Now more than ever, that we have a submission for the 96th Oscars Ceremony, we will be putting our mouth where our money is. Prepare to be sick of us!
On today’s news, the Oscars released its list of executive producers , showrunners and the creative team for the upcoming Oscars ceremony. Let’s meet them:
Raj Kapoor
The serial Grammy awards telecast producer was announced by the Oscars to be the executive producer and showrunner. While he has had more than seven years with the Oscars, this will be his first time acting in the capacity of an executive producer.
Katy Mullan
Named as executive producer alongside Raj Kapoor, Katy Mullan is also no newbie to the entertainment industry. Mullan has previously served as executive producer, showrunner and partner in the global live event production company Done +Dusted. Her portfolio boasts of events like Olympics opening and closing ceremonies, Little Mermaid Live, Disney Family Singalong Franchise and so many more.
Hamish Hamilton
The 3-time director of Oscars ceremonies will be donning the directorial hat once again and hopefully dialling up his already stellar portfolio of 11 Primetime Emmy nominations for renowned shows like Super Bowl halftime, Oscar and Grammy telecasts, Lizzo : Live In Concert etc.
Says Rob Mills, executive vice president, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainment, Walt Disney Television
“Raj and Hamish have been incredible Oscars collaborators, and we are delighted to welcome them and Katy to lead the 96th Oscars,” said Bill Kramer, Academy CEO and Janet Yang, Academy President. “Their deep love of cinema, fresh vision, and tremendous live television expertise is perfect for our reinvigorated show.
Having worked with Raj, Katy and Hamish on many special and memorable projects over the years, we have full confidence in their vision for the 96th Oscars,”
Kapoor and Mullan also expressed their excitement at this opportunity saying” As a Canadian boy of South Asian descent and a girl from London who grew up watching the Oscars, dreaming of being part of it, this is a ‘pinch me’ moment!”
“This has been an exceptional year for the movies, and it’s an absolute privilege to be leading the team celebrating the global film industry and the astounding talents that bring these cinematic stories to life. We’re dedicated to making it a remarkable celebration for all.”
There are people who will be returning to work from the previous year’s Academy Awards and they are production designers Misty Buckley and Alana Billingsley, creative director Kenny Gravillis, red carpet show executive producer David Chamberlin, and red carpet creative consultants Lisa Love and Raúl Àvila.
The Oscars will air live on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
