Biography

When female comedian Diana Jordan appeared on “Oprah” for the first time, Oprah Winfrey selected her as “one of the funniest people on the planet” along with Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams and Bill Cosby, and later commented, “Diana is a star of tomorrow!” That is the effect Diana Jordan has on most people. Jordan has also been nominated by the American Comedy Awards in as one of the Top Five Female Comedians in the Country.

Published by Avon Publishers, Diana’s bestseller book, A Wife’s Little Instruction Book: Your Survival Guide to Marriage Without Bloodshed! sold over 450,000 copies. This reader-friendly paperback offers witty and humorous words of wisdom about sharing life with a male. It has been published in five countries and in five languages.

As a corporate female comedian Diana was featured in the HBO special “Women of the Night” that spotlighted 5 top female comedians and also has two feature film roles to her credit including a performance in Sony’s blockbuster hit “Jerry McGuire” with Tom Cruise and a co-starring credit in the independent film “Loretta’s Surprise” that was featured in the Sundance Film Festival.

Throughout her career, Diana has performed at such high-profile venues as Radio City Music Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Greek Theatre and Garden State Arts Center. Diana, a member of The National Speakers Association, feels she has truly found her niche by combining her gift of comedy and desire to share with people that they can “learn to laugh!” And through this, it is her greatest desire; “To heal the world one laugh at a time!”

Born and raised in small town in Oklahoma, Diana has spent the last 25 years working in Hollywood and currently resides in Malibu, California.

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"How to use your Comedy Sense Of Humor In The Workplace!"

What if you could hire a fantastic speaker who was not your same cookie-cutter type?

What if after the event people talked and laughed for weeks about how fantastic she was?

What if you would look like a hero for finding her and hiring her?

Congratulations! You found her!

Business Comedian, Corporate Keynote Motivational Speaker, and Laughter Therapist Diana Jordan believes you can't be less stressful and fearless in business unless you are less stressed and fearless in your life. Dare to see the positive in all kinds of changes and use your common sense of humor to deal with challenging situations.

Sharing laughter has been proven to bond people, increase productivity, and make for fewer sick days and happier employees!

"The Healing Power of Laughter!"

A laugh-out-loud presentation with a great message!

If you want an uplifting, insightful, and not your typical boring cookie-cutter speaker, you want Diana Jordan.

As a motivational, entertaining and cancer survivor Speaker, Diana brings an inspirational, informative, and funny look into the healthcare field as only she can. Diana drives home the message of how people in the healthcare industry always seem to take care of themselves last. "Put your oxygen mask on first! Even if yellow isn't your best color!" Being a four-year breast cancer survivor, Diana knows a thing or two about all areas of Healthcare. From her diagnosis forward she has experienced it all.

"Nourishing the Nurse within You as you deal with Change!"

Being a four-year breast cancer survivor, Diana knows a thing or two about nurses and the tremendous stress they are under and the compassion that fills them. Diana knew firsthand that Angelina Jolie was in good hands when she discovered that they shared the same Physicians for their mastectomy; Dr. Christy Funk of The Pink Lotus Breast Center and plastic surgeon Dr. Jay Orringer both of Beverly Hills, California. If you're looking for a fun, uplifting, and insightful message, then look no further than Diana Jordan one of the County's most popular women's healthcare speakers.

Diana shares how you can cope better with change in the workplace, prevent fewer sick days, lower stress, what causes stress, who causes stress and could you be addicted to stress? All of this is wrapped in a fun and funny package that explains why Oprah tagged her, "One of the funniest people on the planet!" and Dr. Oz says, "Hire Diana! She proved how laughter is indeed the best medicine and I LOVE her giggle box!" Diana brings home the message of how laughter is the best medicine and how we need to take time to love and laugh more.

She brings humor but keeps the importance of having healthy work and mental habits. Her topics are all real-life situations that we can all relate to but how important it is to our health to find the humor in it along the way. Everyone leaves feeling energized and informed.

"Fun, Female & Fearless!”

Is a rib-tickling and tinkling down your leg presentation by Diana Jordan. This is not only a hilarious stand-up comedy show, but it also delivers an important message to everyone. You will be fully engaged in stories such as how she was broken up with her then-boyfriend, Robin Williams - to her hilarious "Oops" moments with Tom Cruise when she appeared in Jerry Maguire, and the almost "OOprahs" moment with good ‘ol Oprah. Diana talks about Stress in the workplace, Stress in the family, Stress about getting older and the BIG "M" ... Menopause. In four years, 44 million women will be in menopause ... talk about global warming! Diana is guaranteed to make your women's event or meeting an enormous success and you a hero for hiring her.

"How I used my sense of humor to fight Cancer!"

Through her yearly mammogram and ultrasound four years ago, Diana was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer. Her Mastectomy was performed by Breast Surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk of The Pink Lotus Breast Center in Beverly Hills and Dr. Jay Orringer, reconstructive plastic surgeon of Beverly Hills as well. In 2013, these same surgeons were chosen by ANGELINA JOLIE to perform her bi-lateral preventative mastectomy due to her carrying the BRACA gene. Diana shares her journey and personal story as no one else can. And she makes it fun!

