Katy Mullan

Katy Mullan’s got a knack for making things big—like, “lights, camera, can’t-look-away” kind of big. You might know her from her work on The Oscars in 2024, where she helped pull off the kind of live TV chaos that’s both high-wire and totally addictive. There’s this electric energy she brings, a behind-the-scenes force that keeps the whole show from turning into one giant trainwreck (which, let’s be honest, is half the fun of the Oscars anyway). But she doesn’t just do glitz and red carpets. She’s the brains behind Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas (2023), which is a total holiday comfort-watch if you’re into that sort of thing. Imagine cozy vibes, killer vocals, and that warm fuzzy feeling you only get from Christmas specials—yeah, Katy’s fingerprints are all over that. She knows how to balance spectacle and sincerity, so it never feels like just another cookie-cutter TV event. Go back a bit further and you’ll find her in the thick of How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (2006). This one was all about finding the next big stage star—think reality TV before it got totally out of hand. There’s this sense that Katy gets what makes people tune in: drama, charm, a little bit of chaos, and a lot of heart. She’s always hunting for that magic mix of entertainment and genuine connection. So whether it’s glammed-up award shows, festive specials, or talent-hunt TV, Katy Mullan’s the wizard behind the curtain, making sure you’re glued to your screen.