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The Goodies singer and her NFL quarterback husband will develop film and TV content for the streaming service through their company, Why Not You Productions.
Russell Wilson and
Ciara have inked a deal with Amazon Studios to develop and produce scripted series and films via their Why Not You Productions.
“We’re so excited and honored to work with Amazon Studios,” said the couple in a statement. “They’ve quickly become one of the most exciting studios in entertainment and have shown a strong belief in our vision to bring inspiring stories to the world. We can’t wait to begin our work together.”
“Russell and Ciara are a true powerhouse producing duo – both with extraordinary success in their respective careers on the field and the stage, their business ventures, and shared dedication to philanthropy,” said
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Wilson, who now holds the record for most wins by an NFL quarterback through nine seasons with 98, also took to Twitter to share his enthusiasm. Why not You Productions!!! Let s go!!! Such a blessing! @WhyNotYouProd @AmazonStudios @Ciara, he wrote.
Excited: Wilson took to Twitter to share his enthusiasm after inking the deal
History: The Seattle Seahawks star had previously teamed with Amazon s CEO Jeff Bezos, when he invested in Wilson s social networking startup TraceMe, which eventually was bought by Nike; the couple are seen sharing pancakes with Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos in 2018
The head of Amazon Studios, Jennifer Salke, called the Wilsons a true powerhouse producing duo with success in their respective careers, as well as in business and philanthropy.
Russell Wilson and Ciara sign first-look TV and film production deal with Amazon Studios
May 11, 2021 at 1:11 pm
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Russell Wilson and Ciara are getting into the film and television production business with Amazon Studios.
The Seattle Seahawks quarterback and his Grammy-winning entertainer wife have signed a first-look deal to develop and produce scripted series and films with Amazon, Variety reported on Tuesday. The couple has formed a production company called Why Not You Productions.
Wilson and Ciara called Amazon Studios “one of the most exciting studios in entertainment” and said the studio has “shown a strong belief in our vision to bring inspiring stories to the world.”