Dylan Holloway is an award-winning musician who is also known by his stage name, Dylan and the Moon. As a transgender man, mental health ambassador, and LGBTQIA+ advocate, Dylan’s key focus through his career is to spread love and promote the power of authenticity, diversity, and belonging. Dylan uses his past journey of self-acceptance, paired with his study of neuroscience and psychology to cover topics such as mental health and diversity. His ability to adapt his delivery and language to suit any audience makes him a highly regarded and professional speaker.
Prior to his transition and in his early career, Dylan was a 2012 X-Factor Finalist in a band called MK1. Throughout this time Dylan has since expressed that he struggled with his mental health and authenticity in the spotlight. Since transitioning, he has continued his music career and shared stages with Lewis Capaldi, The 1975, and has collaborated with Jason Derulo. Dylan also makes videos duetting his old self, pre-transition. In posting these videos, he spreads the message that it is ok to accept your old self, as it is all part of the journey that makes you who you are now.
In recent years Dylan appeared on screens again in a BBC programme, Project Icon, which resulted in him becoming the first ever transgender winner of a BBC music show. Dylan has since taken a course in public speaking, where he now uses his voice to advocate for individuality and the value of self-awareness. With knowledge surrounding neuroscience and psychology, Dylan is adept at using his knowledge through educational and corporate environments. For example, he has given a speech at an international school for their Annual Pride Conference. Dylan also co-hosts the podcast, Dylan’s Deep Cuts, where he discusses his life’s journey.
As a keynote speaker, Dylan covers a range of topics from music and song-writing to equity and inclusion. Dylan has been described as relatable, passionate, and inspiring and has previously had clients such as Comic Relief, Spotify, and BBC Radio 1. His huge social media following only furthers his credibility in his role as a true advocate for matters surrounding mental health. If you are looking to hire a deeply inspiring and authentic speaker on topics as such, hire Dylan Holloway today!
How to hire Dylan Holloway
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Dylan Holloway for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Dylan Holloway's official speaking topics are listed below:
- The importance of being you - and why it matters
- Authenticity
- LGBTQIA+
- Diversity
- Equity & Inclusion
- Aspirations
- Mental Health
- Music & Songwriting
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Relatable, moving, and so beautifully authentic. He spread hope and self-acceptance in a way that resonated as the indisputable, honest truth. We all walked away with a new found sense of other and self-love." - Kate, ZIS School Counsellor
"We loved having Dylan in to speak! We’ve had so many comments from colleagues about how much they enjoyed and learnt from hearing Dylan speak about his personal experiences. He is funny and charming, as well as informative and eloquent about his life and experiences as a trans musician." - Hannah, Producer, Comic Relief
"Dylan’s talk was undeniably impactful; not only have we noticed a positive change in the students, but in the teaching staff as well. This talk will be transformative for anyone who hears it. It has inspired us all to be more like ourselves, creating a wonderful atmosphere and without doubt a brighter future." - Hannah, ISZL Education Leader
"We were blown away. You could tell straight away that he had authenticity and passion for youth mental health. The stories and examples he shared were relatable and poignant, shedding light on the challenges many of us face but rarely discuss openly. I would definitely recommend getting the amazing Dylan and the Moon to play or speak at your event. It was an honour that he was at ours, he is inspiring!" - Emma & Louisa, CEO, Beyond
"Dylan's presentation and performance (the song with his old self) was amazing. He so effortlessly connected authentically with everyone in the room" - Audience Member, The Big Festoon
"Dylan gave me a new found confidence and helped me find a bit of myself that I hide away sometimes. I love the way he thinks about the world." - SIS Student
- 2024 - Started podcast, Dylan's Deep Cuts
- 2023 - Wrote a song with Jason Derulo, Lemons
- 2023 - Winner of BBC's Project Icon (First transgender winner of a BBC music show)
- 2023 - Played at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend
- 2023 - Key Speaker
- 2022 - Musician, Dylan and the Moon
- 2012 - X Factor Finallist in band MK1
