Acclaimed actress, model and advocate Brooke Shields will visit Missouri State University this fall.

She will be the 2024 Public Affairs Conference keynote speaker. The conversation will take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 24 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts.

The keynote event kicks off the conference, scheduled Sept. 24-26. The theme is “Between the One and the Many: Considering Community and Individualism.”

Brent Dunn, Missouri State University Foundation executive director, said Shields will discuss navigating fame and overcoming personal challenges.

“Through her powerful message, Brooke encourages audiences to celebrate their own unique paths and to find the courage to pursue their dreams at any age. As a true icon and trailblazer, she proves that with determination and a positive outlook, anything is possible,” Dunn added.

Shield’s keynote is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required. The event is made possible by the Missouri State Foundation with support from KY3.

Opportunity to meet Shields

The foundation will host a VIP reception with Shields at 5 p.m. before her talk.

Guests will:

• Have a photo opportunity with Shields.
• Receive an autographed copy of “There Was a Little Girl: The Real Story of my Mother and Me.”
• Enjoy cocktails, beverages and hors d’oeuvres.
• Get special reserved seating at the keynote.

Tickets are $150 per person and are available for purchase online or by calling 417-836-4143.

Contact Stephanie Smith, MSU senior director of donor relations and special events, at the above number for more information.

More about Shields

An actress, model, author and entrepreneur, Shields has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, from her iconic roles in film and television to her successful ventures in entrepreneurship and advocacy.

With a decades-long career, Shields continues to captivate audiences with her talent, grace and unwavering commitment to empowering women of all ages.

Through her latest entrepreneurial venture, Commence, Shields inspires women over 40 to embrace their beauty and well-being. Her recent movie, “Mother of the Bride,” starring opposite Benjamin Bratt was No. 1 on Netflix.

As she prepares to release her upcoming book on aging and self-discovery, Shields remains a beacon of strength and resilience, championing causes close to her heart and paving the way for future generations of women in the entertainment industry and beyond.