The 7 most captivating speeches of the year

The best speeches - whether they're funny, inspiring, maddening or harrowing - are remembered long after the speaker has left the stage. Some are notable precisely because someone decides to leave the stage (we're looking at you, Kanye). 

These seven speeches - by actors, musicians, and even the international champion of public speaking - run the emotional gamut and were among the most memorable of 2015.

Scroll through to watch the most captivating speeches of the year, curated by Toastmasters International, a nonprofit that teaches public speaking and leadership skills.