Emmy Award-Winning Actress
Laura Linney: Biography at a Glance
- Laura Linney is an award-winning actress best known for starring in the critically acclaimed Netflix original series Ozark.
- Laura received her seventh Emmy Award nomination and her ninth SAG Award nomination for her portrayal of "Wendy Byrde" in Ozark.
- She also starred in and served as an executive producer for the Showtime Series The Big C for four seasons.
- Laura has been nominated three times for an Academy Award, five times for a Tony Award, nine times for a SAG award, once for a BAFTA Award, and eight times for a Golden Globe.
- Laura is a sought-after speaker on her life and career as well as gender inequality and women’s empowerment.
Biography
Laura Linney is an award-winning American actress who works in film, television, and theatre.
Laura can be seen starring opposite Jessica Hecht in Summer, 1976, a play written by David Auburn following two women that form an unlikely friendship over playdates with their respective young daughters during the summer of 1976, the American Bicentennial.
Linney starred in all four seasons of the critically acclaimed Netflix original series Ozark, where she played "Wendy Byrde," starring opposite Jason Bateman. Laura received her seventh Emmy Award nomination and her ninth SAG Award nomination for her portrayal of "Wendy Byrde."
Laura can be seen in The Miracle Club, where she stars opposite Maggie Smith and Kathy Bates. Also coming up for Linney is Suncoast, a semi-auto-biographical coming-of-age story about a young woman dealing with her brother's serious illness by Laura Chinn, and Wildcat directed by Ethan Hawke following the life of writer Flannery O'Connor, while she was struggling to publish her first novel.
Laura made her London theatre debut in Richard Eyre’s limited three-week run of My Name Is Lucy Barton, the stage play adapted from the Elizabeth Strout novel of the same name and opened to rave reviews. Back by popular demand, the one-woman show returned to the London stage and made its Broadway debut to rave reviews. Linney was nominated for a Tony Award for her Broadway run.
Laura Linney’s numerous film credits include Falling, The Roads Not Taken, The Dinner, Nocturnal Animals, Sully, Genius, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, You Can Count On Me, Kinsey, The Savages, The Fifth Estate, Hyde Park On Hudson, The Squid and the Whale, Mystic River, Absolute Power, The Truman Show, Primal Fear, The Mothman Prophecies, Love Actually, P.S., The House Of Mirth, The Details and Congo, among many others.
Laura starred in and served as an executive producer for the Showtime Series The Big C for four seasons for which she won a few awards. She also won multiple awards for her portrayal of Abigail Adams in the HBO miniseries John Adams directed by Tom Hooper. Laura served as an executive producer and starred in the highly anticipated Netflix revival of Tales of the City. She appeared as Kelsey Grammer’s final girlfriend in the last six episodes of Fraiser; was directed by Stanley Donen in Love Letters and starred opposite Joanne Woodward in Blind Spot.
She has also appeared in many Broadway productions, most notably The Little Foxes, Time Stands Still, and Sight Unseen, directed by Daniel Sullivan and written by Donald Margulies. Additional credits include Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, directed by Richard Eyre opposite Liam Neeson, Six Degrees of Separation, Honour, Uncle Vanya, Les Liaisons, Dangereuses, Holiday, and The Seagull.
Laura has been nominated three times for an Academy Award, five times for a Tony Award, nine times for a SAG award, once for a BAFTA Award, and eight times for a Golden Globe. She has won one Screen Actors Guild Award, one National Board of Review Award, two Golden Globes, and four Emmy Awards. Laura holds two honorary Doctorates from her alma maters, Brown University and The Juilliard School.
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FAQs
How do I book Laura Linney for my event?
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Who is Laura Linney's booking agent?
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CAA Speakers can check Laura Linney's speaking calendar with direct access to availability and official pricing. While many websites may list Laura Linney, CAA Speakers is the direct source for authentic information about availability and pricing.
What is Laura Linney's speaking fee?
Laura Linney's speaking fee varies by event type, location, and requirements. As a top keynote speaker, Laura Linney'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 Laura Linney's current speaking fee and detailed cost breakdown.
How much does it cost to book Laura Linney as a keynote speaker?
The cost to book Laura Linney as keynote speaker includes their speaking fee plus travel and logistics expenses.
Total booking cost includes:- Laura Linney'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
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How to contact Laura Linney for speaking engagements?
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for all Laura Linney speaking engagements.
Official contact for Laura Linney bookings:- Email: speakers@caa.com
- Website: https://www.caa.com/caaspeakers/laura-linney
- Response time: 24 hours
Include your event date, location, audience size, and budget when contacting CAA about booking Laura Linney.
Is Laura Linney available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Laura Linney speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Laura Linney'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 Laura Linney's engaging presentation quality.
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What events can I book Laura Linney for?
Book Laura Linney for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Laura Linney 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
Laura Linney engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.
Contact CAA Speakers to discuss how Laura Linney can customize their presentation for your specific event.
Laura Linney booking information and availability
Check Laura Linney'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 Laura Linney for your preferred event date.
Book Laura Linney keynote speaker through CAA
Book Laura Linney through CAA Speakers for guaranteed authentic representation and professional event coordination. CAA is the preferred booking agent for Laura Linney, with direct access to their speaking availability and decades of experience representing the world’s top keynote speakers.
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Will Laura Linney speak at private events?
Yes, Laura Linney 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 Laura Linney's private event availability and confidential pricing proposals.
How quickly will I get a response about booking Laura Linney?
CAA Speakers responds to Laura Linney 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 Laura Linney?
Book Laura Linney 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 Laura Linney pricing information?
Get Laura Linney 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.