Speaker Lilly Singh
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Lilly Singh is an award-winning entertainer, actress, producer, New York Times best-selling author, gender equality advocate, and President of Unicorn Island. A leading force in pop culture with a digital audience of over 40 million, she has pivoted her successful online career to the big and small screens.
Lilly recently co-wrote, produced, and stars in her first feature film, DOIN’ IT, which premiered at the 2024 SXSW Film & TV Festival and will release widely in late 2025. Additional select acting credits include: THE BAD GUYS and its upcoming sequel; HITPIG!; THE MUPPETS MAYHEM (Disney+ Emmy award winning series); THE MINDFUL ADVENTURES OF UNICORN ISLAND (Headspace on YouTube) – which she also wrote/produced.
Lilly has dedicated her entertainment and advocacy work – via Unicorn Island Productions, its non-profit arm, Unicorn Island Fund, and her Lilly’s Library book club – to supporting the advancement of girls and women around the world by using storytelling to spotlight underrepresented voices and challenge social norms.
Speaking on: A “Made in Canada” Game Show with Global Appeal featuring Lilly Singh
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