Will Packer was born in St. Petersburg, FL in 1974. The celebrated Film and Television producer is behind some of the most watched pieces of pop culture in the last 20 years. His producing credits include the amazing comedy Girls Trip (set for a sequel), That Girl Lay Lay, Ride Along, Night School, Roots, Stomp the Yard and No Good Deed.
It will be his first involvement with the Oscars, which will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 27, 2022.
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Will Packer is a prolific producer from the ‘Burg
“Will is a powerhouse producer who has enjoyed success across all movie genres. He’s already bringing a boundless energy and a focus on innovation to this year’s Oscars, to entertain the widest spectrum of fans. Many wonderful surprises ahead!” said Rubin and Academy CEO Dawn Hudson.
“The power, the beauty, the romance of the imagery in movies has always attracted me. I’m fully embracing the challenge of bringing an ode to one of the most iconic mediums in the world to life. What an honor!” said Packer.
Tampa middle school featured during nominations
“There is no one better than Will Packer to celebrate our collective love for cinema,” said Craig Erwich, president, Hulu Originals and ABC Entertainment. “Will is a world-class hitmaker and the ideal producer to capture the prestige of The Oscars and deliver a powerful and moving event.”
This isn’t the region’s only inclusion in the Oscars. The nominations for Best Animated Feature were read live from the Thaddeus M Bullard Academy at Sligh Magnet Middle School in Tampa.
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