Keynote SpeakerJoan Lunden

Joan Lunden is a keynote speaker represented by Rave Speakers, known for Award winning journalist, author, Cancer Survivor and former host of Good Morning America. She delivers keynotes on Author, Bestselling Authors, Caregivers, Inspirational, Leadership, Longevity, Mental Wellness, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Resilience, Wellness, Women's Leadership for corporate events, conferences, and association meetings. Joan Lunden's speaking fee is $40,000 range. To book Joan Lunden, contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or visit ravespeakers.com.

Award winning journalist, author, Cancer Survivor and former host of Good Morning America

Keynote SpeakerJoan Lunden

Award winning journalist, author, Cancer Survivor and former host of Good Morning America

Instantly recognizable Meeting Host/interviewer/Moderator
Former host of Good Morning America
Cancer survivor and author of "Had I Known"
Speaking Fee: $40,000 range
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Travel Buyout: Plus airfare buyout

Award-winning journalist, Best-selling Author, Cancer Survivor, Former host of Good Morning America, Moderator and Entrepreneur

Rave Speakers is proud to represent Cancer Survivor, Good Morning America. Host, Inspirational Speaker, and Meeting Moderator/Emcee Joan Lunden.

An award-winning journalist, bestselling author, television host, and motivational speaker, Joan Lunden has been a trusted voice in American homes for over four decades. For nearly 20 years, she co-anchored Good Morning America, becoming the longest-running female host in early morning television history. Her journalistic credibility and warm presence have made her one of the most recognized and trusted figures in media and a highly sought-after speaker nationwide.

A passionate advocate for health and senior issues, Lunden has testified before the Food and Drug Administration in support of mandatory mammogram reporting and appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee championing the Family and Medical Leave Act. She currently hosts the PBS series Second Opinion with Joan Lunden and Caring for Tomorrow, a Washington Post podcast exploring the future of healthcare. Lunden also serves as ambassador for the Poynter Institute’s MediaWise for Seniors program, helping adults over 50 improve media literacy and detect misinformation online. She recently served as a visiting professor at Lehigh University’s College of Health, where she taught “Population Health and the Media.”

With more than 60 magazine covers and book features to her name, Lunden remains one of America’s most visible and influential women. Her most recent book, Why Did I Come into This Room: A Candid Conversation About Aging, quickly became a New York Times bestseller. After being diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in June 2014, Lunden used her personal journey to inspire and inform others, chronicling her experience in the book Had I Known.

Lunden continues to connect with audiences daily through her website, JoanLunden.com, and across her social media platforms. She has served as a national spokesperson for major organizations including the American Heart Association, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, American Lung Association, American Red Cross, American Academy of Pediatrics, and Colon Cancer Alliance. A true example of the modern working woman, Lunden has authored numerous books, including: Why Did I Come into This Room, Had I Known, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Family Caregiving, Growing Up Healthy, Wake-Up Calls, A Bend in the Road Is Not the End of the Road, Joan Lunden’s Healthy Living, Joan Lunden’s Healthy Cooking, Mother’s Minutes, Your Newborn Baby, and Good Morning, I’m Joan Lunden.

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Just say YES. Joan tells her personal story of overcoming tough times and building her success. She offers takeaway tips that help mentor people to flourish and accomplish great things. One philosophy that has been successful for her is when she is given an offer, just say YES and then figure it out!

In 2014, Joan was diagnosed with triple-negative Breast Cancer. She shares the journey in her best-selling book, “Had I Known.” She hopes to help others by sharing information with them as they go through their own experiences. She is now cancer-free.

Joan‘s latest book shares the good, the bad, and the topics that are often taboo about aging, but she does it with humor so people know we all go through the same things. The book shows how aging impacts the brain and body and how to live your best life.

65 million people currently care for a loved one. Joan talks about how she cared for her aging mother while raising seven kids and having a full-time career. She shares what works and gives ideas on how to do things.

Joan, thank you! Today was a huge success, and you were a major hit. Everyone loved meeting you and hearing about your story and your advocacy work. You helped us raise a lot of money for breast cancer research!

- BCRF Atlanta

(Joan interviews Dr. Anthony Fauci) "Joan was great! Delivered just the kind of interview we were looking for. And she is a total pro! Also, a delight to work with!"

- 2025 Ringling College Library Association (Moderator of Meeting)

Books by Joan Lunden

Why Did I Come into This Room?

Book cover: Had I Known: A Memoir of Survival by Joan Lunden

Had I Known: A Memoir of Survival

ISBN: 978-0062404084

JOAN: Life Beyond the Script

ISBN: 978-1637634929

Frequently Asked Questions

Joan Lunden delivers keynotes on Health, Inspirational, Media, Personal Growth, Wellness. She is known for Former host of Good Morning America. Each presentation can be tailored to align with your event theme and audience goals.
To book Joan Lunden, contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or submit a booking request through our website. Our team will discuss your event details, confirm availability, and handle all logistics including contracts, travel arrangements, and on-site coordination.
Yes, Joan Lunden is available for both in-person and virtual keynote presentations. Virtual sessions can be delivered as live interactive experiences or pre-recorded content. Contact Rave Speakers to discuss the best format for your event.
Joan Lunden is Former host of Good Morning America. She brings a unique combination of experience including Former host of Good Morning America for nearly two decades. Health advocate and breast cancer survivor. Author of multiple bestselling books. Audiences consistently praise her ability to inspire, educate, and deliver practical insights that attendees can apply immediately.
Yes, Joan Lunden tailors each keynote to align with your event theme, audience demographics, and organizational goals. She works with event organizers ahead of time to ensure the content resonates with attendees and delivers actionable takeaways. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 to discuss how Joan Lunden can personalize her presentation for your event.
Joan Lunden is one of the most visible voices on caregiving in America. After being diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in 2014 and going public on the cover of People with a bald-headed photo, she became a national advocate first for cancer awareness and then for the broader caregiver community as she navigated her own mother's Alzheimer's care. She has authored multiple books on caregiving and currently hosts the public television series Second Opinion with Joan Lunden and the Washington Post podcast Caring for Tomorrow. In healthcare and senior-living audiences her keynotes go beyond inspirational into specific policy and resource territory.
Joan Lunden was the longest-running female host in early-morning television history, anchoring ABC's Good Morning America from 1980 to 1997. Across that 17-year run she interviewed every sitting president of the period, world leaders, and cultural figures, while raising daughters in the public eye and navigating major life transitions. In keynotes she translates that experience into lessons on staying composed under pressure, building trust with millions of viewers each morning, and reinventing herself across multiple career chapters - lessons that resonate strongly with women's leadership audiences, communications professionals, and any group facing public-facing transitions. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or visit ravespeakers.com.

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Joan Lunden Keynote Speeches

Just say YES. Joan tells her personal story of overcoming tough times and building her success. She offers takeaway tips that help mentor people to flourish and accomplish great things. One philosophy that has been successful for her is when she is given an offer, just say YES and then figure it out!

In 2014, Joan was diagnosed with triple-negative Breast Cancer. She shares the journey in her best-selling book, “Had I Known.” She hopes to help others by sharing information with them as they go through their own experiences. She is now cancer-free.

Joan‘s latest book shares the good, the bad, and the topics that are often taboo about aging, but she does it with humor so people know we all go through the same things. The book shows how aging impacts the brain and body and how to live your best life.

65 million people currently care for a loved one. Joan talks about how she cared for her aging mother while raising seven kids and having a full-time career. She shares what works and gives ideas on how to do things.

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