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Billy Dee Williams is an actor, novelist and painter from New York City who has been working since 1959 and is a member of the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame. He also starred in Lady Sings the Blues, Mahogany, Scott Joplin and Nighthawks, and he played Harvey Dent in Batman and in The Lego Batman Movie. His smooth charm has made him a screen legend. He is a superstar guest for sci-fi conventions, fan events and galas. On film, Williams played Lando Calrissian in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983) and Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019) and Joe Watkins in This Bitter Earth (2012). Billy Dee Williams has received the star on Hollywood Walk of Fame. Induction into the Black Filmmaker's Hall of Fame (1984) followed.
- Active since 1959
- Born in New York City
- Honors: Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame
- Category: Actor
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How much does Billy Dee Williams cost?
Booking Billy Dee Williams is estimated at $25K–$50K. That figure is for planning only. A confirmed offer depends on the date, market and event, and travel and production are typically on top.
*Estimate only. Not a quote. Actual fees depend on date, location, travel and event details.
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Milestones
- Starred in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back as Lando Calrissian
- Starred in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi as Lando Calrissian
- Inducted into the Black Filmmaker's Hall of Fame
- Received the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame
- Starred in Batman as Harvey Dent
- Starred in Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker as Lando Calrissian
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What is the typical fee band for Billy Dee Williams?
Our estimate puts Billy Dee Williams in the $25K–$50K band (estimate). It is a planning range, not a quote; the real figure depends on date, city, format, travel and production.
Who is similar to Billy Dee Williams but less expensive?
Comparable active acts in a lower estimated band include Julie Delpy, Stephen Baldwin.
Who is similar to Billy Dee Williams but in a higher fee band?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated band include Patricia Velásquez, Clark Gregg, Harrison Ford.
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Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Billy Dee Williams' representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Billy Dee Williams' booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Billy Dee Williams is $25K–$50K (estimate). It is not a quote; the final fee depends on your date, location and event.
How much does it cost to book Billy Dee Williams?
Plan for an estimated $25K–$50K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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