Molly Burke

Molly Burke is a multi-hyphenate creative and advocate who uses her voice—on stage, on screen, and on the page—to educate, entertain, and drive meaningful change for the world. With over 5 million followers across social media, she’s built a globally recognizable brand as a speaker, content creator, bestselling author, consultant, and model. Diagnosed at age four with Retinitis Pigmentosa—a rare degenerative eye disease—Molly began public speaking just a year later, sparking a lifelong mission to amplify the voices of the disability community. After losing most of her vision at 14, she faced severe bullying and mental health struggles. Rather than be defined by adversity, Molly transformed her challenges into purpose, bringing her message of resilience and empowerment to global stages including the United Nations in New York City, the World Economic Forum in Davos, and the Forbes 30/50 Summit in Abu Dhabi. She has spoken alongside world leaders and cultural icons such as Malala Yousafzai, Greta Thunberg, Richard Branson, and Martin Luther King III. A trailblazer in digital media, Molly became the first blind content creator to surpass one million followers—helping to pioneer authentic disability representation online. Her content, known for its heart, humor, and honesty, has led to high-impact collaborations with creators like Casey Neistat and Charli D’Amelio, and meaningful brand partnerships with companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Unilever, Starbucks, and P&G. In 2019, Molly released her debut book, It’s Not What It Looks Like , exclusively on Audible. Choosing an audio-only format as a deliberate reflection of how she consumes stories, Molly invited listeners to engage with her journey in an accessible, intimate way. The bestselling title has since garnered over 260,000 downloads and 11,500+ reviews. Her highly anticipated, USA Today and 1 Amazon bestselling second book, UNSEEN: How I Lost My Vision but Found My Voice , released October 14th, 2025 via Abrams Publishing. Available in both print and audio, UNSEEN is a raw and powerful memoir about identity, self-acceptance, and what it truly means to be seen in a world that often overlooks difference. Molly’s impact extends across fashion and beauty, where she advocates for inclusive representation as both a consultant and model. She has fronted campaigns for Dove and Aerie by American Eagle, walked in L.A. Fashion Week for Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive, and appeared in major commercials including Samsung’s Oscars spot and the launch of the Google Pixel. She was named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list in 2024, received an honorary Clio Health Award, and was featured on Allure’s A-List as a leading voice shaping the future of beauty. Her work has been featured by Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Allure, People, Elle, Success, NBC’s Today, Fox Business, CBC, and NPR. In 2022, she appeared on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, followed by a 2023 appearance on The Rachael Ray Show. Today, she’s a bestselling author, award-winning digital creator, and one of the most sought-after voices on resilience, innovation, and human potential. Her work has transformed how people and companies think—not only about accessibility, but about adaptability, empathy, and future-forward thinking.