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Frank King, known as “The Mental Health Comedian,” is an internationally recognized suicide prevention and mental health keynote speaker who has transformed a lifelong battle with depression into a powerful, life-saving message. With 13 TEDx Talks to his credit and decades of experience as both a corporate trainer and professional comedian, Frank brings a unique blend of humor and hope to one of society’s most challenging conversations.
After spending over 20 years writing for Jay Leno and The Tonight Show and performing corporate comedy across the country, Frank’s mission evolved into something far more profound. His personal journey with mental health struggles became the catalyst for a new calling: ending the stigma surrounding mental health and starting conversations that save lives.
Frank’s approach is revolutionary yet simple—he uses humor as a bridge to reach people where they are, creating safe spaces for difficult discussions about depression, suicide, and mental wellness. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that “where there is humor, there is hope. And where there is laughter, there is life… Nobody dies laughing.”
Throughout his 30-year entertainment career, Frank has shared stages with comedy and entertainment legends including Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams, Jon Stewart, Jim Carrey, Bill Maher, Brad Garrett, Ray Romano, Steve Harvey, David Spade, George Lopez, Adam Sandler, Joan Rivers, Jeff Foxworthy, Dana Carvey, Ellen DeGeneres, Paula Poundstone, Kathleen Madigan, Frank Caliendo, Sam Kinison, Bill Hicks, Ron White, Kevin James, Dennis Miller, Rosie O’Donnell, Kevin Nealon, Daniel Tosh, and many others. He has also performed alongside musical icons including Randy Travis, The Beach Boys, Neil Sedaka, Lou Rawls, Mary Wilson, The Fifth Dimension, Crystal Gayle, Lorna Luft, and Steppenwolf, as well as distinguished leaders like William Webster (Former Director of the CIA) and Jamie Dimon (CEO of JPMorgan Chase).
Frank’s message comes from a place of authentic experience. Like many people, depression and suicide run in his family, and he has personally struggled with suicidal thoughts throughout his life. Rather than hiding from this reality, he courageously addresses his trials and tribulations using humor as a universal language that transcends barriers and connects with people from all walks of life. This vulnerability and authenticity help those who are struggling find their voice and create a shared understanding where both those who suffer and those who care about them can find common ground and hope.
Frank’s original TEDx Talk, “A Matter of Life or Death,” went viral by openly addressing topics often considered taboo in today’s society. Now with 13 TEDx Talks under his belt, he has become a globally sought-after motivational speaker who travels the world using comedy and personal life lessons to break the ice and facilitate meaningful conversations about mental and emotional wellness. His presentations don’t just entertain—they educate, inspire, and ultimately save lives by equipping audiences with the tools and understanding necessary to recognize warning signs and take action.
What sets Frank apart is his ability to tackle life’s heaviest topics with both gravity and levity. He creates an environment where difficult conversations become possible, where shame transforms into hope, and where laughter becomes a pathway to healing. His presentations leave audiences not only entertained but equipped with practical tools and a renewed perspective on mental health challenges.
Frank King proves that sometimes the best way to address our darkest moments is to shine a light on them—and sometimes that light comes in the form of laughter, understanding, and the courage to keep the conversation going.
The thing that made Frank King such a good comedy writer is the same thing that makes him an accomplished speaker and author. It’s the ability to discuss and explain difficult subjects with empathy, compassion, and humor.
– Jay Leno
Do you know the Top 6 Professions with the Highest Suicide Rate? They are:
Having fought a lifetime battle with depression and thoughts of suicide, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 13 TEDx Talks and sharing his insights on Suicide Prevention and Postvention as a workplace health and safety issue, with corporations, associations, and college audiences.
He uses the life lessons from all of the above, as well as lessons learned crisscrossing the country in the late ’80s and early ’90s, doing 2,629 nights in a row on the comedy club circuit, to show how they can turn messes and stresses into successes.
The program content is divided into four chapters:
The program helps workplaces appreciate the critical need for suicide prevention while creating a forum for dialogue and critical thinking about workplace mental health challenges.
Separate Keynote One-Pagers are found at: Keynote Experiences from Frank King
Frank has done his research and reaches out to the organizations, associations, conferences, and meetings that serve these high-risk professions! A sought after Corporate and Association Motivation Speaker and Trainer, both In-person and Virtual, Frank’s audiences include…
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