Movie Academy Re-Elects Lynette Howell Taylor As President

Lynette Howell Taylor has been re-elected to a second term as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organization behind the Oscars. The news Wednesday comes as AMPAS’ board of governors revealed election results for president and officer positions for 2026-27. Others re-elected include Music

Lynette Howell Taylor has been reelected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, beginning a second consecutive term as the organization moves toward its 100th anniversary. Also elected to the 2026-2027 officer positions by the Board are: Lesley Barber (Music Branch), chair of the Membership Commi

The 47-year-old, who hails from Liverpool, England, is the 37th person to hold the office.

Film composer Lesley Barber was re-elected vp and chair of the membership committee.