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Jennifer Todd (born October 3, 1969) is an American film and television producer. She helps create movies and TV shows. She works closely with MGM Studios to develop films. She also works with Thomas Kail on TV shows for 20th Television.

Jennifer Todd helped produce the 89th and 90th Academy Awards (the Oscars) with Michael De Luca. She was even nominated for an Emmy Award for her work on these shows. Before that, she was the President of Pearl Street Films, a company started by actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon.

About Jennifer Todd

Jennifer Todd was born in Los Angeles, California. She has produced many popular films. These include the three Austin Powers movies. She also produced Boiler Room and Must Love Dogs.

Her Work in Film

One of her notable films is Memento. For this movie, she won an Independent Spirit Award for producing. Jennifer often works with her sister, Suzanne Todd, who is also a producer.

She also produced Across the Universe. This movie starred Evan Rachel Wood and Jim Sturgess. It was directed by Julie Taymor. Another film she produced was The Accidental Husband. This movie starred Uma Thurman, Colin Firth, and Jeffrey Dean Morgan.

In 2010, Jennifer produced Alice in Wonderland. She worked with Richard D. Zanuck on this film. It starred Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska, and Johnny Depp. The movie was directed by Tim Burton.

Her Work in Television

Jennifer Todd produces the Showtime series "City on a Hill." This show stars Kevin Bacon and Aldis Hodge. Its second season aired in 2021. She also produced "The Way Back" for Warner Bros. This film starred Ben Affleck and was released in 2020.

Awards and Recognition

Jennifer Todd is a member of important groups in the film and TV world. These include the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. She is also part of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In 2018, she was chosen to join the Board of Governors. This board helps lead the Producers Branch of the Academy.

She has received several nominations and awards for her work:

• 89th Oscars: Nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Special Class Program.
• 90th Oscars: Nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Special Class Program.
• If These Walls Could Talk 2: The cast and creators won the Women in Film Lucy Award. This award celebrates creative work that improves how women are seen in television.
• Memento: Nominated for two Academy Awards in 2002. It won three Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Feature.
• Across the Universe: Nominated for a 2008 Academy Award for Best Costume Design. It was also nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

Personal Life

Jennifer Todd is married to actor Chris Messina. They have two sons together.

Film and TV Projects

Jennifer Todd has been a producer on many films and television shows. Below are some of her projects.

Film Projects

Television Projects