"Your circumstance may not be funny so it is important to find the funny things in life around you and engage! Don't be a bystander!" Diana has been a favorite speaker at many Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure luncheons and Cancer awareness events over the years. Her many years of experience as a comedienne shine through as she delivers a heartfelt message about early detection and taking responsibility for your own health.

"Fifty Shades of Red!"

Diana Jordan is an extremely popular "Go Red Speaker" with rave reviews! Well-deserved standing ovation at each event! Diana is unique as a speaker for heart health in that heart disease and COPD have played a major role in her own family. Diana lost her best friend in the world, her mother, to heart disease and emphysema. Diana is a strong advocate of early detection and preventative medicine. Her ability to make her mother laugh greatly improved the quality of her remaining years. She finds that keeping her own sense of humor and choosing to be proactive helps keep her healthy and vital. If you’re looking for something different and refreshing and not the same boring cookie-cutter luncheon or event Speaker, then shake things up and bring this high-energy, dynamic, full-of-life woman! She is guaranteed to have your guests leaving informed, inspired, entertained and with a smile!" Nina Hernandez, Go Red Director

Stand-Up Gal & Stand-up Comedy - "Female, Fertile, and Frustrated!"

It doesn't matter that she is no longer fertile, as a stand-up comedian or A Mistress of Ceremonies, twenty-year comedy veteran & female comedian Diana Jordan has worked for the best, with the best, and IS ONE OF THE BEST! " Indianapolis Comedy Connection

Diana has everyone in stitches as she shares her message and many journeys - some of her 'Oops' moments working with Tom Cruise in the hit movie, "Jerry Maguire," and an 'Oopsrah' moment on the Oprah Winfrey show to what it was like to study alongside and date Robin Williams.

Diana has been nominated by the American Comedy Awards as one of the top five female comedians in the country. She's seen on Showtime, HBO Specials, Comedy Central, VH1 and many more. Diana has also used her talents as a writer in a hilarious best-selling book featured on Oprah called, "A Wife's Little Instruction Book, Your Survival Guide To Marriage Without Bloodshed!"

For over 20 years Diana has headlined top comedy clubs. She has also performed her women's only, "Girls Night Ou!'- "Female, Fertile, and Frustrated!" show around the country. Her reviews are always top-notch! She not only performed in but wrote, produced and directed her own One Woman Show at the world-famous Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California for over a year. It was at the Icehouse that Diana was discovered for many television roles, TV contracts, and movie parts. Diana has been under contract to the CBS Network and Twentieth Century Fox for her own sitcom which she wrote, directed, and starred in based on her life. So far!

Diana has also worked as a celebrated opening act for many Stars in Las Vegas, as well as in such prestigious venues as The Kennedy Center, Garden State Arts Center and the world-famous Radio City Music Hall in New York.

Testimonials

Hire Diana! She proved how laughter is truly the best medicine and I LOVE her gigglebox.
– Dr. Oz
DIANA JORDAN IS ONE OF THE FUNNIEST PEOPLE ON THE PLANET!
– Oprah Winfrey
Keynote speaker and a 20-year veteran as a stand-up comic, Diana has developed a loyal following with a humor that puts both men and women in stitches. An accomplished singer, be ready to snap and clap as you find yourself astounded at Diana’s having “Such a big voice from such a tiny body! Great performance!"
– Orange County Register
Diana succeeded in teaching an audience entrenched in the ever- changing healthcare field environment how to laugh . I recommend this HIGH ENERGY women who will fill a room with pure laughs & happiness!
– Dee Soule, BBA MBAHCM, Healthcare Operations Solutions
Dynamic Diana! The virtual Keynote recording was awesome and I was laughing out loud multiple times! Such a great uplifting way to start the convention! You're the best and so talented!
– Joey Box-Jarman - ISHA VP of Professional Development IEP Therapy and PediPlay Speech Therapist
To say Diana was sensational is an understatement. She was absolutely hilarious for a full 90-minutes. Frankly, the audience didn't want to let her go. We brought her back three years later!
– Catherine Stevenson, Community Resource Liaison Memorial Healthcare
Your guests are guaranteed to leave informed, inspired, entertained and with a smile!
– Catherine Stevenson, Community Resource Liaison Memorial Healthcare
On behalf of Long Island Health Network a resounding, THANK YOU for making Energizing the spirit of the Health Care Professional such a success! To energize is to rejuvenate, and everyone was inspired with a new self perspective, which will hopefully resonate through out our Network.
– Kathleen Maslulus - Long Island Health Network
Dynamic and entertaining!
– Toyota Motor Corporation
Creative and refreshing - a delightful break from our busy schedules!
– Human Resources Department, Northrop Grumman

Booksby Diana Jordan

A Wife's Little Instruction Book

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