Producer and former Academy Producers Branch governor Jennifer Todd will produce the 17th Governors Awards, marking her first time producing the event. She takes over duties for Jennifer Fox, who had produced the event for seven years.
Honorary Oscars will be presented to actor Glenn Close, director Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman. Producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler will receive the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award.
“We are thrilled to have Jennifer leading this year’s Governors Awards,” Howell Taylor said. “Her expertise in producing will undoubtedly create a beautiful evening celebrating the artistry of this year’s exceptional honorees.”
Todd welcomes the assignment. “I am delighted to have the opportunity to produce this cherished Academy event,” she said. “I’m looking forward to honoring the remarkable achievements of five artists with a tribute that reflects the lasting cultural impact they have made.”
Over the last 30 years, Todd has produced a wide range of films, among them Christopher Nolan’s breakthrough feature “Memento,” which earned two Oscar nominations. Her credits also include “Boiler Room,” “Must Love Dogs,” “Prime,” “Across the Universe,” “Alice in Wonderland,” “Celeste and Jesse Forever” and the “Austin Powers” franchise.
