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Toni Gray

Toni Gray

Head of Production

Dhar Mann Studios

Toni Gray is an Emmy Award-winning production executive and visionary operational leader with over 20 years of experience delivering some of America’s most iconic game shows and unscripted television series. With an industry reputation for excellence, speed, and collaboration, Toni blends sharp creative instincts with production mastery, making her a go-to leader for large-scale, high-stakes projects.

Currently, Toni is the Head of Production at Dhar Mann Studios, where she is spearheading innovative production strategies across socially impactful content. She is thrilled to integrate her decades of expertise with the studio’s mission to inspire through storytelling—creating a new platform where excellence in production meets purpose-driven content.

In 2024, Toni completed production on “BEAST GAMES” for Amazon and MrBeast Productions, a historic achievement in television. This groundbreaking project fused digital and broadcast platforms to become the largest unscripted show in TV history. As Executive in Charge of Production, Toni personally oversaw a 1,200-person daily crew, orchestrating an unprecedented production scale. The show shattered global records, securing #1 viewership rankings worldwide and amassing 50 million viewers within its first …

Prior to her work with MrBeast, Toni spent nearly a decade at Fremantle Media, where she was the Executive In Charge of Production for “Let’s Make A Deal” on CBS (Seasons 7–15). She led daily operations for a 140-member crew, served as the primary liaison between talent and the network, and drove budgetary innovation—consistently delivering high-quality episodes with optimized cost structures.

In addition to her tenure at Fremantle, Toni also led production for several high-profile MGM projects including NBC’s “Celebrity Apprentice” and EPIX’s “The Contender.” Her role on these series, along with multiple other unscripted programs, further demonstrated her ability to deliver compelling, large-scale content across varied formats and platforms.

Toni is known for her passionate leadership, dedication to collaborative work environments, and unwavering focus on transparency and mentorship. She believes that fostering like-minded, collaborative teams is key to thriving in today’s evolving entertainment landscape. Her passion for storytelling and people-first leadership defines her signature approach—delivering productions that are not only technically seamless but emotionally resonant.

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