the 12-track album features covers of holiday favorites including “This Christmas,” “Silent Night,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “Santa Claus Go Straight To The Ghetto,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” and “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” which features vocals from CeeLo Green.
FAQs
How do I book Fantasia for my event?
Contact CAA Speakers at (424) 288-2898 or speakers@caa.com to book Fantasia to speak at corporate or private events, keynote speeches, speaking engagements, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances.
Quick booking process- Email CAA Speakers with event details
- Get availability confirmation within 24 hours
- Review speaking fee and contract terms
- Sign agreement and finalize logistics
As one of the most influential talent agencies in the world, CAA handles all speaking engagements from contract to event day coordination.
Who is Fantasia's booking agent?
CAA Speakers is the preferred booking agency to contact for Fantasia’s speaking engagements. Contact speakers@caa.com for all Fantasia in-person appearances and keynote speaking requests.
Contact Fantasia's agent- Email: speakers@caa.com
- Website: caa.com/caaspeakers
- Response: Within 24 hours
CAA Speakers can check Fantasia's speaking calendar with direct access to availability and official pricing. While many websites may list Fantasia, CAA Speakers is the direct source for authentic information about availability and pricing.
What is Fantasia's speaking fee?
Fantasia's speaking fee varies by event type, location, and requirements. As a top keynote speaker, Fantasia's fee reflects their expertise and market demand.
Speaking fee factors:- Event type and audience size
- Travel distance and logistics
- Presentation length and customization
- Virtual vs. in-person delivery
Additional costs: Travel, accommodation, A/V requirements, and optional meet-and-greets.
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for Fantasia's current speaking fee and detailed cost breakdown.
How much does it cost to book Fantasia as a keynote speaker?
The cost to book Fantasia as keynote speaker includes their speaking fee plus travel and logistics expenses.
Total booking cost includes:- Fantasia's keynote speaking fee
- Travel and accommodation
- Technical requirements and A/V setup
- Optional add-ons like book signing and meet & greets
- Virtual presentations
- Local/regional events
- Off-peak booking periods
- Flexible event dates
Email speakers@caa.com for Fantasia's exact booking cost and customized pricing proposal.
How to contact Fantasia for speaking engagements?
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for all Fantasia speaking engagements.
Official contact for Fantasia bookings:- Email: speakers@caa.com
- Website: https://www.caa.com/caaspeakers/fantasia
- Response time: 24 hours
Include your event date, location, audience size, and budget when contacting CAA about booking Fantasia.
Is Fantasia available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Fantasia speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Fantasia's virtual event options:- Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
- Interactive workshops and breakouts
- Hybrid events (in-person + virtual)
- Pre-recorded presentations
Virtual events offer global reach, flexible scheduling, and reduced travel costs while maintaining Fantasia's engaging presentation quality.
Contact CAA Speakers for Fantasia's virtual event availability and technical specifications.
What events can I book Fantasia for?
Book Fantasia for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Fantasia customizes content for any audience size or event type.
Event types:- Corporate meetings and conferences
- Industry summits and trade shows
- Private executive retreats
- Educational institution events
- Virtual and hybrid conferences
Fantasia engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.
Contact CAA Speakers to discuss how Fantasia can customize their presentation for your specific event.
Fantasia booking information and availability
Check Fantasia's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).
Availability factors:- Event date and location
- Speaking fee and budget
- Lead time for booking
- Peak conference seasons
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Contact CAA early in your planning process to secure Fantasia for your preferred event date.
Book Fantasia keynote speaker through CAA
Book Fantasia through CAA Speakers for guaranteed authentic representation and professional event coordination. CAA is the preferred booking agent for Fantasia, with direct access to their speaking availability and decades of experience representing the world’s top keynote speakers.
CAA booking advantages:- Direct access to Fantasia's calendar
- 24-hour availability confirmations
- Professional contract negotiation
- Full logistics coordination
- Industry-leading client service
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies for their most important speaking engagements. Contact speakers@caa.com to book Fantasia for your next event.
Will Fantasia speak at private events?
Yes, Fantasia speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
Private event types:- Executive retreats and board presentations
- Client entertainment and VIP gatherings
- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
- Private dinners and exclusive functions
Private event benefits: Customized content, enhanced interaction, complete confidentiality, and flexible scheduling.
Contact CAA Speakers for Fantasia's private event availability and confidential pricing proposals.
How quickly will I get a response about booking Fantasia?
CAA Speakers responds to Fantasia booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.
Response timeline:- Initial acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Availability confirmation: 24-48 hours
- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
- Urgent requests: Same-day priority response
Include complete event details (date, location, audience size, budget) for fastest response times.
How far in advance should I book Fantasia?
Book Fantasia 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.
Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
How do I get Fantasia pricing information?
Get Fantasia pricing information by contacting CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com with your event details. Receive detailed cost breakdown within 24-48 hours with no obligation to book.
For accurate pricing, include:- Event date and location
- Audience size and type
- Event format and duration
- Budget parameters
CAA provides transparent pricing with all costs included - speaking fee, travel, accommodation, and technical requirements.