Brittany Wagner

Brittany Wagner is an academic counselor and motivational speaker known for her work with student-athletes, helping them achieve academic and professional success. After gaining widespread public recognition through her compelling role in the Netflix documentary series ‘Last Chance U’, Brittany Wagner went on to establish herself as a leading academic counselor and motivational speaker. On the critically acclaimed series, Wagner advised student-athletes at East Mississippi Community College, guiding them through complex academic requirements and personal obstacles with a unique blend of compassion and direct communication. Notably, all students she advised who later played in the NFL also earned their college degrees, underscoring her profound influence.

In a significant literary achievement, Wagner authored ‘Next Chance You: Tools, Tips and Tough Love for Bringing Your A-Game to Life’, which was recently published on September 7th. Her influential career and inspiring life story are currently the subject of a highly anticipated scripted television series in development, with Emmy Award-winning actress Courteney Cox cast to portray Wagner, and celebrated media personality Michael Strahan serving as an executive producer. Brittany Wagner continues to be a driving force in advocating for student-athlete success and broader youth development, solidifying her position as a sought-after voice in both educational and motivational spheres.