Lawrence O'Donnell

MSNBC Host, Emmy Award-winning Producer, Political Analyst

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Lawrence O'Donnell Biography

Lawrence O'Donnell hosts "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" at 10 p.m. on MSNBC. Each night, O'Donnell relies on his extensive background in politics, entertainment, and news to provide insight into the biggest issues and most compelling stories of the day.

O'Donnell joined MSNBC as a political analyst in 1996. He is an Emmy Award-winning executive producer and writer for the NBC series "The West Wing" and creator and executive producer of the NBC series, "Mister Sterling." Additionally, he is the author of "Playing with Fire: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics," a book that examines the impactful presidential election of that year.

From 1989 through 1992, O'Donnell served as Senior Advisor to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan. In 1992, he was Chief of Staff to the Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works, and from 1993 through 1995, he served as the Chief of Staff of the Senate Finance Committee. O'Donnell's political experience is complemented by his roles as a political columnist and writer for various prestigious publications, including The New York Times and The Washington Post. He has been involved in significant charitable efforts, such as partnering with MSNBC and UNICEF on the K.I.N.D. project, which provides desks and scholarships to students in Malawi.

Born in Boston, O'Donnell is a graduate of Harvard College. His early career included publishing the book "Deadly Force" (1983), which was adapted into a CBS movie in 1986. He has written essays and articles for several publications including The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, New York Magazine, People, Spy, and Boston Magazine. O'Donnell has also appeared on numerous television programs, including NBC News’ “Today,” “Good Morning America,” “Nightline,” and “Charlie Rose.” In 2001, Suffolk University awarded him an honorary degree, Doctor of Humane Letters.

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Lawrence O'Donnell Speaking Topics

  • A Look at the Obama Administration and the 2012 Elections

  • Politics in America and Around the World

  • Now What? The Political Realities of Health Care Reform

  • The Last Word on Today's Headlines with Lawrence ODonnell

    As host of his own nightly MSNBC show, Lawrence O'Donnell brings a unique background in politics, entertainment and news to millions.

    Audiences can always count on O'Donnell to cut through the rhetoric and to deliver blunt and straightforward analysis of the important issues and compelling news stories of the day.

    Sure to spark lively debate and thought-provoking discussion wherever he speaks, O'Donnell brings his unvarnished perspective to a variety of groups nationwide.

Lawrence O'Donnell Videos

  • Equal Means Equal on The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell
    Lawrence O'Donnell talking about Illinois ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment 36 years after it was first introduced.
  • Lawrence O'Donnell, "Playing With Fire"
    Now host of MSNBC’s “The Last Word,” O’Donnell began his career as an aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, and he draws on his early...
  • Lawrence O'Donnell: Reinterpreting JFK's inaugural address
    The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell Books

  • Deadly Force: The Wrongful Death of James Bouden Jr. : A True Story of How a Badge Can Become a License to Kill
    Deadly Force: The Wrongful Death of James Bouden Jr. : A True Story of How a Badge Can Become a License to Kill

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Lawrence O'Donnell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as A Look at the Obama Administration and the 2012 Elections, Politics in America and Around the World, Now What? The Political Realities of Health Care Reform and The Last Word on Today's Headlines with Lawrence ODonnell. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lawrence O'Donnell for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Lawrence O'Donnell generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Judge Andrew P. Napolitano, Katty Kay, S.E. Cupp, Christopher Hayes and Steve Clemons. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lawrence O'Donnell for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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