Gloria Reuben
Actress, Singer, Published Author & President of a Global Environmental Organization
Gloria Reuben
Actress, Singer, Published Author & President of a Global Environmental Organization
Biography
Gloria Reuben is an award-winning actress, singer, playwright and author. TV credits include portraying Jeanie Boulet on the hit series ER (garnering two Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe nomination), Falling Skies, Mr. Robot, Elsbeth, and The Better Sister. Gloria currently stars in the new hit CBS show Boston Blue.
Film credits include Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln (portraying Elizabeth Keckly, alongside Daniel Day-Lewis and Sally Field), Admission, Reasonable Doubt, and the remake of Stephen King’s Firestarter.
Gloria’s portrayal of Condoleezza Rice in David Hare’s play Stuff Happens, at the Public Theater in New York City garnered her a Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play. Gloria’s first venture as a playwright— ELIZABETH KECKLY & MARY LINCOLN: The Last Morning (renamed: In Black And White) was commissioned by, and had its first public reading at Ford’s Theatre in Washington D.C. in January 2025.
In music, Gloria was a backup singer for Tina Turner in Ms. Turner’s tour “24/7”, and has recorded three albums: Just For You, Perchance To Dream and For All We Know.
Gloria’s non-fiction book My Brothers’ Keeper: Two Brothers. Loved. And Lost. (an intimate tribute to her two brothers who passed) was published by Post Hill Press in November 2019.
Speech Topics
Advocate for Yourself & Forge Ahead
Gloria's story of perseverance through the eyes of a woman in a highly competitive environment.
EMBRACING THE CHANGE: Women, Menopause & A New Beginning
In this candid and empowering conversation, Gloria Reuben shines a light on the often-overlooked realities of menopause and women’s health. Drawing from her personal journey and her partnership with Astellas Pharma, she works to dismantle the stigma, shame and silence that still surround this natural life stage. With honesty, insight and compassion, Gloria encourages open dialogue, greater awareness and access to solutions—helping audiences reframe menopause as a vital part of women’s health that deserves understanding, support and visibility.
My Brothers' Keeper: Two Brothers. Loved. And Lost.
In this deeply personal and moving keynote, Gloria Reuben draws from her memoir My Brothers’ Keeper to explore the profound impact of love, loss and resilience. Through the lens of losing both of her brothers—years apart and under very different circumstances—she shares an intimate journey through grief, healing and the enduring bonds that shape who we are.
With honesty and vulnerability, Gloria reflects on how early loss—including the death of her father—shaped her perspective on life, relationships and purpose. She offers audiences a powerful framework for navigating grief, honoring those we’ve lost and finding meaning in even the most difficult moments.
Blending storytelling with insight, this talk resonates across audiences—from those experiencing personal loss to leaders seeking to better support teams through adversity. Gloria reminds us that while loss is universal, so too is the capacity for healing, connection and hope.
Climate, Communities & Accountability: A Firsthand Look at Environmental Impact
Drawing on her work with The Climate Reality Project and her firsthand experience in West Virginia, Gloria Reuben brings audiences inside the real-world consequences of climate change and environmental policy. From witnessing the devastating effects of mountaintop removal coal mining to understanding its impact on communities, water systems and ecosystems, she offers a powerful, human-centered perspective on sustainability, accountability and advocacy. This compelling talk challenges audiences to think beyond headlines and consider the urgent need for responsible environmental stewardship and collective action.
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